College Sports: A Mix of Surprises, Changes, and Big Moves

College basketball is heating up, and teams are showing their true colors. BYU's freshman guard, AJ Dybantsa, had a standout second half in a close game against Clemson, proving he's a player to watch. However, the Cougars still need to show consistency to be considered national title contenders. Meanwhile, UConn is looking strong, with Danny Hurley's team pulling off a close win against Florida. The Huskies are showing the toughness needed to go far in March. On the football front, Washington State is searching for a new coach, with President Elizabeth Cantwell looking for someone with "demonstrated success" and "NIL and portal fluency. " The Cougars are also dealing with players entering the transfer portal, but as Arizona State coach Kenny Dillingham pointed out, the bowl game is still part of the 2025 season, and players can still contribute. Utah is making waves by partnering with a private equity firm to spin off its athletic department into a for-profit business. This move could set a new precedent for college sports. In MLB news, the Dodgers signed closer Edwin Diaz to a lucrative contract, showing the difference between super-rich franchises and the rest of the league. The Dodgers can afford to take risks, while other teams have to be more careful with their investments.