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Chris Vannini
Verified
Sport Reporter, The Athletic
Detroit
Beats
Biography
One of the most-trusted insiders for football coaching news. A hard-working sports and news enthusiast with experience covering the NFL, MLB, NBA, NCAA football, NCAA basketball and more, using digital skills across writing, graphic design, social media, podcasting, video and other storytelling platforms. I’m a grinding sports journalist who loves telling stories and laying in bed with his dogs — usually at the same time. At The Athletic, my coverage focuses on college football’s Group of 5 conferences, telling unique stories about teams and players often overlooked on the national level. I also breaking coaching news on the Coaching Tracker.
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Content
By Chris Vannini Verified| The Athletic Verified New rule changes coming to college football in 2025 include a timeout penalty to stop players from faking injuries, a single timeout for the third overtime and beyond, a codified closing of the 12-men-on-the-field loophole that gained widespread attention during Oregon's October win over Ohio State, a change to approved kick return signals and a language adjustment to how replay reviews are announced.
By Matt Baker Verified, Chris Vannini Verified| The Athletic Verified Kent State fired head coach Kenni Burns for cause following an audit and investigation into a six-figure loan he received from and repaid to a university booster and vendor, as well as personal, improper or unsubstantiated purchases on his school purchasing card, according to a copy of its investigation report obtained by The Athletic. The school placed Burns on leave on March 27 and fired him Friday without a specific stated public reason.
By Chris Vannini Verified| The Athletic Verified Nico Iamaleava's name will go down in college football history as one that created a turning point for players, in multiple ways. Which part fans remember might depend on how the rest of his football career plays out. As Iamaleava prepares to enter the transfer portal amid a sudden public breakup with Tennessee about name, image and likeness re-negotiations, this first-of-its-kind NFL-style holdout situation was possible only because of what had come before it.
Company Info
The Athletic
The Athletic Community, founded in 2013 and based in Portland, Oregon, is a sportswear company dedicated to building meaningful relationships through durable, active-lifestyle products. The company emphasizes community and celebrates movement, whether by bike, foot, or other physical activities. The Athletic Community specializes in athletic apparel and accessories, offering technical tees, casual clothing, and performance-oriented wear. Their product range includes workout gloves, foot bands, arm sleeves, body mats, and high-quality sport socks. Many items are available as limited editions, with styles rotating frequently to keep the offerings fresh. The brand appeals to individuals seeking both casual and technical clothing for sports, outdoor activities, and everyday wear, reflecting Portland’s active lifestyle culture. Currently, The Athletic Community is promoting a 30% off "Moving Sale" to celebrate its relocation to N. Williams Ave. in Portland. The company is backed by investors like O’Reilly AlphaTech Ventures and competes with other brands in the athletic apparel market.
San Francisco, California, United States
+1 650-464-1363
Founded: 2016