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Buckeye nation undergoing Urban renewal
The Ohio State University football program has had quite a year, and it has absolutely nothing to do with any success, or lack thereof, the team had on the field of play. This time last year, under the direction of the highly-successful, yet somewhat controversial Jim Tressel, the Buckeyes began to fall apart at the seams as the NCAA launched
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Detmer, Johnson, Fulmer among college HOF class
Heisman Trophy winner Ty Detmer of BYU and national championship coaches Jimmy Johnson and Phillip Fulmer highlight the 2012 class for induction into the College Football Hall of Fame. A total of 14 players and three coaches from the Football Bowl Subdivision (formerly I-A) were selected for enshrinement. Induction ceremonies are set for December 4 in New York. Joining Detmer
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Worried about the WAC
Philadelphia, PA (Sports Network) - It wasn't that long ago that the Western Athletic Conference was making noise on the football field, with seldom-seen programs like Boise State, Fresno State, Hawaii and Nevada all clamoring for national attention. The Broncos have had one of the best records since joining the Football Bowl Subdivision of any team in the country, regardless
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Rutgers' LeGrand signs with Bucs, continues long road back
For former Rutgers defensive tackle Eric LeGrand, making it to the NFL was always his dream. He had a productive career for the Scarlet Knights, playing in 31 games and recording 60 tackles, 11 tackles for loss, 2.5 sacks and three fumble recoveries, and with strides in his junior and senior seasons, that dream had the potential to become a
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On Campus: The Luck of this year's QB draw
The 2011 college football season finished with a pair of prolific passers sitting atop the NFL's list of future stars. Andrew Luck and Robert Griffin III went first and second, respectively, in the recent draft after solidifying themselves as "can't miss" prospects. In addition to Luck and Griffin, other college signal-callers found themselves drafted, including Ryan Tannehill, Brandon Weeden, Russell
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The Luck of this year's QB draw
Philadelphia, PA (Sports Network) - The 2011 college football season finished with a pair of prolific passers sitting atop the NFL's list of future stars. Andrew Luck and Robert Griffin III went first and second, respectively, in the recent draft after solidifying themselves as "can't miss" prospects and cornerstones of their NFL teams for the next decade or so. In
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Notre Dame quarterback Rees arrested
Notre Dame quarterback Tommy Rees and linebacker Carlo Calabrese were arrested early Thursday morning. The South Bend Tribune cited St. Joseph County police as saying Rees was arrested for public intoxication, resisting law enforcement, minor consumption and battery to law enforcement. Calabrese was taken into custody for disorderly conduct and was released on $150 bond. Rees, who will turn 20
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Good luck finding a new quarterback
When the Indianapolis Colts selected Andrew Luck with the number one pick in last week's NFL Draft, it was no doubt a proud moment for Stanford. His presence helped catapult the Cardinal from an afterthought in the Pac-12 to a national powerhouse, and after leading the team to back-to-back BCS Bowl berths and tossing 82 touchdowns in his illustrious career,
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Mid-American and Sun Belt conferences extend with GoDaddy.com Bowl
Mobile, AL (Sports Network) - The Mid-American Conference and Sun Belt Conference announced on Monday that both leagues have extended their contracts with the annual GoDaddy.com bowl game. Originally known as the Mobile Alabama Bowl from 1999-2000 then as the GMAC Bowl from 2000-10, the bowl received its current name on October 18, 2010. The last game saw Northern Illinois
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BCS to consider four-team playoff
The BCS will begin considering a four-team playoff. Conference commissioners and the Notre Dame athletic director have been meeting this week in Florida to discuss changes to the current system of crowning a champion in the Football Bowl Subdivision. On Thursday, a statement was issued detailing their talks and what could be presented. "As part of our deliberations, we have
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Arkansas makes John L. Smith head coach
The University of Arkansas has hired John L. Smith as its head football coach. Smith signed a 10-month letter of agreement with a compensation package of $850,000. Smith will also be eligible for performance and academic achievement incentives. The 63-year-old Smith had spent the last three seasons as special teams coach for the Razorbacks. He was hired as the head
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NFL hopeful Dennard arrested for hitting cop
A former star Nebraska cornerback has been arrested after allegedly assaulting a police officer following a fight early Saturday morning. Alfonzo Dennard, who is likely to be picked in the NFL Draft on Thursday, was taken to Lancaster County jail on suspicion of felony third-degree assault on a police officer, resisting arrest and suspicion of midemeanor assault, according to the
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ACC committee issues public reprimand to UNC
The Atlantic Coast Conference's Infractions and Penalties Committee has issued a public reprimand to the University of North Carolina. The move comes about a month after the school's football program was given a one-year postseason ban by the NCAA, among other penalties, for multiple violations, including academic fraud, impermissible agent benefits, ineligible participation and a failure to monitor. The reprimand
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Running backs on the mend
Several high profile tailbacks had their 2011 seasons cut short due to injury. Lofty expectations were dashed, both for the players and their respective teams. While some programs were able to assuage the loss and record successful seasons, others were unable to adapt. The hope is that the injury bug will stay far away from these five talented rushers in
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Three Central Michigan players dismissed from program
Central Michigan head football coach Dan Enos has dismissed Austin White, Joe Sawicki and Danel Harris from the program. The school's statement said the three violated conduct codes. "We hold our student-athletes to the highest standard of conduct as members of our team, our campus and our community," said Enos. "Actions that do not represent CMU and the community with
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Former Notre Dame TE Ragone transfers to Kansas
Former Notre Dame tight end Mike Ragone completed his transfer to Kansas on Tuesday, reuniting himself with former coach Charlie Weis. Ragone, who has already completed his undergraduate degree, will be eligible to play for the Jayhawks this upcoming season. The 6-foot-4, 262-pounder caught 11 balls for 109 yards in five seasons with the Irish. Ragone joins former Notre Dame
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Two WKU football players treated for gunshot wounds
Western Kentucky sophomore Tevin Holliman and freshman Ricardo Singh each sustained a single gunshot wound on Saturday night, the team announced in a statement on Sunday. The student-athletes were at the Lava Lounge, located off campus in Bowling Green, when the shooting took place and were unarmed, according to the statement. Holliman and Singh are receiving hospital care and neither
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Petrino out as Arkansas coach
In December 2007, Bobby Petrino became head football coach at the University of Arkansas in a cloud of controversy. Less than five years later, he exited the same way. Arkansas athletic director Jeff Long announced at a press conference Tuesday night that Petrino has been relieved of his duties for "abusing his authority" and "jeopardizing the integrity of the football
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Report: Petrino out as Arkansas coach
The University of Arkansas has scheduled a press conference for Tuesday night at 8:15 p.m. (et), at which time, it is being reported by multiple sources, the school will announce the dismissal of embattled head football coach Bobby Petrino. Arkansas placed Petrino on paid leave last Thursday after a police report showed a 25-year-old female employee was a passenger on
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Kansas RB Sims suspended three games
Kansas running back James Sims has been suspended for the first three games of the 2012 season. The announcement was made Monday by head coach Charlie Weis, citing a violation of team rules. "Every player on our team knows and understands our rules and regulations. They also know the consequences for violations," said Weis, who was named to the post