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Archives for December 2011

Penn St Update: Paterno Released from Hospital, QB Suffered Seizure, Concussion

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Joe Paterno was released from the hospital yesterday as he continues his rehabilitation from his broken pelvis. He's also continuing treatment for lung cancer. According to a source who told ESPN, the treatments are "really taking a lot out of (him)....he has his good days and bad." Then there's QB Matt McGloin who was beat up by wide receiver Curtis Drake on Saturday. … [Read more...] about Penn St Update: Paterno Released from Hospital, QB Suffered Seizure, Concussion

Indianapolis Colts Avoid Winless Season, Won’t Play Peyton Manning

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The Indianapolis Colts won't go 0-16. We know that much. The Colts' 27-13 victory against division rival Tennessee on Sunday at Lucas Oil Stadium -- Indy's first win of the 2011 season -- prevented the franchise from going down in NFL history with the 1976 Tampa Bay Buccaneers or the 2008 Detroit Lions, the only two teams to ever finish a season without a win. But beyond … [Read more...] about Indianapolis Colts Avoid Winless Season, Won’t Play Peyton Manning

Next Penn State Coach: Packers QB Coach Tom Clements?

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Penn State University has been in contact with Green Bay Packers quarterbacks coach Tom Clements about the Nittany Lions' newly open coaching position. How much actual legitimacy there is to his candidacy depends on how much you believe of what you hear and how much you believe those sources. A source close to Clements told ESPN'S Chris Mortensen on Friday: "There is … [Read more...] about Next Penn State Coach: Packers QB Coach Tom Clements?

L.A. Lakers Sign Troy Murphy

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Well it isn't the Chris Paul trade, but then again not every NBA team in Los Angeles can be the Clippers. There is that obscure little team called the Lakers too. Yesterday, the Lakers signed former Notre Dame star Troy Murphy to a one-year deal for the veteran's minimum, worth $1,352,181, which is a set figure by the league for all players with 10 or more years experience. … [Read more...] about L.A. Lakers Sign Troy Murphy

Illini Need Thorough Beatdown of Cornell to Regroup Quickly

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The alma mater of Andy Bernard, Cornell, can't get to Champaign fast enough for the Illinois Fighting Illini. The Fighting 'Nard Dogs, actually they're called the Cornell Big Red, with some bear looking thing as their logo/mascot I think?, will get the Illini to re-focus quickly after that UGLY loss to the UNLV Runnin' Rebels at their alleged home away from home, the United … [Read more...] about Illini Need Thorough Beatdown of Cornell to Regroup Quickly

Northwestern Heads to #24 Creighton with 10-1 Record

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Northwestern basketball closed out the home portion of their non conference schedule tonight with a 87-72 win over the Eastern Illinois Panthers, pushing their record to 10-1. Meaning they're ready for their second big test of the season- at #24 Creighton. The Blue Jays, favorites to win the Missouri Valley, also have only one loss on the season. NU failed pretty badly in … [Read more...] about Northwestern Heads to #24 Creighton with 10-1 Record

UNLV Running Rebs Nationally Relevant Again?

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Last March two college basketball documentaries premiered to remind us college basketball nuts how the game was changed in the early '90s. Both focused on powerhouse programs that fell from grace since then, but today seem to be trending backward. The ESPN film focusing on the Michigan Wolverines Fab 5 may have gotten all the hype and controversy, but the HBO doc on the UNLV … [Read more...] about UNLV Running Rebs Nationally Relevant Again?

Kansas City Chiefs Bring the Packers Perfect World Crashing Down

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            The Kansas City Chiefs shocked the world with an impressive 19-14 win over the previously undefeated Green Bay Packers. Green Bay's 19 game winning streak came to a screeching halt with a lot of credit due to the' Chiefs defense who put forth an inspiring effort. Not only did the Packers receive their first L on the … [Read more...] about Kansas City Chiefs Bring the Packers Perfect World Crashing Down

Realistic Expectations for the Golden Gophers

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College basketball has something in common with high stakes poker. Both pastimes are a combination of skill and luck. Tubby Smith has been lacking in the latter since he began his tenure in Minneapolis. He has had to deal with health issues, an irrelevant football program, questionable decision-making by his players, and injuries. The one bright spot for fans and alumni is that … [Read more...] about Realistic Expectations for the Golden Gophers