Heading into the Big Ten Tournament, there was probably no more compelling storyline than the Northwestern Wildcats trying to get their first NCAA bid in their school's history. Having finished seventh in the Big Ten, and just one win against the RPI top 50, the Wildcats were thoroughly on the bubble, and the consensus was that they had work to do in the conference tournament … [Read more...] about Did Losing To Minnesota Burst Northwestern’s Bubble?
Archives for March 2012
Illinois Falls To Iowa In Big Ten Tournament, Likely Bruce Weber’s Final Game
When asked if he thought his team would accept an NIT bid, embattled Illinois coach Bruce Weber responded "I don't know, I don't know if we'll make the NIT to be honest." After falling to Iowa in the opening game of the Big Ten Tournament in Indianapolis, all signs seem to be pointing to Weber's imminent departure from Champaign and the University of Illinois. In his post … [Read more...] about Illinois Falls To Iowa In Big Ten Tournament, Likely Bruce Weber’s Final Game
More than 6 million people watched 2012 NFL Scouting Combine
It is extremely boring, there's no doubt. It's nothing more than watching guys in tights run sprints and do some measured jumps on a football field. It's colloquially being referred to as the "Spandex Super Bowl." Yet for the second consecutive year more than 6.5 million viewers tuned in to NFL Network’s exclusive coverage of the 2012 NFL Scouting Combine Presented by Under … [Read more...] about More than 6 million people watched 2012 NFL Scouting Combine
Top 5 things Illini fans would miss about Bruce Weber
It's complete turmoil in Illini basketball nation right now, but don't feel too bad for them for much longer. Nebraska Cornhuskers coach Doc Sadler had to help wipe away the tears of Bruce Weber following the Illini loss by 23 in Lincoln (the Huskers were up 32, and as decorum dictates wisely took their foot off the gas pedal and it could have been worse). Weber's fate appears … [Read more...] about Top 5 things Illini fans would miss about Bruce Weber
Branden Dawson’s injury adds a dent in MSU Spartans’ depth
What should the St. Louis Rams do with their draft picks?
Yes, I know the Rams are going to trade this pick! I get that. And it’s likely going to be to the Browns. Or the Redskins, or to whoever wants Robert Griffin 3 the most, but I don’t do trades in my mock. So let's look at where they might go, if they don't deal the pick. … [Read more...] about What should the St. Louis Rams do with their draft picks?
Minnesota Vikings: mocking their first two 2012 NFL Draft picks
The Minnesota Vikings are pretty much in rebuilding mode, and what better day to rebuild for the future than NFL Draft day 2012? Let's look at who they might take. … [Read more...] about Minnesota Vikings: mocking their first two 2012 NFL Draft picks
Derrick Rose’s Buzzer Beater to defeat Milwaukee Bucks (video)
Here it is: Derrick Rose throwing a dagger into the Milwaukee Bucks; giving the Chicago Bulls a road victory. … [Read more...] about Derrick Rose’s Buzzer Beater to defeat Milwaukee Bucks (video)
Green Bay Packers draft: mocking the first couple picks
The Green Bay Packers led the NFL in passing yards allowed last season. Therefore, they're going to focus on DBs and and pass-rushers first and foremost in the 2012 NFL draft right? Not so fast my friend. What about a tight end if Jermichael Finley leaves? What about the running back situation? Then we must consider the fact that Ted Thompson is as much a "value GM" as there … [Read more...] about Green Bay Packers draft: mocking the first couple picks
What should the Detroit Lions do with their first two draft picks?
Why do I have the Detroit Lions going O Line in both of the first two rounds of the NFL Draft? Am I nuts? Well, probably, but not because of my mock draft. The picks I made are for different positions among the big guys up front. And there's versatility with what I can do here in their starting lineup by plugging in those guys. Most importantly, their RBs have not been … [Read more...] about What should the Detroit Lions do with their first two draft picks?