Never has there been more excitement for college football award watch lists. The twin lockout-induced free agency voids in the NFL and NBA has given us even less to talk about during MLB's slowest (and overall sports' slowest) week for media. Cuz NO ONE cares about the All-Star game and the ratings numbers reflect that. Let's talk gridiron! As the Davey O'Brien Foundation … [Read more...] about Who will be the Best QB in College Football this Fall?
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Big 10 Announces List of Players Attending 2011 Kickoff Luncheon
Yesterday, the Big Ten announced the 36 college players scheduled to attend the 2011 Big Ten Kickoff Luncheon, Friday, July 29, at McCormick Place in Chicago. The 40th annual event will mark the University of Nebraska’s first official appearance as a member of the Big Ten Conference and serves as the beginning to the 2011 football season. The event features all 12 conference … [Read more...] about Big 10 Announces List of Players Attending 2011 Kickoff Luncheon
College Football Hall of Fame to Remain in South Bend through 2012
During a street naming ceremony today, South Bend Indiana Mayor Steve Luecke imparted a recent developement regarding the future of the College Football Hall of Fame in South Bend. "I am also pleased to announce that, as a result of further discussions with the National Football Foundation, the College Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement will be held in South Bend again next … [Read more...] about College Football Hall of Fame to Remain in South Bend through 2012
Former Michigan QB Tate Forcier Going to San Jose State? Good Luck with that!
Former Michigan Wolverines quarterback Tate Forcier had his moments in Ann Arbor (that whole 4-0 start in '09, right before the wheels completely came off comes to mind); but he's right to have left that behind. At least if he wants to actually get playing time, and doesn't really care about helping the QB depth of the maize and blue. But unless Denard Robinson gets severely … [Read more...] about Former Michigan QB Tate Forcier Going to San Jose State? Good Luck with that!
Wizards John Wall Mentors Michigan Wolverines Darius Morris
Michigan Wolverines point guard Darius Morris is a hot prospect in this year's NBA Draft. Part of that is due to his breakout sophomore season. Part of it is because he's getting mentored by some of the best and biggest names in the game. Like Washington Wizards point guard John Wall, the #1 pick in last year's draft. "He checks in with me every once in awhile, sending me a … [Read more...] about Wizards John Wall Mentors Michigan Wolverines Darius Morris
Michigan Star Louie Caporusso Signs With Ottawa Senators
Caporusso Signs Two Year Contract With Ottawa Michigan Wolverines hockey star Louie Caporusso has signed a two year entry level contract with the Ottawa Senators. Caporusso, 21, was a third round pick of the Senators in the 2007 NHL Entry Draft, the 90th overall pick that year. Caporusso spent four year in Ann Arbor playing for the Wolverines, including … [Read more...] about Michigan Star Louie Caporusso Signs With Ottawa Senators
Michigan’s Lloyd Carr Makes College Football Hall of Fame
Retired University of Michigan football coach Lloyd Carr has been named one of 16 inductees into the 2011 College Football Hall of Fame announced today (May 17) by the National Football Foundation and College Football Hall of Fame. Carr and Air Force coach Fisher DeBerry were joined by 14 players who have been selected as members of this year’s class. The announcement was … [Read more...] about Michigan’s Lloyd Carr Makes College Football Hall of Fame
Big Ten/ACC Challenge Pairings Announced; Duke at Ohio State Headlines
The pairings for college basketball's signature pre-conference event were announced today. The Big Ten/ACC Challenge Nov. 29-30 will be headlined by the Duke Blue Devils at the Ohio State Buckeyes and the Wisconsin Badgers at the North Carolina. This year has an expanded format to include newest Big Ten member Nebraska. ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU and ESPN3.com will combine to … [Read more...] about Big Ten/ACC Challenge Pairings Announced; Duke at Ohio State Headlines
Notre Dame to Play Michigan in Big House’s 1st Ever Night Game
ESPN announced Thursday the Notre Dame Fighting Irish vs. Michigan Wolverines contest on September 10 at Michigan Stadium will be telecast in primetime on ESPN, 8 p.m. (ET) kickoff. This marks the first-ever night contest in Michigan Stadium. The game will not appear on ABC due to the NASCAR Sprint Cup series, which will be broadcast live at 7:30 p.m. (ET). … [Read more...] about Notre Dame to Play Michigan in Big House’s 1st Ever Night Game
OFFICIAL 2011 NBA Draft Early Entries
The May 8th deadline for college basketball underclassmen to either announce they are returning to school or staying in the NBA Draft for good has past. There were some very questionable and surprising decisions. Check out The Sports Bank’s 2011 NBA Mock Draft and click on the player’s name for an in-depth scouting report. UPDATED: 5/11/11 By: David Kay … [Read more...] about OFFICIAL 2011 NBA Draft Early Entries