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Michigan State Spartans Lose Forward Delvon Roe; Retires from Knee Pain

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I have to admit, I did see this one coming- just a little bit. I heard whispers about it last year, and could see early signs of while at media row of the 2010 Final Four. Michigan State University senior forward Delvon Roe has decided to end his time with the Spartans basketball team due to degenerative knee pain. Roe will remain on scholarship and is on track to graduate … [Read more...] about Michigan State Spartans Lose Forward Delvon Roe; Retires from Knee Pain

Steelers Troy Polamalu’s College Counterpart (Hair Wise): Illini RB Troy Pollard

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The similarities between Pittsburgh Steelers safety Troy Polamalu and Illinois Fighting Illini leading rusher Troy Pollard go further than just the amazing coincidence in names. There's the hair thing too! You've seen Polamalu's shampoo commercials, right? "Troy Polamolecules dude." You can go here for more. But let's learn more about the man nicknamed "bucket o' hair." … [Read more...] about Steelers Troy Polamalu’s College Counterpart (Hair Wise): Illini RB Troy Pollard

’85 Chicago Bears Invited to White House, Dan Hampton Declines

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I've always said that the '85 Chicago Bears need to go away. We've been hit over the head with them enough. President Barack Obama doesn't agree with me. NFL Hall of Famer Dan Hampton does. And that's one of the rare times I've actually agreed with him on something, Obama invited the 1985 Super Bowl championship team to visit Washington, D.C., earlier this month. The Bears … [Read more...] about ’85 Chicago Bears Invited to White House, Dan Hampton Declines

Redskins Ryan Kerrigan NFL Rookie of Month, Boiler Up, Purdue People

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We knew he was going to be dominant at the next level. It was obvious when you saw how he tore up Big Ten offensive lines. The National Football League announced today Washington Redskins linebacker Ryan Kerrigan as the NFL Defensive Rookie of the Month for September. He is the first Redskins player to win the award since Chris Horton in September 2008 and the fourth overall … [Read more...] about Redskins Ryan Kerrigan NFL Rookie of Month, Boiler Up, Purdue People

It’s Time for Curtis Painter, Indianapolis Colts- Boiler Up Purdue Fans

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Curtis Painter has been the subject of much opinion during his tenure as the backup quarterback for the Indianapolis Colts -- most of those opinions negative. He's not a NFL-caliber QB. Anyone would be better than that no-talent waste of a draft pick. Are these opinions really the case? Is this thinking based on his play in meaningful games (his total is one, last … [Read more...] about It’s Time for Curtis Painter, Indianapolis Colts- Boiler Up Purdue Fans

Troy Pollard, Jay Prosch Add to Illini RB Depth

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While Illinois’ rushing offense has remained dominant, the Illini are doing it by committee this year rather then relaying on one dominant runner like they did in 2007 (Rashard Mendenhall) and 2010 (Mikel Leshoure). Four different Illini have over 200 rushing yards on the season, and all four have scored at least one rushing TD. Senior RB Troy Pollard (a runner in the Daniel … [Read more...] about Troy Pollard, Jay Prosch Add to Illini RB Depth

Donovonn Young Might Continue Illini #5 Running Back Tradition

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Given the recent tradition/memories of the last two players to wear the famed #5 in Champaign: Mikel Leshoure (a Detroit Lions rookie who will miss the season with an injury) and the Pittsburgh Steelers Rashard Mendenhall (who's developed into a Pro Bowl, 1,000 yard rusher style NFL back) it's easy to see why the jersey number is starting to take on a special meaning for … [Read more...] about Donovonn Young Might Continue Illini #5 Running Back Tradition

Blackhawks Notes: Kane, Hossa to Play Wednesday; Could Saad Make the Team?

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  The Chicago Blackhawks will take on the Detroit Red Wings tonight at the United Center, but before they do, here are some news and notes to get you set for what will be the first game with the Opening Night roster taking to the ice: ....Except for Patrick Sharp Patrick Sharp will not be in the lineup for the Blackhawks tonight, but he has been skating on … [Read more...] about Blackhawks Notes: Kane, Hossa to Play Wednesday; Could Saad Make the Team?

NBA MVPs Derrick Rose, Kobe Bryant Possibly Headed to Play Overseas?

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Did you hear that? It's the sound of NBA appeal and influence in this country falling hard to the floor. Due to the ongoing labor crisis, the league cancelled a big chunk of preseason games last week. Within another few days, it'll probably be time to cancel the rest of the preseason. And you know what comes after that...casualties in the regular season, and with it, an erosion … [Read more...] about NBA MVPs Derrick Rose, Kobe Bryant Possibly Headed to Play Overseas?