Mississippi State's Renardo Sidney pretty much put the dagger in his NBA Draft stock when he got into a fist fight with teammate Elgin Bailey in the stands of the Diamond Head Classic. The oft-troubled Sidney is featured in this week's NBA Draft Stock Report which takes a look at which college basketball players have helped or hurt their draft status in the past week. Click … [Read more...] about NBA Draft Stock Report (12/26/10)
Wisconsin Badgers Defenseman Named Captain of Team USA Hockey
Wisconsin Badgers sophomore defenseman John Ramage (St. Louis) was named captain of the 2011 U.S. National Junior Team. Ramage and Team USA take part in International Competition during the 2011 Ice Hockey Federation World Junior Championship, held Dec. 26-Jan. 5 in Buffalo, N.Y. Ramage becomes the second consecutive Badger to captain Team USA in the tournament. Last year, … [Read more...] about Wisconsin Badgers Defenseman Named Captain of Team USA Hockey
Ndamukong Suh, being “Ndominating” in otherwise Bleak Lions Season
Let's get this out of the way now. Ndamukong Suh has the NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year Award wrapped up. No one else is even close. He's been one of the few bright spots in a long Detroit Lions season. (Although by Lions standards, this is a much better season than usual- only three of their ten losses have been by nine or more points). At six-feet-four and 305 pounds, … [Read more...] about Ndamukong Suh, being “Ndominating” in otherwise Bleak Lions Season
St. Louis Rams have Surprising Season, Led by Underrated RB Steven Jackson
St. Louis Rams running back Steven Jackson certainly makes money like one of the best running backs in the game, but he doesn't seem to get the publicity. Sure, hard-core football fans know he's a star player, but Jackson doesn't really obtain coverage commensurate to his accomplishments. In midseason, Jackson surpassed Eric Dickerson as the Rams' all-time leading rusher, … [Read more...] about St. Louis Rams have Surprising Season, Led by Underrated RB Steven Jackson
Rapid Reaction: Wisconsin 80 Coppin St. 55
With a 80-55 win over the Coppin State Eagles, the Wisconsin Badgers have now won 10 non-conference games for the fifth time in the last six seasons. Junior Jordan Taylor and senior Jon Leuer led the way with 19 points a piece. The Badgers (10-2) final tune-up before the conference season was successful on both sides of the floor as they extended their nation leading streak … [Read more...] about Rapid Reaction: Wisconsin 80 Coppin St. 55
Twins, Gophers, T’Wolves, Wild Head Coaches Doing Talk Show Together
FOX Sports North launches “Unscripted,” a new series of specials designed to bring together leaders and figures in the Minnesota sports landscape, beginning Tuesday, Jan. 3, 2011. The first mini-series “Unscripted: Coaches/Manager” features Minnesota Twins Manager Ron Gardenhire, Minnesota Timberwolves Head Coach Kurt Rambis, Minnesota Wild Head Coach Todd Richards and … [Read more...] about Twins, Gophers, T’Wolves, Wild Head Coaches Doing Talk Show Together
Terrelle Pryor, Devier Posey, Boom Herron Suspended for Half the 2011 Season
It was just announced today that five college football players from The Ohio State University must sit out the first five games of the 2011 season for selling awards, gifts and university apparel and receiving improper benefits in 2009. Yes,the Buckeyes will indeed be without some of their key players for one game less than half the year. A sixth football player must sit … [Read more...] about Terrelle Pryor, Devier Posey, Boom Herron Suspended for Half the 2011 Season
Why the St. Louis Blues Don’t Need to Make a Major Trade
Everybody who claims to be a hockey expert is expecting and demanding the bewildered Blues management group to make a trade, and make it happen soon. One would think this would be an obvious way to go. With the team missing their three top forwards in T.J. Oshie (broken ankle), David Perron and Andy McDonald (concussions), there is no question the Blues are hurting for … [Read more...] about Why the St. Louis Blues Don’t Need to Make a Major Trade
Kobe, Lebron, Durant Rocking Special New Shoes on Christmas
"This Christmas, will be a very very special Christmas" in terms of the nationally televised NBA schedule this year. The slate of games have more star power and interesting match-ups than in years past. Therefore, it will be much easier to avoid forced awkward conversation with extended family and in-laws that you can't stand on this December 25th. And Santa has brought the … [Read more...] about Kobe, Lebron, Durant Rocking Special New Shoes on Christmas
Indianapolis Colts win NFL week 15 Offensive Line Award
Anchored behind the powerful protection of their offensive line, the Indianapolis Colts played one of their most complete games of the season, jumping out to an early lead and holding off a late Jacksonville rally for a 34-24 victory Sunday afternoon at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. The Colts now join the list of this year’s contenders for the 2nd annual Madden Most … [Read more...] about Indianapolis Colts win NFL week 15 Offensive Line Award