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Chicago Bears mock draft composite part 2

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About a week has passed since I released part one of this mock draft composite. A few of those 13 expert predictions for whom the Bears will pick have changed since I compiled the list on February 23rd. Take a look at who has changed their mind since last week, and get an inside look at the rest of the draft prospects who have been most commonly linked to the Bears. … [Read more...] about Chicago Bears mock draft composite part 2

Rich Rodriguez no Longer Coach of the Michigan Wolverines

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It was a long December for Rich Rodriguez, but there was reason to believe that 2011 would be better than 2010. What appeared to be a winnable bowl game against Mississippi State loomed and, though Michigan had their problems this season, it certainly looked as though Rodriguez would be around for next year and a few after that. The light was at the end of the … [Read more...] about Rich Rodriguez no Longer Coach of the Michigan Wolverines

Rich Rodriguez Cries and Josh Groban Calls ’em Out for it

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As embarrassing as the UM defense has been this college football season, the Wolverines have another "butt of many jokes" to deal with. Unfortunately, that source of unintentional comedy is the program patriarch itself. At least for now. An excerpt from The Jersey Chaser.com As if Rich Rodriguez doesn’t have it bad enough worrying about getting fired from his job, now … [Read more...] about Rich Rodriguez Cries and Josh Groban Calls ’em Out for it

Denard Robinson wins Big Ten Offensive Player of the Year Award

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It was definitely a tale of two seasons for University of Michigan sophomore quarterback Denard Robinson. He absolutely destroyed the college football world after his first five games, and his team was undefeated. But the native of Deerfield Beach, Fla. slowed down, as did his team in the back half of the season, once the Wolverines started to play real defenses. Still … [Read more...] about Denard Robinson wins Big Ten Offensive Player of the Year Award

Why Michigan’s Denard Robinson is ready to slow down

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A Michigan football team that's markedly improved over last year's 5-7 record has been rejuvenated under the leadership of sophomore stud QB Denard Robinson.  It appears a dark – though brief – chapter in maize and blue history has come to an end.  The blazing fast recruit from Deerfield Beach, Florida has made good on a fat stash of potential, and the Wolverines are back in … [Read more...] about Why Michigan’s Denard Robinson is ready to slow down

Wolverines Denard Robinson: Truly Bigger than Jesus?

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The late John Lennon once got in trouble for saying that The Beatles were "bigger than Jesus." However, he simply conveyed a valid point- at that particular moment in history, the Beatles' popularity was arguably bigger than Jesus Christ in certain places. Lennon also gave us one of my all-time favorite quotes: "life is what happens when you're busy making other plans." Both … [Read more...] about Wolverines Denard Robinson: Truly Bigger than Jesus?

Calvin Johnson, Armando Galaragga: Detroit Sports Fans get SHAFTED Again

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The start of the NFL season looked extremely promising for fans of the Detroit Lions near the conclusion of their game against the Chicago Bears on Sunday. Calvin Johnson appeared to have made a tremendous catch in the corner of the end zone. Upon further review, officials at the game negated the outstanding play because players must maintain control of the ball for the entire … [Read more...] about Calvin Johnson, Armando Galaragga: Detroit Sports Fans get SHAFTED Again

Big Ten Media Day One Wrap-up, Coaches Edition

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Check out that snazzy graphic above.  Study it.  Love it. And then realize that this is the last year that it will be relevant and current. Much like the conference expansion dominated the news after the NCAA Basketball Tournament, the Big Ten's expansion to add Nebraska was the dominant topic of Big Ten Media Day on day 1. It got a little tiresome, quite frankly. … [Read more...] about Big Ten Media Day One Wrap-up, Coaches Edition

Where the season ends

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By H. Jose Bosch To celebrate the end of the season, and to honor one of my favorite poems and writers, Shel Silverstein, I’ve decided to pen a poem that rounds out my thoughts. If you're unfamiliar with the original, then I suggest you read it. It's a classic and one of my favorites (See, we try to teach at The Sports Bank!) And now my version of the poem, “Where the … [Read more...] about Where the season ends