Monday February 1st, 2010
South Florida quarterback has surgery.
South Florida Bulls quarterback B.J. Daniels will be held out of contact drills until this summer, following surgery on his left shoulder. Daniels is righthanded, so the surgery is done on his non throwing arm, but team doctors still advise to keep him out. South Florida is expected to start spring practices on March 16th. Daniels threw for 1,983 yards and 14 touchdowns, while also rushing for 772 and 9 touchdowns in 2009.
Monday February 1st, 2010
North Texas hires new coach.
North Texas hired former South Florida offensive coordinator Mike Canales on Saturday for the same position he held. Canales spent three seasons at South Florida, and was also a quarterback coach at North Carolina State. He also spent a season as the New York Jets receivers coach.
Monday February 1st, 2010
Minnesota extends contract for head coach.
The Minnesota Golden Gophers have agreed to extend the contract of head coach Tim Brewster for two more seasons. Brewster signed a five year contract when he was hired in 2007. His contract is worth $1 million annually. Minnesota is 14-24 under Brewster, with a 6-7 season in 2009, that ended with a bowl loss to Iowa State.
Sunday January 31st, 2010
Former Florida player pleads no contest to DUI.
Former Florida Gators defensive end Carlos Dunlap pleaded no contest to driving under the influences charges. Dunlap was placed on probation on Saturday for a year, and also had his drivers license suspended for six months. Dunlap must also complete 50 hours of community service. Dunlap will be drafted during the NFL draft this summer. He had two sacks in the bowl win over Cincinnati in January.
Sunday January 31st, 2010
USC hires LB’s coach.
Lane Kiffin hired former co-worker and friend Joe Barry to be his linebackers coach on Saturday. Barry spent six seasons in Tampa Bay working for the Buccaneers, before heading to Detroit to be the Lions coach. After his two years in Detroit, he spent another season in Tampa Bay. Barry played two seasons at USC, starting seven games in 1993. Right after college, he spent two seasons working at USC.
Wednesday January 13th, 2010
Houston star quarterback to return next season.
The Houston Cougars got good news Wednesday, when they head their star quarterback Case Keenum would return for his senior season. Keenum has elected to not enter the NFL draft, after leading the Cougars to a Conference USA championship. Keenum is one of two college quarterbacks in history to throw for more than 5,000 yards in each of his two seasons.
Wednesday January 13th, 2010
Tennessee wants to hire new coach by end of weekend.
The Tennessee Volunteers will look to have their coaching search completed by the end of the weekend, according to Athletic Director Mike Hamilton. Lane Kiffin announced late Tuesday night he was leaving the University, to head to USC. Currently Kippy Brown is taking over on an interim basis, as the head coach. Brown was hired in 2008 when Kiffin started in Knoxville.
Wednesday January 13th, 2010
Texas Tech hires offensive coordinator.
The Texas Tech Red Raiders announced the hiring of an offensive coordinator Wednesday. New head coach Tommy Tuberville elected to hire Troy’s Neal Brown as the new coordinator. Tuberville expects Brown to continue running the spread offense. Brown, who is just 29 years old, spent four seasons at Troy, including the last two as the offensive coordinator and quarterback coach.
Tuesday January 12th, 2010
John Goodman could become Irish quarterback.
Brian Kelly, the new head coach at Notre Dame has mentioned, wide receiver John Goodman could move to quarterback, starting this spring. Dayne Crist continues to rehabilitate his torn ACL, along with freshman Tommy Rees and walk-on Nate Montana having the only other experience behind center. The Irish finished 6-6 last year, forcing the University to fire head coach Charlie Weis.
Tuesday January 12th, 2010
Patterson named AFCA Coach of the Year.
The American Football Coaches Association named Gary Patterson their 2009 Coach of the Year. Patterson led the Texas Christian University Horned Frogs to a 12-1 record, and a BCS appearance for the first time in school history. TCU beat three teams from within the Top 25, Brigham Young, Utah and Clemson. TCU, along with Florida were ranked in the Top Ten in the country in both total offense and total defense.
Wednesday January 6, 2010
Alabama/Texas set to kick-off for title.
Two storied programs in college football will meet up on Thursday night in the National Championship Game. The Alabama Crimson Tide and Texas Longhorns will meet in Pasadena California. The Longhorns are seeking their second BCS title in five years. Texas beat USC in 2005 behind Vince Young’s heroics. Alabama is looking for their first title since 1992. The game will feature two stars that both sat in New York City during the Heisman Award ceremony; Mark Ingram and Colt McCoy. Ingram came away with the award, rushing for over 1500 yards and 15 touchdowns.
Wednesday January 6, 2010
Iowa wraps up Orange Bowl title.
The Iowa Hawkeyes finished off a solid bowl season for the Big Ten, winning the Orange Bowl over the George Tech Yellow Jackets. The Hawkeyes jumped out to a 14-0 lead early and never looked back. Iowa was led by 231 passing yards from quarterback Ricky Stanzi. Stanzi missed the two games Iowa lost during the regular season. Georgia Tech quarterback Josh Nesbitt only passed the ball nine times in the loss; completing just two passes. Johnathan Dwyer was also held to just 49 rushing yards for the Yellow Jackets. The Big Ten ended the bowl season with four wins and three losses.
Wednesday January 6, 2010
Florida State announces Fisher as new head coach.
With big shoes to fill, the Florida State Seminoles announced Jimbo Fisher as their new head football coach. Fisher will take over for Bobby Bowden as the head man. Fisher, who is 44 years old, will make his head coaching debut on September 4th, 2010 against Samford. The Seminoles then take on Oklahoma, in Norman, and host Brigham Young; all in non conference play. Fisher, before his time at Florida State, spent time at LSU and Cincinnati, along with Auburn.
Tuesday January 5, 2010
Phillips introduced as new head coach at Kentucky.
Taking over for veteran coach Rich Brooks, Joker Phillips was announced as the new head football coach at the University of Kentucky. Phillips was the offensive coordinator at Kentucky before taking the head coaching position. Phillips is the first black head coach in Kentucky history, and just the second in the Southeastern Conference. Phillips grew up in Franklin Kentucky, and has spent time coaching at Cincinnati, Minnesota, Notre Dame and South Carolina.
Tuesday January 5, 2010
McClain appears to be ready for Alabama in national title game.
Nick Saban, head coach of the Alabama Crimson Tide, announced junior linebacker Rolando McClain will be ready to play in the national title game Thursday night. McClain was struck by a stomach bug on Tuesday, along with Rod Woodson.
Wednesday November 18th, 2009
Florida Governor endorses Bowden back as coach of Seminoles.
Florida Governor Charlie Crist has endorsed Florida State Seminoles head coach Bobby Bowden, and says he deserves respect to remain on the sidelines. Bowden, who is 80 years old, has been hearing talks about the school looking to force him out after this season. Bowden has said he would like to coach one more season, before turning it over to assistant Jimbo Fisher. Bowden is second all-time in wins, with 387.
Wednesday November 18th, 2009
McCoy looking to set record for wins.
Texas Longhorns quarterback Colt McCoy is in search of becoming the career leading in wins by a quarterback, Saturday when they face the Kansas Jay Hawks. With a Longhorns win, McCoy would pass Georgia’s David Greene, with 42 career wins. McCoy is 42-7 in his career as the Longhorns quarterback. The Longhorns are looking to stay unbeaten, and continue on their crash course with the SEC winner for the national championship, in January.
Wednesday November 18th, 2009
Arizona prepares to slow down Oregon.
The Arizona Wildcats have been hard at work, in an effort to slow down the Oregon Ducks this Saturday. Arizona, coming off the loss to California is looking to tie the Ducks in losses within the Pac-Ten Standings. Stanford and Oregon State, also have two losses, so a Wildcat win, would make things very interesting. Last season, the Wildcats allowed Oregon to score 55 points; with 45 of them coming in the first half.
Tuesday November 17th, 2009
Harris expected to play Saturday for Miami.
Miami Hurricanes quarterback Jacory Harris is expected to play Saturday in their game against Duke. Harris came away with an injury after the Hurricanes win over Duke last week. Head Coach Randy Shannon said he “has been limited all week, but has been using a protective sleeve”. Shannon then when on to say there “no chance” Harris would not be available.
Tuesday November 17th, 2009
Brandon Minor doubtful against Ohio State.
Michigan running back Brandon Minor is doubtful for Saturday’s game with Ohio State, according to Wolverines head coach Rich Rodriguez. Minor has been battling a lower leg injury all season, but hurt his shoulder in the Purdue game. The senior was hoping to play in his last home game at the Big House, but now that appears unlikely.
Wednesday November 11th, 2009
Hurricanes look for first ever win in Chapel Hill.
Randy Shannon and the Miami Hurricanes are seeking their first ever win in Chapel Hill, over the North Carolina Tar Heels. The statistic seems like a mis-print, with North Carolina traditionally a basketball power, and Miami a football power. Both schools have won five national titles in the sport. The Hurricanes are also looking for a Duke win over Georgia Tech to keep their Atlantic Coast title hopes alive.
Wednesday November 11th, 2009
Cincinnati set to start Callaros, expect Pike to play.
Cincinnati head coach Brian Kelly stated on Tuesday night that he was starting Zach Callaros behind center on Friday night against West Virginia. He also said starting quarterback Tony Pike would try to be fit into certain offensive packages against the Mountaineers. The Bearcats are 9-0, and on the outside looking in, at a BCS title. Cincinnati is also looking at winning a Big East title, with this game against West Virginia, and then a road game at Pittsburgh to finish the season. Callaros threw for 480 yards - the second highest in school history in the two point win over Connecticut.
Wednesday November 11th, 2009
Iowa quarterback doubtful for next two games.
Iowa quarterback Ricky Stanzi has been listed as doubtful for the teams final two regular season games. Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz said Stanzi had to have surgery to repair a severely sprained ankle. Stanzi hurt the ankle in the second quarter of the Hawkeyes loss to Northwestern. Ferentz says red shirt freshman James Vandenberg will make his first career start in a key Big Ten game against Ohio State.
Tuesday November 10th, 2009
South Florida looking for revenge over Rutgers.
The South Florida Bulls are looking to snap a streak of three losses in a row to the Rutgers Scarlet Knights. Last year, Rutgers blasted the Bulls 49-16, on their way to a seven game winning streak to finish the season. South Florida felt Rutgers head coach Greg Schiano may have ran up the score in the affair. South Florida looks to even the score, as a pair of 6-2 teams kick-off on Thursday evening.
Tuesday November 10th, 2009
Ohio State has mind set on 2010 Rose Bowl.
For a team that has dominated the Big Ten, like Ohio State has done, the Ohio State Buckeyes have not played in the Rose Bowl since 1997. With the new BCS system, teams like Oklahoma and Texas have played in the Rose Bowl more than the Buckeyes in the last ten years. With a win over Iowa on Saturday, Ohio State will be returning to Pasadena. The last time Ohio State played in the Rose Bowl, they beat Arizona State 20-17.
Wednesday October 14, 2009
USC’s Johnson leaves the hospital.
16 days after a weight room injury that could have killed Trojans running back Stafon Johnson, he was able to walk out of the hospital on Wednesday. Johnson underwent several hours of surgery to repair his throat. USC head coach Pete Carroll says Johnson may be granted a medical red shirt which would allow him a sixth season. But before that, Johnson and his family is concerned about his health.
Wednesday October 14, 2009
Michigan quarterback Tate Forcier’s status is unknown.
After sustaining a concussion on Saturday against Iowa, Michigan quarterback Tate Forcier may be forced to miss this week’s action against Delaware State. Head Coach Rich Rodriguez said he would not allow Forcier to play unless he was certain the medical staff had cleared him. The injury for Forcier is very similar to that of Florida quarterback Tim Tebow.
Wednesday October 14, 2009
Cincinnati/South Florida set to battle in key Big East tilt.
The Cincinnati Bearcats and the South Florida Bulls will both bring their 5-0 records to the field on Thursday evening. Cincinnati is ranked 8th in the nation, while South Florida sits at # 21. The Bulls are expecting a full house in front of the national audience, on ESPN. The Bearcats are the defending Big East Champions, and look to repeat this season. The winner of this game would certainly give that team a heads up in conference play.
Tuesday October 13, 2009
New Mexico gives Locksley ten day suspension.
New Mexico head coach Mike Locksley will not be on the sidelines for Saturday’s game with UNLV. Locksley has been suspended by the University after his altercation with former assistant J.B Gerald. Defensive backs coach George Barlow will serve as interim coach in the game. The suspension for Locksley will not just be Saturday’s game, it will also include nine days leading up to the game. Locksley will lose pay during that time as well. New Mexico has yet to win in 2009.
Tuesday October 13, 2009
Miami will be missing key defensive player on Saturday.
The Miami Hurricanes will take on Central Florida on Saturday night without both defensive end Eric Moncur and safety Randy Phillips. Moncur will be sidelined with a lower leg injury, while Phillips will miss due to an arm injury. Defensive linemen Josh Holmes and Marcus Forston have also been hurting for Miami. The Hurricanes were forced to use Curtis Porter last week. Porter was a player in which the Hurricanes were considering for red shirt candidacy.
Wednesday September 30th, 2009
Meyer states Tebow looks “terrific”.
University of Florida head football coach Urban Meyer stated Wednesday that his quarterback Tim Tebow looks terrific. The Gators, who are ranked # 1 in the nation lost Tebow in the first half of their game against Kentucky when he was hit hard, and suffered a concussion. Florida has a bye this week, and it is still unknown whether Tebow will be ready for the Gators next game on October 10th.
Wednesday September 30th, 2009
USC’s Johnson communicates non-verbally.
University of Southern California running back Stefon Johnson was able to communicate non-verbally on Wednesday after a freak accident in the weight room that could have killed him. The bar slipped from his right hand and crushed his neck and larynx, which required seven hours of surgery. Doctors state one of the main reasons Johnson was able to survive the accident was his muscular neck. It’s unclear whether Johnson will be able to speak again.
Wednesday September 30th, 2009
Big East – Big 12 to meet at Yankee Stadium.
The Big East and the Big 12 will meet up in the new Yankee Stadium starting in December of 2010. The conferences and the New York Yankees agreed to a four year agreement. In the bowl game, the Big East will send its third or fourth selection, while the Big 12 will send their 7th selection. If the Big 12 does not have enough bowl eligible teams, Notre Dame has agreed to play in the game.
Tuesday September 29th, 2009
Wyoming coach has surgery to remove kidney stones.
Wyoming coach Dave Christensen underwent surgery on Tuesday to remove a kidney stone. Christensen will not travel with the team when they head to Florida Atlantic this weekend. Christensen, who is in his first year as the head coach at Wyoming went to the hospital Tuesday after not feeling well.
Tuesday September 29th, 2009
Clausen does not expect to be 100 percent.
Notre Dame quarterback Jimmy Clausen does not expect to be 100 percent when he takes the field Saturday against Washington. Coach Weis has stated he does not expect Clausen to be 100% for any future game in 2009. Clausen has been battling an injury to his right big toe. Clausen played with the injury on Saturday against Purdue, throwing for 171 yards and a touchdown.
Wednesday September 23rd, 2009
Irish’ Clausen may miss action with turf toe.
Notre Dame quarterback Jimmy Clausen is questionable for Saturday’s game against Purdue. If Clausen does play, it will be with an injured right big toe. Clausen will also be without his top receiver, who has caught 27.5 yards per catch and more than a touchdown per game. Clausen will hope to play with a shoe insert that will help him deal with the injury. Michael Floyd, the receiver will miss time due to a broken left collarbone.
Wednesday September 23rd, 2009
Penn State LB may miss action.
Penn State Nittany Lions Sean Lee hopes to return for Saturday’s game with Iowa. The team and the standout linebacker is unsure on his status. The left knee of Lee felt a little better early in the week, but team doctors are looking for near 100% before return. Lee missed the entire 2008 season with a right knee injury.
Wednesday September 23rd, 2009
Purdue guard Reckman suspended for Notre Dame game.
The Big Ten suspended Purdue’s Zach Reckman for Saturday’s game with Notre Dame. Reckman put a late hit on a Northern Illinois player towards the end of the loss on Saturday. Reckman dropped a right forearm on NIU’s Sean Progar. Purdue head coach Danny Hope said in a statement that Reckman made a mistake, but the team would have to live with the Big Ten’s decision.
Tuesday September 22nd, 2009
Injuries mount as Hawkeyes prepare for Penn State.
The Iowa Hawkeyes are preparing for the Big Ten leader Penn State Nittany Lions on Saturday. A year after upsetting the Nittany Lions at home in 2008, the Hawkeyes will have to play as well, or better in 2009 to repeat that. Head coach Kirk Frentz is now trying to figure out who will be playing for his Hawkeyes come Saturday. First, Jewel Hampton went down with a season ending knee injury, then Bryan Bulaga came down with an illness, and most recently wide receiver Derrell Johnson-Koulianos and tight end Tony Moeaki went down with leg injuries. Hampton will not play Saturday, while the rest of the players’ status are unknown for Saturday.
Tuesday September 22nd, 2009
Akron suspends quarterback and coach.
Akron quarterback Chris Jacquemain has been removed from the team for the remainder of the 2009 season. The Zips quarterback violated team policy and missed the game against Indiana. Jacquemain apologized in a statement for his actions. The quarterback will remain on scholarship and remain in school. Akron also suspended assistant football coach Reno Ferri and will be suspended pending an internal review by the NCAA compliance committee.
Wednesday September 16th, 2009
USC quarterback Barkley could sit out Sunday’s game.
heralded freshman quarterback Matt Barkley may sit out of USC’s tilt with Washington on Saturday. Barkley was unable to throw in practice on Wednesday due to a bone bruise in his right shoulder. Barkley played hurt in the second half of the Trojans 18-15 win over Ohio State on Saturday. Despite being hurt, Barkley still led USC to late touchdown that went 86 yards. Sophomore Aaron Corp has been working with the first string offense in practices this week. Corp and Barkley battled for the position through the entire spring and summer with Barkley edging him out.
Wednesday September 16th, 2009
Nebraska running back leaves program.
Nebraska head coach Bo Pelini has announced that red shirt freshman Collins Okafor has left the football program. Pelini states Okafor did not leave for disciplinary reasons. Okafor, who is 6’1, 225lbs was expected to be able to play this fall for the Cornhuskers. This is the second Nebraska running back to leave the program this season. Quentin Castille was dismisses from the team in August for violating team rules.
Tuesday September 15th, 2009
Fighting Irish look to snap six game losing streak to Michigan State.
Charlie Weis and the Notre Dame Fighting Irish are looking to snap a six game losing streak to Michigan State on Saturday. The Irish are coming off a defeat at the hands of the Michigan Wolverines last Saturday, and the Spartans are reeling after their upset loss to Central Michigan. The Irish have had some sickness going around their football team, but it appears Armando Allen, their running back is 100%, while wide receiver Michael Floyd is ready to go. Some say this is the biggest game of Weis’ Fighting Irish tenure.
Tuesday September 15th, 2009
Georgia Tech/Miami set to tangle in Atlantic Coast Conference tilt.
The Yellow Jackets of Georgia Tech and the Hurricanes of Miami will square off on Thursday evening in a key Atlantic Coast Conference affair. The Yellow Jackets are coming off a win over Clemson, while the Hurricanes have the win over Florida State under their belts. Georgia Tech has won the last four meetings between the two teams.
Monday September 14th, 2009
Tebow, Gators not worried about Vols’ trash talk.
Tim Tebow and the Florida Gators are not phased by the trash talk of the new Tennessee coach Lane Kiffin. Kiffin exclaimed his team would be signing “Rocky Top” after beating the Gators this season. Along with those comments Kiffin has made comments regarding Tebow and also his head coach Urban Meyer. Tebow insists he is not focused on the talk but is preparing for a repeat of the 2008 national champions.
Tuesday September 8th, 2009
Brigham Young jumps 11 spots in the Associated Press poll.
The Brigham Young Cougars made an 11 team jump in the Associated Press poll released on Tuesday. BYU pulled the biggest upset of the first week of the season by knocking off Oklahoma 14-13 in Norman. The Cougars moved up from their initial position at # 20, to # 9. Florida continued to hold the top spot, followed by Texas, and USC.
Tuesday September 8th, 2009
Florida Wide Receiver out for the season.
Florida Wide Receiver Andre DeBose will have season ending surgery to repair a torn hamstring. Urban Meyer touted DeBose as the prized recruit coming into the season. The 5’11, 185 speed demon was expected to replace Percy Harvin. Doctors initially thought the injury was just a pulled muscle, but later tests revealed a partial tear.
Tuesday September 8th, 2009
Washington State cancels 2011 Hawaii Game.
Washington State has elected to cancel a 2011 game at Hawaii. The Cougars will pay a $300,000 fine for canceling the game. Washington State claims uncertain changes in the Pac-10 schedule has caused the cancellation. Michigan State did the same thing in 2007 and were forced to pat $250,000.
Monday September 7th, 2009
Cincinnati blasts Rutgers to kick-off Big East season.
The Cincinnati Bearcats picked up right where they left off in 2008, when they reached their first ever BCS bowl game. The Bearcats jumped out to a 31-7 lead at halftime over Rutgers, and continued the beating in the second half, out scoring the Scarlet Knights 16-8. Tony Pike lead Cincinnati with 362 passing yards and three touchdowns.
Monday September 7th, 2009
Mississippi runs over Memphis in season opener.
The Ole Miss Rebels made easy work of the Memphis Tigers on Monday evening. Ole Miss got off to a 17-7 halftime lead, only to outscore Memphis 28-7 in the fourth quarter and walk away with a 45-14 win. The Rebels gained 349 total yards on offense, and forced Memphis to turn the ball over three times in the win.
Sunday August 2nd, 2009
Trojans look to continue at the top of the Pac-10.
As much as the Pac-Ten conference will be changed in 2009, one thing has remained the same - the USC Trojans are the team to beat in 2009. At the conference’s annual media day, the entire cast of coaches opposing the Trojans discussed USC as the “team to beat”. USC has won seven straight Pac-Ten titles and also competed in a BCS bowl game all seven years. The Trojans have also finished in the fop four of the AP poll seven straight years. USC will come into the season with an untested quarterback - most likely Aaron Corp, and will also sport new starters in their defense.
Sunday August 2nd, 2009
Hawaii head coach McMackin suspended 30 days.
Hawaii’s head football coach Greg McMackin was suspended 30 days without pay, and has offered to take a 7 percent pay cut from his salary after making derogatory remarks regarding a Notre Dame chant during last year’s Hawaii Bowl. In total McMackin will lose close to $169,000 from this years salary. Hawaii’s athletic director Jim Donovan has stated that McMackin will remain with the team on a voluntary basis for the 30 days, and has recognized the slur was a huge mistake. McMackin, in his second season at Hawaii used a slur that targeted gays to describe the chant.
Sunday August 2nd, 2009
Conference USA and the Hawaii Bowl agree to deal through 2013.
Conference USA has agreed to play in the Hawaii Bowl through the 2013 season. This years game will take play on December 24th, 2009 and will feature a Conference USA team against a Western Athletic Conference opponent. The last time a Conference USA team played in the Hawaii Bowl was 2007 when East Carolina beat Boise State. Last year Notre Dame beat Hawaii 49-21in the game.
Saturday August 1st, 2009
Terry Bowden back into coaching.
Terry Bowden, the former head coach at Auburn has emerged back into NCAA coaching. Bowden is preparing for his first season as the head coach at Division II North Alabama. Bowden, who won his first 20 games as a head football coach left Auburn 11 seasons ago abruptly. Bowden has been a radio host, and an ABC studio analyst the past several seasons.
Saturday August 1st, 2009
Pacific hires Buckley as new head coach.
Keith Buckley, a former University of California-Davis assistant has been hired as the new football coach at Pacific University. Pacific has not fielded a NCAA football team since 1991, but are expected to start back up in 2010. Buckley spent four seasons at UC Davis, which he also played at. Buckley has also coached at Humboldt State and Idaho.
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