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Michigan State Yanks Football Scholarship From Recruit For Being a Potty Mouth Rapper

Wes Glinsmann — Sat, 18 May 2013 12:10:35 +0000

A promising football star has had his scholarship offer revoked, leaving him plenty of time to pursue his true calling as a rapper.

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7-Year-Old Football Star Battling Brain Cancer Meets President Obama

Drew Weisholtz — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 17:05:14 +0000

First, Jack Hoffman ran to the end zone. Then, he kept on going until he got to the White House.

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New York Giants Draft Pick Justin Pugh Has the Best Reaction Ever to Getting Selected

Drew Weisholtz — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 16:15:10 +0000

The first day of the NFL Draft is usually filled with smooth-looking stars who keep their cool when their names are announced.

Not Justin Pugh.

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Jon Bon Jovi's Son, Jesse Bongiovi, May Walk on to Notre Dame's Football Team

Joe Student — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 12:30:30 +0000

In a development that's sure to launch a million bad 'Livin' On A Prayer' puns from members of the sports media, Jesse Bongiovi, the son of rock star Jon Bon Jovi, intends to walk on to the footba

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The College Football Playoff Will Be Called the College Football Playoff

Joe Student — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 20:30:45 +0000

In the most glaring example of a lack of marketing creativity and out of obvious desire for a paid name sponsor, the new four-team college football playoff system that is replacing the Bowl Championship Series will be called the

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NFL Prospect Alec Ogletree Charged With DUI In Arizona

Joe Student — Sun, 17 Feb 2013 20:06:03 +0000

Projected first-round NFL draft pick Alec Ogletree of Georgia was charged with DUI in Arizona last weekend, his agent said. One of the best inside-linebacker prospects in the 2013 NFL Draft pool, Ogletree was expected to be taken in

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Star Recruit Alex Collins' Mom Reportedly Ran Off With His Letter of Intent

Wes Glinsmann — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 16:43:38 +0000

National Signing Day is always full of surprises, but nothing bigger than star running back Alex Collins failing to show up for his signing ceremony because his mom ran off with his letter of intent.

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How Ole Miss Football Became a Threat to the SEC Powerhouses in Just One Day

Phil Richardson — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 14:22:35 +0000

The motto for Ole Miss since Hugh Freeze took the coaching helm last year has been “Win the Day.” On National Signing Day, Ole Miss did just that.

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NFLPA Collegiate Bowl: Beyond the Game

Amanda Rykoff — Thu, 24 Jan 2013 17:00:02 +0000

Ohio State senior defensive back Orhian Johnson is no stranger to the spotlight. As a three-year player on defense and special teams for the perennially ranked Buckeyes, the 6’3”, 211-pound Johnson has the tools and raw talent to be a contributor for an NFL team

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University of Oregon Ducks Tap Offensive Coordinator Mark Helfrich as New Head Coach

Tony Wright — Mon, 21 Jan 2013 17:31:01 +0000

In a move that surprised no one, the University of Oregon has tapped Duck's offensive coordinator Mark Helfrich as the new head coach, replacing Chip Kelly who took the same position with the NFL's Philadelphia Eagles.

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Watch this College Football Player Casually Complete a 65" Box Jump

Chris Illuminati — Tue, 08 Jan 2013 13:37:52 +0000

For some people, athleticism looks boring. Take Dan Sullivan for example, a 6'2, 235 pound linebacker from Monmouth University in New Jersey. He makes this 65" box jump look like he was skipping over a puddle and onto a curb as to not ruin his brand new kicks.

Hones

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Everything You Need to Know for the BCS National Championship

Wes Glinsmann — Mon, 07 Jan 2013 20:03:57 +0000

Led by the toughest defenses anywhere, two of the most storied programs in college football history face off with the national championship on the line.

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Buffalo Bills To Hire Doug Marrone As New Coach

Jeff Monaski — Sun, 06 Jan 2013 19:19:44 +0000

Several media sources are reporting that the Buffalo Bills have agreed to terms with coach Doug Marrone.

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This Weekend in Sports: NFL Playoffs and the Cotton Bowl

Joe Student — Fri, 04 Jan 2013 12:20:25 +0000

The NFL playoffs start, and the college bowl season nears its close. Here's what to watch this weekend:

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Sugar Bowl: Louisville vs. Florida — Everything You Need to Know

Wes Glinsmann — Wed, 02 Jan 2013 17:06:36 +0000

Star quarterback Teddy Bridgewater leads Louisville into its second-ever BCS bowl game. But he'll be tested by the Florida Gators and one of the nation's toughest defenses.

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Syracuse Orange Suspend Two Players For Upcoming Pinstripe Bowl vs. West Virginia

Jeff Monaski — Wed, 26 Dec 2012 17:39:17 +0000

Syracuse head football coach Doug Marrone has announced that two players will be suspended for this Saturday's Pinstripe Bowl at Yankee Stadium vs. West Virginia.

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Syracuse Orange Headed Back To Pinstripe Bowl, Will Face West Virginia

Jeff Monaski — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 01:26:36 +0000

The Syracuse Orange are making a return trip to Yankee Stadium for another appearance in college football's Pinstripe Bowl, where they'll face West Virginia.

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Colgate To Face Wagner In FCS Playoffs

Jim Rondenelli — Sun, 18 Nov 2012 19:32:17 +0000

Hamilton, NY (WIBX) - The Colgate Raiders meet Wagner in the opening round of the 2012 NCAA Division I Football Championship playoffs on Saturday.

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Syracuse Orange Rally In The Fourth To Upend Missouri, Become Bowl Eligible

Jeff Monaski — Sun, 18 Nov 2012 05:10:45 +0000

Ryan Nassib hit Alec Lemon for a game-winning 17-yard TD connection with 20 seconds to play, leading Syracuse to a 31-27 come from behind road win over Missouri on Saturday night.

The victory moves the Orange to 6-5 (4-2 Big East) meaning 'Cuse is now bowl eligible

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College Football 2012 — Week 11 Preview

Wes Glinsmann — Thu, 08 Nov 2012 16:07:41 +0000

We’re getting down to crunch time in the college football season. Several top teams are trying to wrap up their respective divisions or keep their title hopes alive while others are just struggling to hold on to bowl eligibility. There are several interesting games this week: only three matchups between ranked teams, but 11 ranked teams have tough road trips.

Here is what to watch for this week in college football:

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