0 comments by Bart D on 7/7/2016
So … what’re you doing in 7 years? If you think that sounds preposterous to have to answer, you’re probably in the camp that finds it preposterous when “news breaks” about college football titans scheduling games years in advance. The ensuing five minutes of buzz wears off when you realize that you’ll be gray with bad […]
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Yesterday, we talked about players to watch in the AAC. Today, we’ll predict which team(s) will be the most pleasant surprise in 2016. Q: Which team will surprise in the American Athletic Conference this fall? Joe Dexter On Twitter
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Baylor Bears 2015 Record: 10-3 overall, 5-3 in the Big 12 (beat North Carolina 49-38 in the Russell Athletic Bowl 1 Burning Question: What will Baylor’s Team Look Like Under Jim Grobe? After the dismissal of Art Briles, the biggest question for Baylor fans was, “what can we expect from the Bears under Jim Grobe?” […]
0 comments by TSS Staff on 7/6/2016
Now that we’ve reviewed the Sun Belt, the MAC, the Mountain West, and Conference USA, it’s time to take a look at the last Group of Five Conference: the AAC. This week, we’ll provide a list of players to watch, surprise teams, and of course, who will win the league. Q: Who is the player to watch in the American […]
MIAMI, FL – DECEMBER 21: Quinton Flowers #9 of the South Florida Bulls warms up during the 2015 Miami Beach Bowl against the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers at Marlins Park on December 21, 2015 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)
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South Florida Bulls 2015 Record: 8-5 overall, 6-2 American Athletic (Lost 45-35 to Western Kentucky in Miami Beach Bowl) 1 Burning Question: Can Willie Taggart and USF become a true contender after going 14-23 the last three seasons? If the transformation doesn’t happen this season, then it never will at USF for the former Western Kentucky quarterback and coach. […]
0 comments by Bart D on 7/5/2016
No, you’re not about to read a basketball article. Kevin Ollie won’t be mentioned other than on this line. This is not a drill. It is intentional. If you’ve forgotten about UConn football since their Fiesta Bowl appearance in 2011, you can probably be forgiven. There’s been a steady stream of down turn since Randy […]
TOLEDO, OH – NOVEMBER 27: Wide receiver Corey Davis #84 of the Western Michigan Broncos makes a catch during the second quarter against the Toledo Rockets at Glass Bowl on November 27, 2015 in Toledo, Ohio. Western Michigan Broncos defeated Toledo Rockets 35-30. (Photo by Andrew Weber/Getty Images)
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Western Michigan Broncos 2015 record: 8-5 overall, 6-2 MAC (defeated Middle Tennessee 45-31 in the Bahamas Bowl) 1 Burning Question: How Far can Western Michigan Row the Boat? You might wonder how a team that went 8-5 (and 6-2 in the MAC) in each of the last two seasons gets all the way up to […]
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Now that we’ve talked about players to watch and surprise teams in the Mountain West Conference it’s time to answer the all-important question: which team will win the conference championship? Question: Which team will win the Mountain West Conference? Kevin Causey On Twitter
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Kansas State Wildcats 2015 Record: 6-7 overall (lost 45-23 to Arkansas in the Liberty Bowl) 1 Burning Question: Can a star quarterback emerge from the crowded field, because they’ll need one to? You grow accustomed to Kansas State under Bill Snyder easily defying expectations with mid-level recruits, junior college transfers, and a keen ability to get everything out […]
0 comments by TSS Staff on 6/30/2016
Yesterday, we talked about players to watch in the Mountain West Conference. Today, we’ll tell you which teams will surprise this fall. Q: Who is the player to watch in the Mountain West Conference? Kevin Causey On Twitter
LOS ANGELES, CA – SEPTEMBER 05: Warren Wand #6 of the Arkansas State Red Wolves carries the ball as he gets a block from Daniel Keith #77 on Delvon Simmons #52 of the USC Trojans during the second quarter at Los Angeles Coliseum on September 5, 2015 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)
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Arkansas State Red Wolves 2015 Record: 9-4 overall, 8-o in the Sun Belt (lost to Louisiana Tech in the New Orleans Bowl) 1 Burning Question: Will The Red Wolves Repeat As Sun Belt Champions? Make no mistake about it: Arkansas State football is the gold standard for excellence in the Sun Belt. The Red Wolves […]
Minnesota fans drink beer during an NCAA college football game against New Hampshire, Saturday, Sept. 8, 2012, in Minneapolis. The game was the first where fans could purchase beer at TCF Stadium. Minnesota won 44-7. (AP Photo/Tom Olmscheid)
0 comments by Bart D on 6/29/2016
College football and booze have been a staple of college campuses since college football and booze co-existed. Up until a few years ago, though, they always diverged when the actual ball was kicked off. Now, over 40 college football stadiums will at least sell beer going into the 2016 season, and the marriage is a fruitful […]
TAMPA, FL – APRIL 08: Head coach Pat Summitt of the Tennessee Lady Volunteers celebrates cutting down the net after their 64-48 win against the Stanford Cardinal during the National Championsip Game of the 2008 NCAA Women’s Final Four at St. Pete Times Forum April 8, 2008 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Doug Benc/Getty Images)
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On Dec. 20, 1995, Doug Bruno, the head coach of DePaul women’s basketball for 30 seasons, aimed to defeat the Tennessee Volunteers for the first time in program history. Although the Blue Demons lost 76-68, following the game, Bruno inhaled heartbreaking news, miles beyond a “L” in the box score. “[Athletic director] Jeanie [Lenti Ponsetto] […]
BOISE, ID – OCTOBER 24: Running back Brian Hill #8 of the Wyoming Cowboys runs past the outstretched arm of linebacker Leighton Vander Esch #38 of the Boise State Broncos during second half action on October 24, 2015 at Albertsons Stadium in Boise, Idaho. Boise State won the game 34-14. (Photo by Loren Orr/Getty Images)
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Thus far, we’ve taken a look at the Sun Belt, the MAC, and Conference USA. This week, we will break down the Mountain West Conference. Q: Who is the player to watch in the Mountain West Conference? Terry Johnson: On Twitter
CHAMPAIGN, IL – DECEMBER 30: Kendrick Nunn #25 of the Illinois Fighting Illini brings the ball up court during the game against the Michigan Wolverines at State Farm Center on December 30, 2015 in Champaign, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty Images)
0 comments by Eli Hershkovich on 6/28/2016
If a 10-year-old girl teases her 5-year-old brother, he might counter with physical contact, resulting in a soft, harmless slap. Following a stern rebuke from his mother or father, little Timmy starts to cry. The goal of his parents then shifts towards putting a smile back on their son’s face, as if the incident never […]
