College Football

Pompous Alumni of Notre Dame

Thursday, April 01, 2004  - CommentaryTo those of us who hate Notre Dame, there are many reasons. Among them is the hype, the "tradition," and particularly the fans who not only never went to the university, but most of whom can't spell the school's name correctly, much less have any chance of having the grades/intelligence to attend the institution. But the number [read more...]

Leading By Example

Sometimes life doesn't go according to plan. Things happen. We have great dreams when we're young, but many times are faced with unfortunate circumstances that get in our way, slow us down or completely blind us to our youthful vision. And yet, when those dreams and aspirations meet roadblocks along the way and don't become reality, too often we blame [read more...]

The Third Moses of Northwestern Football

Ethically, I need to begin this article with a disclaimer: I was raised and remain a tortured, bruised and battered purple supporter. I have been going to Northwestern football home games since 1993, and will support the Cats through wins and losses. As a writer though, I have a responsibility to be objective. Please excuse me if I falter in [read more...]

Rushing Illini

What is the point when a school goes from 'nice story' to 'serious title contender'? Is it when they sign their first blue chip prospect? How about when a player on the roster starts showing up on several different Heisman Trophy watch lists? Or could it be when the team knocks off a top-five opponent?If those three questions are the [read more...]

Notre Dame Losing Its Luster

DVERTISEMENT Touchdown Jesus, we know, does not preach compassion. The Notre Dame football program, outside of NBC, garners a similarly fading respect. Tyrone Willingham is a victim of both. Tuesday, the football program dumped a widely respected coach, perhaps gracefully making him one of the two most sought after coaches in America. If the other is Urban Meyer of undefeated Utah, the [read more...]

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