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Ingram will 'most definitely' be ready

Associated Press

Mark Ingram said his bruised hip is fine and he will "most definitely" be ready for the Southeastern Conference championship game against No. 1 Florida.

Story | Conversation | November 30, 2009

Longhorns need resounding victory to prove national-title mettle

Tim Griffin, Big 12

Texas approaches the Big 12 championship game with its first 12-0 regular-season record in history and momentum from a strong sprint through the Big 1...

Blog | November 30, 2009

Next hire critical for Louisville's future

Brian Bennett, Big East

...at best -- would also help. Not even Urban Meyer could turn this team into a Big East contender in 2010. Of the most frequently mentioned candidates, Florida defensive coordinator Charlie Strong and Houston coach Kevin...

Blog | November 30, 2009

Big Ten aides could be in mix at Akron

Adam Rittenberg, Big Ten

...again could be candidates. The Sporting News mentioned Wisconsin offensive coordinator Paul Chryst and Fickell as possible contenders for the Akron job. Chryst was a leading candidate to succeed Joe Tiller at Purdue, and he...

Blog | November 30, 2009

Texas, Nebraska top Big 12 weekly rankings

Tim Griffin, Big 12

...will be to stay away from mistakes and play with the confidence that befits their national title contender status. 2. Nebraska: It's no surprise the Cornhuskers are playing for the Big 12 title. But...

Blog | November 30, 2009

BCS contenders hunker down

Associated Press

After a weekend when all the national championship contenders stayed undefeated, the BCS standings were unchanged.

Story | Conversation | November 29, 2009

Rivalry Week breathes new life into this season

ESPN.com

Thank Goodness For Rivalry Week By Ivan Maisel, ESPN.com In case anyone needed a reminder, this is why rivalries are the foundation of college footbal...

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Questionable calls set stage for Missouri's wild victory

Tim Griffin, Big 12

...then marched for the game-winning field. Missouri finishes 8-4 and will be a prime bowl contender after ending the season with four victories in their final five games. And it puts a capper...

Blog | November 28, 2009

Virginia Tech controls rivalry

Heather Dinich, ACC

...season and scored four rushing touchdowns for the second straight game. He should be a 2010 Heisman contender

Blog | November 28, 2009

Just not good enough

Jon Greenberg, ESPNChicago.com

Charlie Weis is paying the price for failing to deliver for Notre Dame.

Story | Conversation | November 28, 2009

Bama's iron will on display in comeback

Ivan Maisel, ESPN.com

With its national title aspirations on the line against its archrival, Alabama climbed back from its biggest deficit this season and found a way to win.

Story | Conversation | November 27, 2009

ACC mailblog

Heather Dinich, ACC

Thanks for all of the happy Thanksgiving notes in the mailbag this week. Back at ya ... Leon in Virginia writes: Hi heather, i think that your goin...

Blog | November 27, 2009

McCoy, Longhorns get best of Johnson, Aggies in Texas shootout

Associated Press

Colt McCoy threw four touchdown passes and No. 3 Texas overcame a huge game by Texas A&M quarterback Jerrod Johnson to wrap up an undefeated regular season with a 49-39 win over the Aggies on Thursday night.

Recap | Box Score | Conversation | November 26, 2009

DJ Gallo's Varsity Tailgate, Week 13

DJ Gallo, Page 2

DJ Gallo gets you ready for a great Thanksgiving weekend of college football with the Varsity Tailgate.

Story | Conversation | November 25, 2009

Coach doesn't pay attention to rumors

Associated Press

Cincinnati coach Brian Kelly is so accustomed to having his name mentioned in speculation about other jobs that he doesn't pay much attention to what he calls the "silly season" of rumors.

Story | Conversation | November 24, 2009