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McClain's football smarts off the charts
Ivan Maisel, ESPN.comFor all his physical gifts, Alabama linebacker Rolando McClain is just as impressive with his intellectual game.
Story | Conversation | November 03, 2009Stage set for historic 2009 season
Ivan Maisel, ESPN.comOld blood resides at the top of the polls. Established stars are back for more. If you like seeing college football history being made, then watch the 2009 season.
Story | Conversation | August 09, 2009QB triumvirate share common bond
Ivan Maisel, ESPN.comSam Bradford, Colt McCoy and Tim Tebow would tell you they are lucky to have college football. It turns out the reverse is true, too.
Story | Conversation | August 11, 2009It ain't easy being green
Ivan Maisel, ESPN.comSit down and read our St. Patrick's Day ode to the grass on the other side of the fence. What could be greener than that?
Story | Conversation | March 12, 2009For the love of the game
Ivan Maisel, ESPN.comSpring is in the air. Well, at least spring practice is. So are returning Heisman contenders, pulling guards and SEC passion. What's love got to do with it? Everything.
Story | Conversation | February 25, 2009Book excerpt: Why USC-UCLA is the most overrated rivalry
Ivan Maisel, ESPN.comCheck out an excerpt from Ivan Maisel's new book, "The Maisel Report: College Football's Most Overrated and Underrated Players, Coaches, Teams, & Traditions."
Story | Conversation | August 15, 2008Say goodbye to the huddle -- speed is key
Ivan Maisel, ESPN.comThe huddle is facing its demise thanks to the up-tempo offenses that litter college football, writes Ivan Maisel.
Story | Conversation | August 08, 2008The players and coaches that transcend the game
Ivan Maisel, ESPN.comFour players and four coaches have defied the ravages of time, writes Ivan Maisel. Meet the faces of college football.
Story | Conversation | June 19, 2008Unique essence of college football evident in Class of 2008
Ivan Maisel, ESPN.comMore recognizable names are among the 15 inductees to the College Football Hall of Fame for 2008, but Pat Fitzgerald and Don McPherson may be more representative of the true nature of the sport. It is the curious burden of the Hall to honor them all.
Story | Conversation | May 01, 2008'Unprecedented' 2007 season comes in like a lion, out like a lamb
Ivan Maisel, ESPN.comThe 2007 regular season defied history and logic. Too bad bowl season couldn't keep up, writes Ivan Maisel.
Story | Conversation | January 14, 2008Boeckman, Flynn bring leadership, not star power to QB position
Ivan Maisel, ESPN.comThe national championship didn't go through the Heisman race this year. But that's OK with Todd Boeckman and Matt Flynn, who've waited for four years for their chance to lead their teams.
Story | Conversation | January 05, 2008Close-knit Buckeyes tighter than star-filled 2006 team
Ivan Maisel, ESPN.comOhio State has listened to the skepticism and scorn for a year. But this no-name bunch nobody wanted in New Orleans is back in the title game. And that's just the reason that Ohio State may beat LSU.
Story | Conversation | January 05, 2008Heisman candidates could make history -- and change minds
Ivan Maisel, ESPN.comThe term "system quarterback" has been used for nearly two decades to dismiss the gaudy numbers put up by those running shotgun, run-and-gun and spread offenses. But if a QB walks away with the Heisman on Saturday night, he might bring a little respect to the term.
Story | Conversation | December 07, 2007Brennan to juggle double football major in '07
Ivan Maisel, ESPN.comLifting Hawaii to a WAC title might be Colt Brennan's major this season, but the quarterback also is preparing for an advanced degree.
Story | Conversation | August 19, 2007Pittman happy with grabbing yards, not headlines
Ivan Maisel, ESPN.comOhio State running back Antonio Pittman doesn't get many headlines. But he does get the attention of opposing defenses, writes Ivan Maisel.
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