Big Ten recruiting nuggets
Adam Rittenberg, Big Ten...a few items from ESPN's Scouts Inc. Penn State chasing SEC schools for DT Defensive tackle Michael Thornton (Stone Mountain, Ga./Stephenson) made an official visit to Penn State the weekend of Nov. 7...
Blog | December 23, 2009Nine MSU players charged with assault
Adam Rittenberg, Big Ten...J. Cunningham, defensive end Jamiihr Williams, wide receiver Mark Dell, running back Ashton Leggett, offensive tackle J'Michael Deane and cornerback Chris L. Rucker. The investigation is ongoing, and more charges could be filed. Deane...
Blog | December 09, 2009Clark and Graham both win Silver Football
Adam Rittenberg, Big Ten...for the award. Clark becomes the first Penn State player to win the award since his mentor Michael Robinson in 2005. Graham is the seventh defensive player to claim the Silver Football and the first...
Blog | December 09, 2009Big Ten mailblog
Adam Rittenberg, Big TenBrent from State College, Pa., writes: Adam, how are home and away distinctions made for bowl games? I noticed that Wisconsin is the only "home" desig...
Blog | December 08, 2009Silver Football finalists: Clark, Clay, Graham
Adam Rittenberg, Big Ten...Shonn Greene 2007: Illinois RB Rashard Mendenhall 2006: Ohio State QB Troy Smith 2005: Penn State QB Michael Robinson 2004: Michigan WR Braylon Edwards 2003: Michigan RB Chris Perry 2002: Iowa QB Brad Banks 2001...
Blog | December 04, 2009Big Ten mailblog
Adam Rittenberg, Big TenAsk away. Jim from Chicago writes: Adam.. Love the blog! Am I the only person who is surprised that Pat Fitzgerald's name is even not mentioned for...
Blog | December 01, 2009Heyward makes mark as OSU takes lead
Adam Rittenberg, Big Ten...defensive lineman Cameron Heyward is already making a major impact in this one. He dropped Michigan's Michael Shaw for a loss on the Wolverines' first play, and then knocked the ball free from Tate...
Blog | November 21, 2009Thumbs up-thumbs down: Week 11
Adam Rittenberg, Big TenThumbs up, Purdue WR Keith Smith -- Smith had a career-high 15 receptions for 152 yards and a score against Michigan State, showing again why he's one...
Blog | November 16, 2009Big Ten lunch links
Adam Rittenberg, Big Ten...Champaign) News-Gazette Wisconsin has put a disappointing 2008 season to bed with its rebound this fall, Michael Hunt writes in the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Michigan State can clinch a warm bowl with a victory...
Blog | November 16, 2009Halftime thoughts around the Big Ten
Adam Rittenberg, Big Ten...pick-six in the second quarter. Minnesota's defense responded with a touchdown of its own, as Michael Carter forced a fumble that was recovered in the end zone. South Dakota State's offense doesn...
Blog | November 14, 2009Blogger breakdown: Charlie Weis and Rich Rodriguez
Adam Rittenberg, Big Ten...at this point. The Irish have legitimate stars in quarterback Jimmy Clausen and receivers Golden Tate and Michael Floyd, an experienced offensive line and seasoned upperclassmen all over the roster. But this program continues to...
Blog | November 13, 2009Big Ten lunch links
Adam Rittenberg, Big Ten...the Chicago Sun-Times. Wisconsin should take no pity on Michigan and pound the Wolverines this weekend, Michael Hunt writes in the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Minnesota athletic director Joel Maturi is disappointed with the lack...
Blog | November 11, 2009Big Ten mailblog
Adam Rittenberg, Big TenPosted by ESPN.com's Adam Rittenberg John from Gilbert, Ariz., writes: Adam, at this point in the season who are your top picks for freshman who ha...
Blog | November 10, 2009Minnesota's Carter to play despite arrest
Adam Rittenberg, Big TenPosted by ESPN.com's Adam Rittenberg Minnesota freshman cornerback Michael Carter will be allowed to play against Illinois despite being arrested and jailed early Monday. Carter remains...
Blog | November 03, 2009Minnesota's Carter arrested, status unclear
Adam Rittenberg, Big TenPosted by ESPN.com's Adam Rittenberg Minnesota freshman cornerback Michael Carter was arrested and jailed early Monday after being charged with alcohol consumption by a minor and...
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