Decker's production, toughness spurs Gophers

...Minnesota head coach Tim Brewster could easily gush about Decker's receiving statistics. The junior leads the nation in receiving yards (696) and ranks second in receptions (50) on a much-improved Golden Gophers...

Lipscomb shining in Shepard's shadow

Although Hasan Lipscomb was displaced by Hurricane Katrina, he hasn't forgotten where he's from, writes Christopher Lawlor.

Unique essence of college football evident in Class of 2008

More 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.

...Mendenhall #5 of the Illinois Fighting Illini carries the ball during an NCAA game against the Minnesota Golden Gophers at the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome November 3, 2007 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Tom Dahlin...

National signing day live blog

Scouts Inc. follows all the happenings on national signing day 2008.

Early NFL Draft entries affecting decisions

With early playing time a huge factor for deciding prospects, NFL Draft early entry has made some waves, writes Billy Tucker in the week in review.

Big Ten shows it still has some playmakers

The Big Ten showed it still has some dynamic playmakers, while the LSU defense is thriving without a consistent presence from Tyson Jackson, writes Mel Kiper.

Story | Conversation | October 01, 2007

Irish can expect whiteout conditions at Beaver Stadium

From Penn State's whiteout conditions versus Notre Dame to Iowa's fast start to Michigan's misery, the Big Ten is covered here.

Story | Conversation | September 05, 2007

Team preview: Minnesota

Tim Brewster hopes to find consistency at quarterback and wide receiver in his first year at Minnesota.

Story | Conversation | June 28, 2007

Breaking down the Big Ten

Take a look at what Big Ten questions were answered this spring and what problems linger heading into the fall.

ESPN Radio Daily: 3/22

Tubby Smith is on his way from Kentucky to Minnesota -- Dan Patrick, Doug Gottlieb and Andy Katz react. Plus, new Texans QB Matt Schaub

Moving Day

Today is moving day for Tubby Smith, Matt Schaub, Steve Alford and Jonathan Papelbon.

Audio PodCast | March 22, 2007

Dungy denies interest in vacant Minnesota job

Colts coach Tony Dungy has no plans for returning to college, even if he gets a call from his alma mater, Minnesota.

Minnesota: No. 24 football state

Minnesota ranks No. 24 on ESPN.com's football list. The state finishes at No. 19 in the pro ranking, No. 28 among colleges and No. 31 in high school football.

A look around the Big Ten

Can Ohio State complete its undefeated season with a national championship? Will Kirk Ferentz continue to call Iowa City home? Our Big Ten notebook addresses those questions and much more.

Story | Conversation | December 05, 2006