Bigger isn't better for Big Ten
Jeff MacGregor, ESPN.comBig Ten expansion is a mistake. It would dilute traditions, and mirrors the failed assumption that bigger is better in today's America, Jeff MacGregor writes.
Story | Conversation | December 18, 2009The 2010 rise of the Pac-10
Bruce FeldmanHere is this week's mailbag and our first batch of bowl picks. A little reminder: Last year, I had a shockingly fortunate run picking bowl games; this...
Blog Entry | Conversation | December 18, 2009
The guys just off the Big Board
Mel Kiper, ESPN.ComOn Dec. 17, 2009, Mel Kiper checks in with a look at guys not ranked 1-25 on his current Big Board. Some names: Mardy Gilyard, Ed Dickson, Ricky Sapp, Terrence Cody and more. What does Kiper think of these gents? Come on in.
Story | Conversation | December 17, 2009
Should ND have gone or stayed home?
Bruce FeldmanLast week, I rolled out a new concept for Thursdays called "The Argument." (Refresher: Here's the first one, about how to truly define the Heisman tro...
Blog Entry | Conversation | December 17, 2009
Heisman 2010: Quizz, Ingram, Kellen
Bruce FeldmanSince the 2009 Heisman race is over, why not jump the gun and take a peek at the top candidates for next year's stiff-arm trophy? Obviously, this i...
Blog Entry | Conversation | December 16, 2009
Mel Kiper's top 5 seniors by position
Mel Kiper Jr., ESPN.comMel Kiper ranks seniors at every position -- QB, OLB, OT, P, etc. -- on December 16, 2009, three days before 2009-2010 Bowl Mania commences.
Story | Conversation | December 16, 2009
Blue Ribbon: Pittsburgh
Blue Ribbon YearbookBlue Ribbon Bowl Preview: Pittsburgh
Story | Conversation | December 15, 2009
The five most important NFL draft decisions
Bruce FeldmanJake Locker announced Monday that he will return for his senior season instead of entering the NFL draft. As an immediate result, we had a big domino ...
Blog Entry | Conversation | December 15, 2009
On Mark Ingram, Bud Foster and FSU recruiting
Bruce FeldmanThis was the first weekend since early September without a full slate of college football games. My thoughts on what transpired: • Congrats t...
Blog Entry | Conversation | December 14, 2009
Pittsburgh 71, Kent St. 59
Associated PressPittsburgh 71, Kent St. 59
Recap | Box Score | Conversation | December 12, 2009Grant's 27 points, Monroe's double-double help Penn St. stun Pitt
Associated PressTyra Grant had 27 points and Meredith Monroe added 14 points and 13 rebounds to lead Penn State to a 77-73 victory over Pittsburgh.
Recap | Box Score | Conversation | December 12, 2009On Kelly, Suh, Bowden, The U and Charlie Strong
Bruce FeldmanOn the day Brian Kelly takes over in South Bend officially, let's open up the mailbag. From Vince in Chicago: I saw you Tweet that you like the Bri...
Blog Entry | Conversation | December 11, 2009
Heisman: "Most valuable" or "Most outstanding?"
Bruce FeldmanWith bowl season upon us, we're going to trot out some new elements in the blog. (Can't do normal Thursday picks with only Army vs. Navy out there for...
Blog Entry | Conversation | December 10, 2009
Kiper: What happens at the workout
Mel Kiper, ESPN.comMel Kiper takes an early assessment of the guys that could glide through the workout process with few worries, and others who should be concerned about what scouts might learn.
Story | Conversation | December 09, 2009
Pittsburgh Panthers season recap
Brian Bennett, Big EastThe view on Pittsburgh has changed drastically since Thanksgiving. On Turkey Day, the Panthers stood at 9-1, were ranked in...
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