Posted by Tyler Donohue on January-18-2017 Add Comments

National Signing Day 2017: Predictions for the Top 10 Uncommitted Recruits

National signing day is now just two weeks away, presenting a pivotal final stretch for prospects who remain uncommitted. Months and, in many cases, years of campus visits and consistent communication with collegiate coaching staffs have helped plenty of these players narrow down contenders. High school seniors have opportunities to utilize official visits through the final weekend of January, allowing undecided recruits to gain more intimate impressions of programs alongside family prior to the Feb. 1 ...
Posted by Barrett Sallee on January-18-2017 Add Comments

Should Clemson’s Dabo Swinney Go to Alabama When Nick Saban Retires?

The prince beat the king earlier this month when Dabo Swinney's Clemson Tigers knocked off Alabama and Nick Saban, 35-31, at the last second in a national title game for the ages in Tampa. Now it's only a matter of time until the discussion heats up regarding when that prince takes the throne. Swinney, a former Crimson Tide walk-on from Pelham, Alabama, who won a national title as a wide receiver for Gene Stallings in 1992, made ...
Posted by Scott Polacek on January-17-2017 Add Comments

Ole Miss SG Rasheed Brooks Collapses on Court vs. Tennessee

Ole Miss Rebels guard Rasheed Brooks collapsed on the court during Tuesday's game against the Tennessee Volunteers, per Antonio Morales of the Clarion-Ledger. The team announced Brooks had suffered a seizure. Morales noted that a stretcher was brought out immediately. On Thursday, Ole Miss head coach Andy Kennedy told ESPN.com's Andy Katz that Brooks has been released from the hospital after undergoing numerous tests. Jim Lohmar of SB Nation's Red Cup Rebellion said the incident occurred during a timeout in the ...
Posted by Joe Pantorno on January-17-2017 Add Comments

Oregon Suspends Strength and Conditioning Coach After 3 Players Hospitalized

The University of Oregon football program suspended strength and conditioning coach Irele Oderinde without pay for one month after three players were hospitalized while participating in offseason workouts, Jen Beyrle of The Oregonian reported on Tuesday. Oregon's new head coach, Willie Taggart, also released a statement, via John Canzano of KGW News: Beyrle added that Jim Radcliffe will be the program's interim strength and conditioning coach while Oderinde serves his suspension. Upon his return, Oderinde will also report to Oregon's director of performance and ...
Posted by Kerry Miller on January-17-2017 Add Comments

NCAA Tournament 2017: Stock Watch for Bubble Teams at Week 11

Since conference play began in men's college basketball, many teams have moved onto the NCAA tournament bubble—either in a good way or a bad way. TCU is one of the good examples, almost unanimously projected to make the NCAA tournament after an unprecedented 3-2 start in Big 12 play. Conference foe Oklahoma State has gone in the opposite direction, nearly dropping out of the picture altogether after five consecutive Big 12 losses. At this point in the ...
Posted by Scott Polacek on January-17-2017 Add Comments

Parrish Cobb Issued Aggravated Robbery Arrest Warrant, Suspended by Oklahoma

An arrest warrant for University of Oklahoma defensive back Parrish Cobb was issued Tuesday for an aggravated robbery charge, per Kristin Hoppa of the Waco Tribune-Herald.  Hoppa noted there is "a possible connection to a string of armed robberies in Waco and Bellmead within the last two weeks." The Sooners released a statement saying the 19-year-old Cobb was suspended indefinitely, per Ryan Aber of The Oklahoman: "We are aware of the matter, and Mr. Cobb is suspended indefinitely from all ...
Posted by Scott Polacek on January-17-2017 Add Comments

Jake Browning Injury: Updates on Washington QB’s Recovery from Shoulder Surgery

University of Washington quarterback Jake Browning underwent surgery on his right (throwing) shoulder and will have a recovery time of approximately six weeks, per Adam Jude of the Seattle Times. Continue for updates.  Browning Suffered Injury in November Game Tuesday, Jan. 17 Jude noted the setback occurred during Washington's 44-18 win against Arizona State on Nov. 19, but the "exact nature of the injury is unclear." Jude pointed out Washington head coach Chris Petersen doesn't typically discuss injuries on his ...
Posted by Tyler Conway on January-17-2017 Add Comments

Joseph Scates to Michigan State: Spartans Land 4-Star WR Prospect

Michigan State got an early start on building its 2018 class Tuesday, as 4-star wide receiver Joseph Scates announced his intention to become a Spartan: Scates is ranked No. 109 overall and No. 18 among receivers in the 2018 class by Scout. He's the best receiver in the state of Ohio and the Midwest region. As a junior, the dynamic playmaker recorded 30 receptions for 688 yards and 14 touchdowns, according to MaxPreps. He also added 126 ...
Posted by Joe Pantorno on January-17-2017 Add Comments

Xavier Williams to Alabama: Crimson Tide Land 4-Star WR Prospect

Class of 2018 4-star wide receiver prospect Xavier Williams announced on Tuesday that he has committed to the University of Alabama: According to Scout's recruit rankings, the Florida native is the No. 1 wide receiver in his home state and the No. 5 pass-catcher in the country. In terms of every class of 2018 recruit in the nation, Williams is ranked 42nd.  The 6'0", 180-pound receiver doesn't possess a ton of strength, but he makes up for it ...
Posted by Scott Polacek on January-17-2017 Add Comments

Northern Michigan Offensive Lineman Anthony Herbert Dies at Age 20

Northern Michigan offensive lineman Anthony Herbert died at the age of 20 on Tuesday following a morning workout, per Justin P. Hicks of MLive. Hicks cited a university spokesperson who said emergency crews could not resuscitate Herbert. Hicks noted Herbert had returned to his room following the workout and breakfast when EMTs were then called for his medical emergency. University President Fritz Erickson released a statement, per Hicks: "What caused his passing is unknown at this time, and ...