tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-68678269875583855302011-11-27T16:33:46.490-08:00College Football InsidersAll Access Footballhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02720066878463171289noreply@blogger.comBlogger15371100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-87520895134199557522011-08-02T11:22:00.000-07:002011-08-02T11:31:10.404-07:00COMING SOON - College Football Insiders 2012We will provide information on how to subscribe to the College Football Insiders newsletter for the 2012 season shortly.If you have any questions please contact founder Daniel Mogollon: dan@collegefootballinsiders.com.College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-78386054722996641662010-01-21T13:10:00.000-08:002010-01-21T13:37:50.247-08:00Pitt's Romeus Is Not In A RushQuarterbacks and offensive linemen all around the Big East were collectively disappointed to find out that defensive end Greg Romeus will be returning for his senior season with the Pittsburgh Panthers. The Big East’s Co-Defensive Player of the Year received a third round draft grade from the NFL Advisory Committee, which he understands is a conservative projection. “I knew it could be higher College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-8486699455955181572010-01-21T11:35:00.000-08:002010-01-21T13:03:38.870-08:00NFL Draft Bible Mock Draft 1.0NFL Draft Bible scouting guru Justin Van Fulpen and talent evaluator Mike Bozarth set the table with the initial first round mock of the 2010 draft season.1. St. Louis Rams (1-15) - QB Jimmy Clausen*, Notre Dame – The latest rumblings have the Rams potentially trading for Mike Vick and then selecting Ndamukong Suh. Until they obtain a quarterback, the Rams need to start from square one, which College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-67934480429023196192010-01-18T06:19:00.000-08:002010-01-18T06:36:29.884-08:00East-West Shrine Game: Players To WatchAs the East-West Shrine Game gets set to kickoff in Orlando, we take a look at five players to watch on each side.East Roster: Western Illinois CB Patrick Stoudamire -- A lot of hype based on big senior campaign and plenty of Internet buzz but can that translate into a late NFL Combine invite... this week's practices will tell the tale. Bowling Green WR Freddie Barnes -- Led the nation in College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-73988995285074443362010-01-16T10:41:00.000-08:002010-01-16T10:57:17.233-08:00Radio: Draft Digest - 1.17.09Join NFL Draft Bible President Daniel Mogollon, Executive Editor Ralph Mancini and draft guru Justin VanFulpen as we talk...what else...NFL Draft. From the All-Star games, the NFL Scouting Combine and school pro days, every week we will bring you players to watch and the latest news from the leading authority on the NFL Draft.When: Sunday January 17Show Time: 10:00 AM EasternLength: 1 HourCall InCollege Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-33482223325970872192010-01-15T15:09:00.000-08:002010-01-15T15:18:58.663-08:00Player Spotlight: Brian BabinIt’s been over 20 years since the last time a Southeastern Louisiana alumnus has played in the NFL.Quarterback Brian Babin is looking to be the man to break that trend as he prepares for his upcoming pro day workout in March. Known as a film-junkie, Babin stands in at 6’5, possesses a rocket arm and has displayed great accuracy throughout his collegiate career. We unleash the beast in this College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-75904489165578636782010-01-15T14:53:00.000-08:002010-01-15T15:08:29.205-08:00Player Spotlight: Joique BellAs winner of the Harlon Hill Trophy this past season, little-known Wayne State running back Joique Bell made a name for himself.He also earned himself a trip to Indianapolis for the NFL Scouting Combine. The DII standout rushed for over 2,000 yards in 2009, to go along with 29 touchdowns. He plans to make sure scouts are very well aware of his talents at the NFL Scouting Combine as shares his College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-35163663130854469512010-01-15T14:27:00.000-08:002010-01-15T14:53:06.212-08:00Player Spotlight: Gerald BaptisteThe NFL Draft Bible takes great pride in bringing you the stars of tomorrow, today. Meet Southern Miss wide receiver Gerald Baptiste. The New Orleans native was named Conference USA Honorable mention after playing a major role in the Golden Eagles' wide spread passing attack. Those who have followed his career have indicated to the NFL Draft Bible that Baptiste is a “coaches dream,” for his College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-29857510935976842010-01-15T08:14:00.000-08:002010-01-15T08:21:16.289-08:00OU's Murray To Return To Norman For 2010Oklahoma junior running DeMarco Murray has decided to hold off on starting his NFL career and return to Norman for his senior season as a Sooner. Oklahoma has already lost quarterback Sam Bradford, defensive tackle Gerald McCoy and cornerback Dominique Franks as early entries for the 2010 NFL Draft."I felt I wasn't done here," Murray told ESPN. "I still had some more things I wanted to get College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-57637929200023887712010-01-14T18:06:00.000-08:002010-01-14T18:15:55.981-08:00Player Spotlight: Dorin DickersonqThe NFL Draft Bible Player Spotlight continues with Pittsburgh playmaking tight end Dorin Dickerson. The former Panther nabbed 10 touchdowns this past season, on his way to being named a John Mackey Award finalist, as well as a third team All-College Football Insiders selection. His performance warranted an invite to the NFL Scouting Combine, where he hopes to improve his draft stock. Join host College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-73420456018125709442010-01-13T13:35:00.000-08:002010-01-13T13:40:19.376-08:00USF's Daniels To Focus Solely On FootballUSF sophomore quarterback B.J. Daniels announced on Wednesday that he will no longer compete for the Bulls basketball team.“This was a tough decision, but one I needed to make in order to lead our football team to a championship,” said Daniels.Daniels announced his decision to his teammates following the team meeting with Tony Dungy on Monday.“I’m just a sophomore, but I feel like it is my College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-39179351656386674622010-01-13T11:21:00.000-08:002010-01-13T11:26:40.212-08:00Player Spotlight: Lucien AntoineThe NFL Draft Bible gets up close and personal with the “Punisher” aka Oklahoma State free safety Lucien Antoine. Originally born in Caicos, this Cowboy journeyed to Haiti before coming to America in 2001. His first passion was basketball until he found out the physical nature of football and the rest is history. Fresh off a worthy performance in the AT&T Cotton Bowl which included an College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-75487119980312303412010-01-13T10:44:00.000-08:002010-01-13T11:15:55.599-08:00College Football Insiders’ All-Decade TeamNew York, NY—College Football Insiders releases its All Decade Team, spanning the years 2000-2009. Eleven players on offense, 11 on defense and four on special teams are honored as first team and second team selections. An additional 33 players received honorable mention honors. The first team unit covers 19 teams from six different conferences. There were four teams with multiple players on College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-37239061895093225552010-01-13T10:01:00.000-08:002010-01-13T10:39:48.471-08:00All-College Football Insiders TeamNew York, NY—College Football Insiders releases its First Annual All-College Football Insiders teams. Eleven players on offense, 11 on defense and four on special teams are honored as first team, second team and third team selections. An additional 125 players received honorable mention honors—50 on offense, 50 on defense and 25 on special teams. In total, 77 players were selected on the firstCollege Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-52576035112514159442010-01-13T09:28:00.000-08:002010-01-13T10:14:10.717-08:00College Football Insiders’ All-BCS Buster TeamNew York, NY—College Football Insiders releases its first annual All-BCS Buster Team comprised of the five non-BCS Bowl Championship Subdivision conferences—Conference USA, MAC, Mountain West, Sun Belt and WAC. Twelve players on offense, 11 on defense and four on special teams are honored as first team selections. An additional 25 players received honorable mention honors—10 on offense, 10 on College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-33638709340169679122010-01-13T08:20:00.000-08:002010-01-13T08:28:48.973-08:00Q&A: Dace Richardson, IowaIn our never-ending search to bring you information about the players you need to know, the NFL Draft Bible goes one-on-one with Iowa offensive lineman Dace Richardson, fresh off the Hawkeyes' Orange Bowl victory. The Big Ten All-Conference selection played three different positions this past year, displaying the type of versatility that has NFL scouts buzzing…What are your official height and College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-13796039918759027222010-01-12T17:35:00.000-08:002010-01-12T17:43:48.967-08:00Draft Journal Entry #2: Martin TevaseuMartin Tevaseu describes what it’s like to prepare for the 2010 NFL Draft. Dear Journal:My time in California has concluded as I am now back in Las Vegas to continue taking classes and working towards my degree, and of course, to prepare for my Pro Timing Day. Before I left California, my agent scheduled a meeting with my Performance Specialist/Sports Psychology Consultant, Will Lenzner. Mr. College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-56712993664948063712010-01-12T17:21:00.000-08:002010-01-12T17:25:28.530-08:00Dan Enos Named Central Michigan Football CoachMOUNT PLEASANT, Mich. - Central Michigan Director of Athletics Dave Heeke has named Dan Enos as the university’s head football coach.“We needed a person who will have a vision for a program that centers on the full development of student-athletes: academically, athletically and socially,” Heeke said. “We needed a person with a clear vision and understanding of how to further develop our College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-73365992216951056142010-01-10T20:44:00.000-08:002010-01-10T21:05:11.563-08:00More Jackets To Leave The Hive?Three days after Georgia Tech junior wide receiver Demaryius Thomas declared for the NFL Draft, Yellow Jackets Morgan Burnett, Jonathan Dwyer and Derrick Morgan will meet with the media. At 1:00 on Monday, the University will make trio of juniors available to the media. It would not be a surprise if all three followed the lead of Thomas and give up their final year of eligibility for the chanceCollege Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-61139526642654627662010-01-08T08:08:00.001-08:002010-01-08T08:24:49.082-08:00BCS Postgame CentralGet all the postgame quotes from the BCS Championship game, including both head coaches, as well as the offensive and defensive MVPs.Alabama Crimson Tide:Nick Saban talks about winning his second BCS Championship and more.Click Here To Read Q&AMark Ingram speaks after winning Offensive MVP.Click Here To Read Q&AMarcell Dareus speaks after winning Offensive MVP.Click Here To Read Q&ATexas College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-69022569244441457722010-01-08T07:41:00.000-08:002010-01-08T07:55:07.563-08:00Q&A: Marcell Dareus PostgameAlabama sophomore defensive end Marcell Dareus, a rising star and a key cog to Nick Saban's 3-4 defense, spoke to the media following Alabama's victory in the BCS Championship. He made the pivotal play of the game when he returned an interception 28 yards for a touchdown to give the Crimson Tide a 24-6 lead heading into halftime earning him defensive MVP honors. I just wondered if you could College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-15523389464580506592010-01-08T07:22:00.000-08:002010-01-08T07:38:41.307-08:00Q&A: Mark Ingram PostgameHeisman Trophy winner Mark Ingram was selected as the BCS Championship’s Offensive MVP after his 116-yard, two-touchdown performance. He spoke with the media following the game.Could you just talk about the emotions of accomplishing what you set out to accomplish? You win the National Championship, it's a perfect season, your names are engrained in at least the minds of National Championship College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-21964514632298355122010-01-08T06:36:00.000-08:002010-01-08T07:07:12.786-08:00Q&A: Jordan Shipley PostgameTexas Longhorns star wide receiver Jordan Shipley spoke with the media following the BCS Championship game. In his final game as a Longhorn, the senior caught 10 passes for 122 yards and two touchdowns.What was going through your mind when Colt McCoy got hurt?Well, I think all of us were definitely concerned when Colt went out. But I think the good thing is that Coach Davis spent so much time College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-88265800382468397312010-01-04T06:53:00.000-08:002010-01-04T07:38:47.753-08:00Draft Watch: Fiesta BowlHere are the following players to keep your eye for the 2010 NFL Draft in the FIESTA BOWL.TCU Horned Frogs:DE Jerry Hughes (#98) – Hughes lacks the ideal size for a defensive end, so some believe he may end up as an outside linebacker in a 3-4 defense. But when it is all said and done I think he will be a 4-3 defensive end in a Tampa Bay Two type defense. Right now has a 2nd round grade.LB Daryl College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-42141105211288663332010-01-03T14:14:00.000-08:002010-01-03T14:18:27.591-08:00UFA's Joe Haden DeclaresJunior cornerback Joe Haden is the first of many Gators who are contemplating making the jump the NFL to make it official. The Fort Washington, Maryland native announced earlier today that he will enter 2010 NFL Draft.Haden became the first true freshman cornerback to start the season opener at Florida and has started all 40 games in his stellar career. After a somewhat rocky inagural campaign,College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-23812572218808973582010-01-03T13:21:00.000-08:002010-01-03T13:48:24.724-08:00PapaJohns.com Bowl NotesFor the second consecutive year in a row, Steve Spurrier and his Gamecocks saved their worst for the bowl season, as South Carolina couldn’t muster any rhythm on offense in the team’s 20-7 loss to Connecticut. * Mamma Mia…Stephen Garcia! The Gamecock signal caller’s stat line (16/38 129 yards, 0 Td/1 Int.) did him too much justice in that he actually played worse than his numbers indicate. While College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-12205252569123128212010-01-03T09:27:00.000-08:002010-01-03T09:39:38.785-08:00On Location: 2010 AT&T Cotton BowlBy BO MARCHIONTE The University of Mississippi Rebels accomplished something only four other teams have managed to do in 74 years of Cotton Bowl play and that’s win back-to-back bowl games by defeating Oklahoma State 21-7. Coach Houston Nutt commented on it immediately in the post game press conference saying, “It’s hard to win back-to-back bowls. It’s very difficult.”A game that was plagued College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-22843145557521678002010-01-02T17:03:00.000-08:002010-01-02T17:08:28.035-08:00Jahvid Best Discusses Decision To Turn ProBy Ralph Mancini In a Saturday teleconference call, University of California standout Jahvid Best described the process he went through in making the final decision to enter the upcoming 2010 NFL Draft.While the running back consulted with head coach Jeff Tedford and former teammate Justin Forsett (now a member of the Seattle Seahawks) on the pros and cons of leaving college as a junior, it College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-87811920710608917092010-01-02T16:53:00.000-08:002010-01-02T16:57:59.557-08:00TCU's Hughes and Washington Headed to Senior BowlTCU defensive standouts Jerry Hughes and Daryl Washington have accepted invitations to the 2010 Under Armour Senior Bowl in Mobile, Ala.The game will be played Jan. 30 at 3 p.m. (CST) in Ladd-Peebles Stadium and be televised live on the NFL Network.Jerry and Daryl are two very big reasons why the Horned Frogs lead the country in total defense, Senior Bowl President and CEO Steve Hale said. They College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-21559183185091141662010-01-01T14:56:00.001-08:002010-01-01T21:32:13.738-08:00Draft Watch: Sugar BowlHere are the following players to keep your eye for the 2010 NFL Draft in the SUGAR BOWL.Cincinnati Bearcats:QB Tony Pike - Pike is a pocket passer, who needs to get stronger, but could end up being a starting quarterback in the NFL. Right now he has a 2nd round grade.WR Mardy Gilyard – Gilyard is a physical big play receiver who lacks great straight line speed, but seems to make plays whenever College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-70471865340852607322010-01-01T13:20:00.000-08:002010-01-01T13:41:57.951-08:00Rose Bowl: Draft WatchHere are the following players to keep your eye for the 2010 NFL Draft in the ROSE BOWL.Oregon Ducks:TE Ed Dickson - Dickson is a big receiving tight end at 6'5" and 243 pounds. The Duck has good hands and is a talented overall athlete. He needs to working on his blocking ability to become more of a complete tight end, but he possesses the potential to do that as he matures. He has a 2nd round College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-91873187167577487742010-01-01T09:41:00.000-08:002010-01-01T10:16:00.168-08:00Capital Bowl: NFL Draft WatchHere are the following players to keep your eye for the 2010 NFL Draft in the CAPITAL ONE BOWL.LSU Tigers:WR Brandon LaFell – LaFell is a tall wide receiver who is a good overall athlete and runs crisp routes. The question is, can he be a number one wide receiver in the NFL? Right now he has a late 1st round grade.WR Terrance Toliver (JR) – Toliver is a junior, but there has been talk about him College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-7819377719662931412010-01-01T09:07:00.000-08:002010-01-01T09:37:57.207-08:00Gator Bowl: NFL Draft WatchHere are the following players to keep your eye for the 2010 NFL Draft in the GATOR BOWL.Florida State Seminoles:LB Dekoda Watson – Watson is a athletic outside linebacker who has shown the ability to make plays in both the running game, as well as covering tight ends and running backs alike. He is a weakside linebacker in a 4-3 defense and right now has a 3rd round grade.CB Patrick Robinson – College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-29808087342742385632009-12-28T20:52:00.000-08:002009-12-28T21:10:36.204-08:00Next Level Scouting NCAA All-Decade TeamThe Next Level Scouting NCAA All-Decade Team for the 2000's.QB Vince Young, TexasRB Adrian Peterson, OklahomaRB Reggie Bush, USCFB Mike Karney, Arizona StateWR Larry Fitzgerald, PittsburghWR Calvin Johnson, Georgia TechWR Michael Crabtree, Texas TechTE Kellen Winslow, Jr., MiamiOL Dominic Raiola, NebraskaOL Shawn Andrews, ArkansasOL Jake Long, MichiganOL Bryant McKinnie, MiamiOL Joe Thomas, College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-34057502194780553142009-12-28T19:37:00.000-08:002009-12-28T20:10:24.207-08:00Meineke Car Care Bowl – Pittsburgh 19, UNC 17* Run Baby, Run: As he has all season long, freshman tailback Dion Lewis carried the load for the Pittsburgh offense. The Albany (New York) native turned in his 10th 100-yard game of the season and eighth in a row. His season-low 79 yards came on September 19th against Navy, which was also the only game he failed to average over four-yards per carry (3.4 versus the Midshipmen). Lewis’ 159-yardCollege Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-38993814829642364222009-12-27T08:13:00.000-08:002009-12-27T08:27:37.917-08:00Music City Bowl: Prospect WatchBy Justin Van Fulpen Here are the following players to keep your eye for the 2010 NFL Draft in the MUSIC CITY BOWL.Clemson Tigers:RB C.J. Spiller – Spiller is all around offensive threat; running, receiving and returning. That versatility should make him a high 1st round pick.WR Jacoby Ford – A small, quick receiver who should do very good working the slot in the NFL. Ford could go as high College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-69935439121149491712009-12-26T16:12:00.000-08:002009-12-26T16:28:09.152-08:00Breaking News: Meyer To Step DownAccording to ESPN, Florida's Urban Meyer is stepping down as the school's head football coach. Meyer is in his fifth season as the Gators' head man, with a record of 56-10 during that span. He has led Florida to a pair of BCS and SEC Championships as well.In a release, this is what Meyer had to say about his decision:“I have ignored my health for years, but recent developments have forced me toCollege Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-86285440241972649562009-12-26T09:46:00.000-08:002009-12-26T10:01:42.139-08:00Emerald Bowl: Prospect WatchBy Justin Van Fulpen Here are the following players to keep your eye for the 2010 NFL Draft in the EMERALD BOWL.Boston College:C Matt Tennant – One of the better all around centers in college football, Tennant has a chance to be the first center drafted in the 2010 NFL Draft and should be picked in the 2nd or 3rd round.LB Mike McLaughlin – McLaughlin has decent size and athleticism, but many College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-79802782594672932022009-12-26T09:30:00.000-08:002009-12-26T09:45:53.322-08:00Meineke Car Care Bowl: Prospect WatchBy Justin Van Fulpen Here are the following players to keep your eye for the 2010 NFL Draft in the MEINEKE CAR CARE BOWL.Pittsburgh:QB Bill Stull – Stull has really come on this season and has opened a few eyes in the NFL, but most scout just think he is more of just a guy than a prospect, but he should get a look as a free-agent.TE Nate Byham – Byham has shown that he can both be a blocker College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-13508127462291769642009-12-24T15:01:00.000-08:002009-12-26T10:02:27.326-08:00CFI Recap: Poinsettia Bowl – Utah 37, California 27The bowl juggernaut that is Utah football could not be stopped, not by an early 14-0 deficit, not by a true freshman quarterback and certainly not by Pac-10 foe California. The Utes have now won nine straight bowl games, which matches USC’s streak from 1923-45. They are two away from Florida State’s all-time streak of 11, which they achieved from 1985-96.* Just Wynn Baby: Utah’s true freshman College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-40895193703398707632009-12-23T13:01:00.000-08:002009-12-23T23:03:38.126-08:00CFI Recap: Las Vegas Bowl – BYU 44, Oregon State 20On the first series of the second half, down 23-7, Oregon State called a fake punt. Their two previous punts into the wind traveled a total of 12 yards, so why not? Punter Johnny Hekker connected with Lance Mitchell, who had room to run and pick up the first down. However, the safety slipped as he turned to run. Had he converted, the play would have been called back on illegal shift anyway; College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-17101041005671050902009-12-23T06:18:00.000-08:002009-12-23T06:54:10.117-08:00Poinsettia Bowl: NFL Draft Prospect WatchBy Justin Van Fulpen Here are the following players to keep your eye for the 2010 NFL Draft in the Poinsettia Bowl.Utah Utes:OT Zane Beadles – Beadles has played left tackle since his sophomore season after moving from guard and has only missed one game due to injury. He is a good overall athlete who just needs to get stronger at the point of attack. Right now he looks like a 4th round pick. College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-18961254625155979122009-12-22T06:33:00.000-08:002009-12-22T06:59:35.486-08:00MAACO Bowl Prospect WatchBy Justin Van Fulpen Here are the following players to keep your eye for the 2010 NFL Draft in the MAACO Bowl.Oregon State Beavers:QB Sean Canfield – Canfield has really turned it on this season with a great performance in his first full year of starting exclusively. He is a pocket passer who can move around, but won't beat you with his feet. The southpaw has improved his draft stock this College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-17299668458623415122009-12-21T16:35:00.000-08:002009-12-21T17:16:19.447-08:00Games Notes: St. Petersburg BowlRutgers closed out the 2009 campaign with their ninth win of the season. It was their fifth straight bowl appearance and fourth consecutive bowl win under Head Coach Greg Schiano—the best five-year run in the school’s history. If this performance is any indication, with standout freshmen like quarterback Tom Savage and wide receiver Mohamed Sanu, the best may be yet to come for the New Jersey College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-15928546446743269212009-12-21T06:17:00.000-08:002009-12-23T09:31:26.982-08:00Game Notes: New Mexico BowlThe Wyoming Cowboys upset the Fresno State Bulldogs 35-28 in the New Mexico Bowl led by freshman quarterback Austyn Carta-Samuels. Fresno tailback Ryan Mathews had his moments, both good and bad, while Wyoming showed more defensive talent than we thought going in. We break down Mathews, Carta-Samuels and more in our New Mexico Bowl game notes.* Player of the Game: QB Austyn Carta-Samuels, College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-60809481063919648552009-12-18T20:20:00.000-08:002009-12-18T20:26:37.850-08:00One On One: HOFer Patrick Swilling, Georgia TechTalk about the honor of being with this class.As a young kid, when you play high school and college football you’re thankful for the opportunity to even play. You never think you’ll be sitting here in New York City being inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame, where I think there have only been 15-1,600 players in the history of football to be inducted. For me and my family and GeorgiaCollege Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-38792847130588673972009-12-18T14:08:00.000-08:002009-12-18T14:15:43.527-08:00College Football Insiders Newsletter 3.14Click Here to Download.What's Inside:* Inside the Nation: Gimmie Some D! Time for Heisman Voters to think Defense...* Between the Hashes: The 75th Heisman Trophy* On Location: Tim Tebow Wins the William V. Campbell Trophy & Touchdown Toby a Close Second (Heisman)* One On One Former Georgia Tech Defensive End and College Football HOF Inductee Pat Swilling* Player Spotlight on Offensive Guard College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-25351750827743793822009-12-18T12:31:00.000-08:002009-12-18T12:35:05.282-08:00HOF Spotlight: Pat Swilling, Georgia TechThe Georgia Tech legend spoke to CFI Founder at the 2009 HOF Induction at the Waldorf-Astoria in New York City. Pay Swilling gave some interesting insight on the transition from defensive end to outside linebacker, as well as his thoughts on the state of the NFL (TOO SOFT!!). He also talked about being inducted to the HOF, his Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets winning the ACC, Jacket's defensive end College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-13643741634026471802009-12-17T13:13:00.000-08:002009-12-17T13:23:40.483-08:00Inaugural OhioCollegeFootball.Com Senior Bowl Set For April 2010COLUMBUS, Ohio - GameDay Management, Inc (GDM), in conjunction with OhioCollegeFootball.com, will host the Inaugural Senior Bowl featuring Ohio's top college football players, with the first game slated to be played Saturday, April 17, 2010, in Columbus, Ohio at Marv Moorehead Stadium. The OhioCollegeFootball.Com Bowl will consist of the top players from the NCAA College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-84200187004469236392009-12-17T13:07:00.000-08:002009-12-17T13:12:02.708-08:00Decision Time: Dezmon Briscoe, KansasWhy Dezmon Briscoe made the right decision to turn pro and enter the 2010 NFL Draft.1. Program in transition: New head coach Turner Gill has big shoes to fill. Say what you want about Mark Mangino being an insensitive brute; the man completely turned around a program in ruins. In fact, since coming to Kansas in 2002, the big man engineered a high-flying and prolific offense, which led throngs of College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-45429405022146703532009-12-15T11:05:00.000-08:002009-12-15T11:14:14.824-08:00Heisman On Location: Tebow Takes It In StrideDuring the Heisman Trophy ceremony, not only was Florida’s Tim Tebow candid about not expecting to go home with the big prize, but he was also genuinely proud of Mark Ingram’s tremendous accomplishment. “We hung out a lot, me and Mark, and I was really proud of him…I offered some words of encouragement beforehand. He was a little bit nervous; he was doing a little bit of his pre-game [routine], College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-81265520134924951632009-12-11T10:45:00.000-08:002009-12-11T11:13:34.143-08:00Fan's Weekend Guide - Week 15College Football Insiders previews the Week 15.Division I-FCS Semifinal: William & Mary (11-2) @ Villanova (12-1)December 11 * ESPN2 * 8:00 PM It’s a rematch of the October 3rd battle in which Villanova came out on top 28-17 despite William & Mary out-gaining them 472-283 in terms of yards. The Indians have arrived at this point led by their defense. They rank fifth in the country in sacks and College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-34655583653883272562009-12-11T10:30:00.000-08:002009-12-11T10:41:14.135-08:00Heisman BallotThis week’s Heisman Ballot is our determination of the most outstanding players in college football. Outside Looking In: Golden Tate, Colt McCoy, C.J. Spiller3. Mark Ingram, Running Back, Alabama Crimson TideLast Week: 28 rushes for 113 yards and three touchdowns; 2 receptions for 76 yards in a 32-13 victory over Florida.Analysis: Ingram led the way for Alabama as the Crimson Tide physically College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-69349637596014420522009-12-11T08:50:00.000-08:002009-12-11T08:54:38.607-08:00Georgia¹s Drew Butler Wins Ray Guy Award As Nation¹s Top PunterORLANDO, Fla. - University of Georgia All-American Drew Butler has been named the winner of the 2009 Ray Guy Award, which is presented annually to college football’s top punter by the Greater Augusta Sports Council. Butler, a 6-2, 203-pound sophomore native of Duluth, Ga., received the award Thursday during The Home Depot ESPNU College Football Awards Show televised live on ESPN. “I didn’t play aCollege Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-55904498240758038672009-12-11T05:37:00.000-08:002009-12-11T08:49:34.366-08:00Eric Berry Named Jim Thorpe Award WinnerLAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. - Tennessee defensive back Eric Berry was named winner of the 2009 Jim Thorpe Award during the Home Depot ESPNU College Football Awards Show Thursday night at the Walt Disney World Resourt. The announcement was made by Chickasaw Nation Governor Bill Anoatubby. The official presentation will take place at a banquet February 8, 2010, in Oklahoma City. As a College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-17694829221852400042009-12-10T17:54:00.000-08:002009-12-10T17:57:24.116-08:00Nebraska's Suh Wins 2009 Outland TrophyLAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (FWAA) - Nebraska defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh was named the 64th winner of the Outland Trophy on Thursday night, marking the ninth time a player from Nebraska has won the award.The winner of the Outland Trophy, which goes to the best interior linemen on offense or defense in college football, was announced during The Home Depot ESPNU College Football Awards Show from TheCollege Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-32543908106310301032009-12-10T17:43:00.000-08:002009-12-10T18:04:45.311-08:00Q&A With Tim Tebow In NYCBy Mark ZavodnyikTim Tebow was awarded the William V. Campbell Trophy Tuesday night in New York. The trophy is sponsored by the National Football Foundation and presented annually to the “individual as the absolute best in the country for his academic success, football performance and exemplary community leadership.” Prior to the award ceremony and dinner, Tebow spoke with the media on a wide College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-613595937671979752009-12-10T17:26:00.000-08:002009-12-10T17:38:20.999-08:00On Location: Scholar Athlete ZaVious RobbinsBy Mark J. ZavodnyikHardin-Simmons University wide receiver ZaVious Robbins has accomplished a lot, both on the football field and in the classroom. The Mesquite, Texas native was in New York on Tuesday after being named a National-Scholar-Athlete and a finalist for the William V. Campbell Trophy, presented annually to “individual as the absolute best in the country for his academic success, College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-83507362299622619142009-12-10T17:10:00.000-08:002009-12-10T17:24:39.788-08:00Aaron Hernandez Wins John Mackey AwardHernandez becomes the second junior to ever win the prestigious outstanding tight end award.Manhasset, N.Y. (December 10, 2009) - The Nassau County Sports Commission has announced Aaron Hernandez of Florida as the 2009 John Mackey Award recipient. The Southeastern conference junior recorded 59 receptions for 739 yards and four touchdowns while leading Florida to the 2009 Allstate Sugar Bowl. College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-32432576700426322512009-12-10T16:23:00.000-08:002009-12-10T16:26:28.927-08:00Colt McCoy named 2009 O'Brien WinnerFORT WORTH, Texas (Dec. 10, 2009) - The Davey O'Brien Foundation added another member to its elite group of quarterbacks today when they named Colt McCoy as the 2009 Davey O'Brien National Quarterback Award Winner. McCoy was selected as a Finalist for The O'Brien along with Houston's Case Keenum and Florida's Tim Tebow. Troy Aikman, the 1988 O'Brien Winner, presented the award during The Home College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-47782372263158211002009-12-10T16:10:00.000-08:002009-12-10T16:13:55.579-08:00Akron Names Rob Ianello Head CoachAKRON – Rob Ianello, former assistant coach and interim head coach at Notre Dame, was named The University of Akron’s 26th head football coach – but just the sixth since 1960, UA president Dr. Luis Proenza and athletics director Tom Wistrcill announced Thursday afternoon at the Towpath Credit Union Press Level at InfoCision Stadium – Summa Field. “We are extremely excited to name Rob Ianello as College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-78026175760080869932009-12-10T16:02:00.000-08:002009-12-10T16:07:52.076-08:00Ndamukong Suh Wins The 2009 Rotary Lombardi AwardHouston, Texas - The Rotary Club of Houston has announced that Ndamukong Suh, a defensive tackle from the University of Nebraska, is the winner of the 2009 Rotary Lombardi Award. Since 1970, the Rotary Lombardi Award has been presented annually to the nation's top college football lineman (offense or defense) who, in addition to outstanding performance and ability, best exemplifies the disciplineCollege Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-20888825657216721862009-12-10T15:58:00.000-08:002009-12-10T16:00:45.740-08:00Statement from University of Tennessee Regarding NCAA ReviewKNOXVILLE -- The University of Tennessee confirms that there is an NCAA review under way. University Administration and Athletics are cooperating fully. We are concerned about the alleged activities of some members of the Orange Pride. Both university and NCAA guidelines are a part of the Orange Pride’s orientation and training. If those guidelines were violated, we will take appropriate action. College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-72936328124583061312009-12-10T15:47:00.000-08:002009-12-10T15:55:50.835-08:00SEC Football Individual Awards AnnouncedTebow, McClain, Arenas, Norman, Black and Saban given league’s top honorsBIRMINGHAM, Ala. - Florida quarterback Tim Tebow, Alabama linebacker Rolando McClain and Alabama return specialist Javier Arenas were voted as the Southeastern Conference’s top offensive player, top defensive player and top special teams player, respectively, in a vote of the league’s coaches, it was announced on College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-84063216045564266642009-12-10T15:29:00.000-08:002009-12-10T15:37:15.251-08:00TCU's Hughes Wins Ted Hendricks AwardTCU's Jerry Hughes has been selected as the winner of the 2009 Ted Hendricks Award, recognizing him as the nation's top defensive end.Hughes was informed of the honor via a Tuesday night phone call from Hendricks, a College Football and Pro Football Hall of Fame member. The Ted Hendricks Award will be presented to Hughes on March 21 at the Doral Golf Resort in Miami, Fla.A two-time All-American, College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-31719557381369408452009-12-10T15:12:00.000-08:002009-12-10T15:24:32.165-08:00Tim Tebow Wins 2009 William V. Campbell TrophyThe prolific Gators' quarterback now adds the nation's premier scholar-athlete award to his resume, as Florida becomes the first school in history to boast three Campbell Trophy winners.NEW YORK, December 8, 2009 - University of Florida quarterback Tim Tebow, arguably one of the most decorated players in college football history, became the 20th recipient of the William V. Campbell Trophy, College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-22631703321939938322009-12-10T15:06:00.000-08:002009-12-10T15:10:57.297-08:00Rolando McClain Named Butkus Award WinnerTuscaloosa, Ala. (December 8, 2009) – The 25th annual Butkus Award® honoring the nation’s top collegiate linebacker was presented today to Rolando McClain from the University of Alabama. Pro Football Hall of Fame legend and the Award’s namesake Dick Butkus, and his son Matt, surprised McClain during a campus visit today. McClain, a 6’4” 258 lb. junior from Decatur, Ala., received 66 total pointsCollege Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-39499825417384834382009-12-10T15:01:00.000-08:002009-12-10T15:02:24.362-08:002009 Orange Bowl HOF: Ward, Zorich & DavisMiami, FL (www.orangebowl.org) - The Orange Bowl Hall of Fame will induct three new members this year for their impact on the history of the FedEx Orange Bowl. College Football Hall of Famers Jeff Davis of Clemson, Charlie Ward of Florida State and Chris Zorich of Notre Dame will all be joining the Orange Bowl Committee as they are recognized during the AvMed Coaches Luncheon on January 4, 2010 College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-42454203320249978642009-12-10T14:47:00.000-08:002009-12-10T14:52:11.808-08:00Nebraska's Suh Wins 2009 Bronko Nagurski TrophyCHARLOTTE, N.C. (FWAA) - Nebraska tackle Ndamukong Suh on Monday night claimed the 2009 Bronko Nagurski Trophy, which annually is awarded to the best defensive player in college football.Suh became the 17th winner of the award as voted upon by the Football Writers Association of America (FWAA) and sponsored by the Charlotte Touchdown Club. He's the first Nebraska player to win the award. "This College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-43471587938586661872009-12-07T15:39:00.000-08:002009-12-07T15:45:58.443-08:00Decision Time: Golden Tate, Notre DameBy Mark ZavodnyikWhy Golden Tate made the right decision to turn pro.1. Strike while the iron is hot: Tate has been one of the most exciting players in college football this season. He led the Fighting Irish in receiving with 93 receptions for 1,496 yards and 15 touchdowns, and his average of 124.7 receiving yards per game was third best in the nation. Tate’s productivity has been recognized College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-71530107849508254372009-12-07T15:32:00.000-08:002009-12-07T15:39:26.126-08:00Decision Time: Jimmy Clausen, Notre DameMark ZavodnyikWhy Jimmy Clausen made the right decision to turn pro.1. Unlikely senior year will be more productive: Notre Dame is a program currently in a state of significant transition. If Clausen had chosen to return to Notre Dame next year he would have to learn a new system under a new coach. This would be a stark contrast to the relationship he had with the recently fired Charlie Weis.College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-86210305644623465962009-12-04T16:30:00.000-08:002009-12-04T16:38:56.361-08:00Heisman Ballot: Week 14This Week’s Heisman Ballot is our determination of the five best players in college football. Here is the Heisman Trophy ballot we would submit if the season ended today.1. Toby Gerhart, Running Back, Stanford CardinalLast Game: 29 rushes for 205 yards and three touchdowns; one reception for 33 yards; 1-of-1 passing for 18 yards and one touchdown in a 45-38 victory over Notre Dame.Analysis: College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-38954431589449540922009-12-04T11:29:00.000-08:002009-12-04T16:20:54.634-08:00Bowl ProjectionsBreaking down the bowl schedule and potential match-ups. THE TITLE GAME:1.7.10 - Citi BCS Championship Game (BCS #1 vs. BCS #2) Texas vs. AlabamaTHE BCS BOWLS:1.1.10 - Rose Bowl presented by Citi (BCS/Big Ten Champ If Available vs. BCS/Pac-10 Champ If Available) Ohio State vs. Oregon1.1.10 - Allstate Sugar Bowl (BCS/SEC Champ If Available vs. BCS) Florida vs. TCU1.4.10 - Tostitos Fiesta Bowl (BCSCollege Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-67846972663393879592009-12-03T13:24:00.000-08:002009-12-03T13:35:34.835-08:00College Football Insiders Radio - Week 14The voice of college football is here as CFI Founder Daniel Mogollon brings you coast-to-coast coverage of all the football action from across the nation, every Thursday at 5:00pm ET. 60 min.Special Guests:* Editor Kirk McNair of 'Bama Magazine & 'BamaMag.com* Columnist Kirk Bohls of the Austin-American Statesman* Florida Beat Writer Jeremy Folwer of the Orlando Sentinel* NFL Draft Bible Super College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-24444501460536198322009-11-30T19:19:00.000-08:002009-11-30T19:28:15.915-08:00Weis’ Dismissal A Matter Of Wins & LossesBy Mark J. ZavodnyikWhen Charlie Weis arrived at Notre Dame, he found a program severely lacking in talent, facilities, and direction.The university and its fans expected the team to compete for national championships, but there was no infrastructure in place to accomplish that goal.Under Weis, the talent level at Notre Dame has been significantly upgraded. Weis brought a cache that resonated College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-28061008291447389222009-11-24T12:21:00.000-08:002009-11-24T12:43:37.856-08:00Giants End Losing StreakThe New York Giants won a game they had to win as Eli Manning had a career day at home—something he seldom does. That’s the short version. Manning threw for 384 yards and three touchdowns (two to Kevin Boss) and their young receivers put on a show in front of the home crowd. Mario Manningham, Steve Smith and Hakeem Nicks combined for 15 receptions and 275 yards. That’s a passing attack, and it College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-36147129748499117212009-11-20T16:10:00.000-08:002009-11-20T17:42:33.420-08:00CFI Preview: Connecticut @ Notre DameBy Mark J. ZavodnyikAn era will likely end when Notre Dame hosts Connecticut on Saturday afternoon at Notre Dame Stadium.It is senior day for Notre Dame and Irish fans will cheer on its fourth and fifth year players for the final time in their home stadium. It is also likely the final home game for quarterback Jimmy Clausen. The junior from Westlake Village, CA is one of the nation’s top College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-24485049030999970392009-11-20T16:01:00.000-08:002009-11-20T16:08:06.710-08:00Heisman Ballot: Week 12This Week’s Heisman Ballot is our determination of the five best players in college football. Here is the Heisman Trophy ballot we would submit if the season ended today.1. C.J. Spiller, Running Back, Clemson TigersLast Game: 18 rushes for 97 yards, one touchdown; 3 receptions for 48 yards, one touchdown; 1-of-1 passing, 17 yards, 1 touchdown in a 43-22 victory over NC State.Analysis: Spiller College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-28587265080656882912009-11-19T09:38:00.000-08:002009-11-19T10:29:33.930-08:00Bowl ProjectionsBreaking Down the Bowl Game schedule, and some potential match-ups THE TITLE GAME:1.7.10 - Citi BCS Championship Game (BCS #1 vs. BCS #2) Texas vs. Alabama - A very satisfying Championship: Two coaches with rings and 13-0 squads. What’s not to love? THE BCS BOWLS:1.1.10 - Rose Bowl presented by Citi (BCS/Big Ten Champ If Available vs. BCS/Pac-10 Champ If Available) Ohio State vs. Oregon - College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-20042394149057346822009-11-19T08:29:00.000-08:002009-11-19T09:02:51.940-08:00Draft Watch: Oklahoma State CowboysWe have a Big 12 game tonight on Thursday Night College Football, players to watch for the 2010 NFL Draft are the following.QB Zac Robinson, Oklahoma State - Robinson plays in a spread offense that so much of college football is going to, which makes it hard for NFL personal to really get a true evaluation off what a quarterback can do at the next level. Robinson is a good athlete and can move inCollege Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-48536911118107549292009-11-19T06:41:00.000-08:002009-11-19T07:12:41.104-08:00Big East Power Rankings & Preview Week 12By CHRISTOPHER MOGOLLON - BIG EAST INSIDER1. Cincinnati Bearcats 10-0, (6-0): Last week: Won vs. West Virginia 24-21 - Survive and advance. It wasn’t exactly the most impressive victory, but the Bearcats found away to shake off two early turnovers by running the football successfully, and the defense stepping up when it counted. Big days for sophomore running back Isaiah Pead and Andre Revels. College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-72979291171022486792009-11-19T05:57:00.000-08:002009-11-19T06:16:00.703-08:00BCS Buster: Week 12 PreviewBy KENNY FRANEKGame of the Week - Northern Illinois @ OhioThis game is a big one as far as the MAC standings are concerned. The loser will virtually be ousted from MAC championship contention as both teams sit at 5-1 in conference play. Ohio is in second place behind Temple (6-0) in the East standings and Northern Illinois is behind Central Michigan (6-0) in the West. Ohio must win this game College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-55211918992522648782009-11-13T19:09:00.000-08:002009-11-13T19:19:55.142-08:00Draft Watch: Notre Dame @ Pittsburgh1) Notre Dame Offensive Line vs. Pittsburgh Defensive Ends: Most games are won in the trenches and this one will be no different. How the Fighting Irish offensive line holds up against the explosive unit up front for the Panthers will dictate whether or not the Golden Domers will have a chance at pulling off the upset.Pittsburgh has recorded a whopping 39 sacks this season and most of the College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-25587883587431006072009-11-13T13:00:00.000-08:002009-11-13T13:47:19.546-08:00Draft Watch: Iowa @ Ohio State1) In the Trenches: Iowa’s top two prospects on the offensive side of the ball are their tackles, junior Bryan Bulaga (25 career starts) and senior Kyle Calloway (34 career starts). Bulaga is the crown jewel and could be next in the line of Big Ten top-ten picks at offensive tackle. The conference has produced three in the last three years—Wisconsin’s Joe Thomas (third pick in 2007), Penn State’College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-49781996582421813242009-11-13T12:12:00.000-08:002009-11-13T12:51:15.393-08:002010 NFL Draft: Cornerback Rankings1. Trevard Lindley, Kentucky – In Lindley you have a corner who is one of the most polished cornerbacks in the college game, who has the ability to take away half the field. Not only does he have great speed, and anticipation skills but he also has the size to go with it, standing right around six feet tall. Last season, Lindley was a second team All-American by the Walter Camp Foundation. He College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-30419419950671661132009-11-12T13:30:00.000-08:002009-11-12T13:39:24.155-08:00College Football Insiders Radio - Week 11The voice of college football is here as CFI Founder Daniel Mogollon brings you coast-to-coast coverage of all the football action from across the nation, every Thursday at 5:00pm ET. 60 min.Special Guests:* HC Pat Fitzgerald, Northwestern - Northwestern’s Pat Fitzgerald is one of the best young head coach in the country. He is 25-22 overall and 6-4 this season coming off an impressive 17-10 College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-87094647924339017552009-11-12T13:20:00.000-08:002009-11-12T13:30:45.832-08:00College Football Insiders Newsletter 3.10Inside College Football Insiders 3.10:* Inside the Nation: Welcome to the "House of Spears" & Week 10 Opportunities Lost* Between the Hashes: Roll Tide Roll (Plus Bayou Bengals Bite)* On Location: From the Big House* One On One with Northwestern's Pat Fitzgerald* Player Spotlight on John Clay of Wisconsin* Game of the Week: Iowa @ Ohio State in the Battle for the Big Ten Title* Conference Focus College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-2895533561297122852009-11-12T13:01:00.000-08:002009-11-12T13:10:21.976-08:00CFI Heisman Ballot: Week 11By Mark ZavodnyikThis Week’s Heisman Ballot is our determination of the five best players in college football. Here is the Heisman Trophy ballot we would submit if the season ended today.1. Case Keenum, Quarterback, Houston CougarsLast Game: 40-of-60 passing, 522 yards, and three touchdowns in a 46-45 victory over Tulsa.Analysis: The nation’s leader in completions, yards, and touchdown passes College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-56428530999628350732009-11-12T12:40:00.000-08:002009-11-12T12:58:21.639-08:00CFI Preview: Notre Dame @ PittsburghHeinz Field, Saturday, 8:00PM ET, ABCOverviewCharlie Weis returns to the site of his first college coaching victory when Notre Dame travels to Pittsburgh Saturday night to take on the Panthers at Heinz Field.Much has changed for Notre Dame and Pittsburgh over the past five seasons. Weis and the Fighting Irish got off to a flying start, reaching a BCS game in each of his first two seasons at the College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-46081697175100100202009-11-12T12:25:00.000-08:002009-11-12T12:35:08.901-08:00BCS Buster: Week 11 PreviewGame of the Week - Utah @ TCUThis is a battle for sole possession of first-place in the MWC, with both teams coming off convincing wins. The Frogs have been rolling and getting better every week while the Utes have a freshman quarterback, Jordan Wynn, who is coming off his first career start. That would be just one of several reasons why TCU will win this ball game. If you compare schedules, College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-84654025237583248342009-11-12T11:44:00.000-08:002009-11-12T12:22:46.200-08:00Big East Power Rankings & Preview Week 111. Cincinnati Bearcats 9-0, (5-0): Last week: Won vs. Connecticut 47-45 - The offense gained a whopping of 711 yards without Tony Pike. Marshwan Gilyard continues to make a case for conference player of the year. The senior wide receiver grabbed a season high 12-catches for 172 yards. Up next: vs. West Virginia - Quarterback Zach Collaros will get the nod again as the starting quarterback. Pike College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-64534609650869838012009-11-06T16:20:00.000-08:002009-11-06T16:27:55.293-08:00Big East Power Rankings & Preview Week 101. Cincinnati Bearcats 8-0, (4-0): Last week: Win at Syracuse 28-7- The offense did have some trouble running the ball and capitalizing on good field position at first, but eventually passing efficiency prevailed. Backup quarterback Zach Collaros made it look easy completing 22-of-28 passes and throwing for 295 yards, four touchdowns. Up next: vs. Connecticut - The passing leader in the Big East College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-78507922137833253282009-11-06T14:41:00.000-08:002009-11-06T15:11:23.611-08:00Draft Watch: LSU @ Alabama* The Quarterbacks: Right now, neither signal caller—LSU’s Jordan Jefferson or Alabama’s Greg McElroy—is at the forefront in terms of quarterback prospects. Of the two, Jefferson (6’ 5”/19 years old) has more upside—he’s younger, bigger and faster. The true sophomore was forced into early action last year and not surprisingly has been inconsistent. Through the first six games of the season, LSUCollege Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-36352136170510042152009-11-06T10:38:00.000-08:002009-11-06T11:00:34.580-08:00CFI Preview: Navy @ Notre DameBy: Mark J. ZavodnyikNotre Dame Stadium, Saturday, 2:30PM ET, NBCOverviewNotre Dame and Navy renew one of college football’s oldest rivalries for the 83rd time Saturday at Notre Dame Stadium.Navy starting quarterback Ricky Dobbs returns this week. Dobbs has been hobbled of late by a knee injury he suffered against SMU in October. In last week’s 27-24 loss to Temple, Dobbs sat out the entire College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-43327794197493634572009-11-05T17:08:00.000-08:002009-11-05T17:18:51.841-08:00Heisman Ballot: Week 10By MARK ZAVODNYIKThis week’s ballot is undergoing a philosophical change. No longer will it be a projection of how a typical Heisman voter may cast his/her ballot. Instead it will be our determination of the five best players in college football:1. Jimmy Clausen, Quarterback, Notre Dame Fighting IrishLast Game: 22-of-27 passing, 268 yards, two touchdowns in a 40-14 victory over Washington College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-13807509375796852442009-11-05T16:20:00.000-08:002009-11-05T16:28:59.569-08:00BCS Buster: Week 10 PreviewGame of the Week - Virginia Tech @ East CarolinaThe Hokies are looking to rebound after losing two-straight and having their national title hopes dashed. They haven’t lost three in a row since dropping their final two regular-season games and then losing to Cal in the 2003 Insight Bowl. One must remember that the Hokies were 5-3 at this point last year, but went on to end the season 10-4 and College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-78683465602444283842009-11-05T15:26:00.000-08:002009-11-06T19:18:07.624-08:00College Football Insiders Newsletter 3.9In this week's issue:• Game Of The Week: LSU @ Alabama• An Inside Look At The Independants: Navy vs Notre Dame & Army vs Air Force• Between The Hashes: The Big Three Look To Carry The Torch Of “Linebacker U”• Player Spotlight: North Carolina Defensive End Robert Quinn• One On One: Arizona Head Coach Mike Stoops• CFI Top 25 Poll, BCS Busters, Fan’s Weekend Guide, On Location Reports & More!CLICK College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-41061022099621724402009-11-05T11:52:00.000-08:002009-11-05T12:04:57.306-08:00College Football Insiders Radio - Week 10The voice of college football is here as CFI Founder Daniel Mogollon brings you coast-to-coast coverage of all the football action from across the nation, every Thursday at 5:00pm ET. 60 min.Special Guests: * RB Jahvid Best, California - Talks about choosing California and the legacy of Golden Bear running backs.* DE Robert Quinn, North Carolina - Talks about overcoming a brain tumor in his College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-69183977611098173802009-11-04T05:39:00.000-08:002009-11-04T05:47:06.590-08:00Injury Updates: Week 10QB Riley Skinner, Wake Forest – The Demon Deacons signal caller was knocked out of Wake Forest’s last game against the Miami Hurricanes and was not able to return. It is unclear if he will be able to play this week against Georgia Tech and is currently considered questionable.“He seems fine. We didn't practice with him last night. I don't know how much they'll let him do today. He seems to be College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6867826987558385530.post-75844218747809743022009-10-30T22:00:00.000-07:002009-10-30T22:13:55.112-07:00CFI Coaches Corner: HC Mike StoopsCoach Mike Stoops is in his sixth season as the Arizona Wildcats head coach. The ‘Cats are coming off an 8-5 season and bowl in over BYU in the Las Vegas Bowl. This season Arizona is 5-2, 3-1 in the Pac-10 which is them ranked in the top 25 both in the polls and in the BCS Rankings. Interview conducted by College Football Insiders founder Daniel Mogollon.Length: 14 MinutesClick Here to Listen College Football Insidersnoreply@blogger.com0