O.State Baller, yes he’s ballin… Darwin Barney made the opening day roster for the Chicago Cubs. “He’s played himself into significant time and, it’s Spring Training,” Cubs manager Mike Quade told mlb.com. “[Barney] is making progress. He does a lot […]
Author: Nick Lilja
Painkillers killing former NFL players
When Drew Hill died of two massive strokes about a week ago, it was a message. Athletes need help. Much more than they are currently being offered. Strokes are nothing new to the NFL. UTEP NFL Draft hopeful Robby Felix […]
Mike Anderson leaves Missouri, headed to Arkansas
Mike Anderson has informed Missouri he plans to take the job as the head coach of the Arkansas Razorbacks. The story has been looming for hours. The school recently confirmed the move. The details of the deal are still being rumored. […]
Dez Bryant’s saggy pants
Really? Dallas Cowboys receiver Dez Bryant was thrown-out of a Dallas shopping mall after management took exception to his sagging pants. Really. No joke. Turns out, NorthPark Center security officers happened-upon Bryant and three friends wearing pants a little lower […]
Barry Bonds case starts, Anderson in contempt
Hang on to your hats, the Barry Bonds case is going to be a bumpy ride. Today, both sides are ready to give opening statements and, oh by the way, U.S. District Judge Susan Illston is expected to send Bonds’ […]
NFL kickoff rules may be changing
The NFL is still locked in a labor battle, but that doesn’t mean the owners aren’t moving ahead with amending certain rules of the games. NFL competition committee is talking about changing a few rules on kickoffs. Chairman, Rich McKay, […]
Ron Hunter headed to Georgia State
IUPUI told the Associated Press that Ron Hunter has resigned and he plans to take the head coaching job at Georgia State. Georgia State has scheduled a news conference for 3pm EST. Hunter has been with IUPUI since 1994 – […]
Anderson 360: The Mike Anderson Situation
So, this is getting a bit dicey, so I thought I’d breakdown the entire Mike-Anderson-to-Arkansas situation during commercial breaks of the tourney games today. As a quick aside: Bummer for Washington, but I know one person (Woody, in Corvallis) who […]
In-Game Coverage: Morehead State vs. Richmond
Okay, so, I’m not actually there… but I’m watching the game from my recliner on a 42″ Panasonic plasma TV. It’s almost as good. Besides, sitting at home I’m “privied” to more stats, different angles and a quieter atmosphere to […]
Tennessee AD saying, Bruce Pearl may be finished
Tennessee Athletics Director Mike Hamilton told a local radio station he isn;t sure if basketball coach Bruce Pearl will be returning next season. In an interview on WNML-AM in Knoxville, Hamilton said hw was working with Chancellor Jimmy Cheek and […]