Lets be real, with the advent of twitter, news can break at the metaphorical drop of a hat or the very literal eavesdropping of a nosey person. “If you over hear an an athlete tell his family at a restaurant, […]
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Patrick Peterson maybe involved in pay-to-play scandal says ESPN.com
The rabbit hole is getting deeper. Right now, ESPN.com is reporting, “Former Texas A&M assistant coach says a man who runs a Texas-based recruiting service told him the Aggies had to “beat” $80,000 if it wanted to sign Patrick Peterson […]
This one is for Chelsea Reber
NCC News reporter Chelsea Reber is probably freaking out. Texas A&M linebacker Von Miller is – reportedly – invited to the NFL draft. That would be news enough for us… but wait, there’s more! Bonus fact: He is a plaintiff […]
North Carolina, c’mon and raise up!
Take your shirt off. Twist it ’round your head. Spin it like a helicopter. Oh, Petey, we miss you. Truth be told, I feel like Petey Pablo right about now. I’m in a whirlwind of North Carolina State fans. Thanks […]
More Proof: Runners aren’t smart
Now, I run.. well, ran. I get out my Asics every so often and go for a jog now. But, I still have the competitive-running edge. When I see people out on the streets running – I’ll judge them. Runners […]
Darwin Barney, former ‘O.State Baller’, makes Cubs’ roster
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 […]
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’ […]
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 […]
Shout out to the great state of Michigan
We’re very honored to be mentioned on Matt Sussman’s blog on mlive.com. And thanks to everyone who clicked through. Welcome to The [Five]… we think it’s the best place to get breaking sports news on the web AND the best […]