Monthly Archives: November 2010

Will Smith releases statement

Posted on November 30, 2010 by Roy Kessel

Saints DE Will Smith, who was arrested Saturday morning and charged with domestic battery in Lafayette, La., has released a statement through the Saints. “During the past weekend, my wife Racquel and I were visiting her family in Lafayette, Louisiana … finish reading Will Smith releases statement

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Britt escapes charges

Posted on November 30, 2010 by Roy Kessel

Titans WR apparently will not be charged in the alleged bar brawl according to the Tennessean. This should also mean that Britt is unlikely to face any sanctions under the NFL Personal Conduct Policy.   It also reinforces the caution that … finish reading Britt escapes charges

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Real Madrid coach banned one game

Posted on November 30, 2010 by Roy Kessel

Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho has been banned for one Champions League match for instructing players to get deliberate red cards so they could serve suspensions in a meaningless game.  Mourinho also was fined 40,000 euros ($51,990) Tuesday by the … finish reading Real Madrid coach banned one game

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Cam Newton trail: Rogers to meet with state of Miss. officials

Posted on November 30, 2010 by Roy Kessel

After a record setting one week without any new developments in the Cam Newton case, it appears that there will be some movement next week. According to an AP report, former Mississippi State player Kenny Rogers is scheduled to meet with … finish reading Cam Newton trail: Rogers to meet with state of Miss. officials

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NBA suspends Stephen Jackson for 1 game

Posted on November 30, 2010 by Roy Kessel

According to the AP, the NBA has suspended Charlotte Bobcats Stephen Jackson one game for verbally abusing an official and failing to leave the court in a timely manner following his ejection from Saturday’s loss to Milwaukee. Tuesday’s penalty comes … finish reading NBA suspends Stephen Jackson for 1 game

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Harrison fined again–$25,000

Posted on November 30, 2010 by Roy Kessel

Steelers LB James Harrison was fined again. This time for a hit on Buffalo QB Ryan Fitzpatrick. $25,000 fine this week brings his total up to $125,000 for the year. Can he get an automatic payroll deduction for these?

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NFL will refund tickets for cancellations during lockout

Posted on November 30, 2010 by Roy Kessel

The NFL announced today that tickets to the games that may be cancelled due to a lockout will be refunded to the fans. According to the reports each team has the latitude to set some policies but the league will … finish reading NFL will refund tickets for cancellations during lockout

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Serie A players ready to strike

Posted on November 30, 2010 by Roy Kessel

According to an AP report, Italian league players say they will strike on the weekend of Dec. 11-12 after union representative Sergio Campana walked out on collective bargaining talks. Campana left the negotiations with Serie A on Tuesday despite a … finish reading Serie A players ready to strike

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McCarney hired at North Texas

Posted on November 30, 2010 by Roy Kessel

Former Iowa State head coach Dan McCarney was hired by North Texas as the Mean Green try to rebuild.  McCarney has experience at other major programs including Iowa, Wisconsin and Florida so he certainly has the experience and many of … finish reading McCarney hired at North Texas

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WTL: Officials swearing at players?

Posted on November 30, 2010 by Roy Kessel

We understand the leagues take a dim view of players abusing officials or swearing at them.  The leagues have stiff penalties for that conduct and we can expect to see Bucs CB Aqib Talib fined a signficant amount for his tirade … finish reading WTL: Officials swearing at players?

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Did Bowlen reverse course on McDaniels job security

Posted on November 30, 2010 by Roy Kessel

Which is it? One minute Pat Bowlen doesn’t want to make a change. The next it seems as though his statement is full of insinuation that Josh McDaniels’ job is very much up in the air. It will be interesting … finish reading Did Bowlen reverse course on McDaniels job security

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WTL: Derek Andersen questioning prompts explosive response

Posted on November 30, 2010 by Roy Kessel

By now most of you have probably seen the footage of Derek Andersen blowing up at questions about him laughing on the sideline during the MNF loss at home to San Francisco. Andersen claims he was not laughing and part … finish reading WTL: Derek Andersen questioning prompts explosive response

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IOC opens probe of kickbacks to African soccer offical

Posted on November 30, 2010 by Roy Kessel

The IOC has opened a probe into kickbacks from a marketing agency to African soccer offical, Issa Hayatou from Cameroon.  Hayatou is the President of the African Confederation and has been a member of the IOC since 2001. According to … finish reading IOC opens probe of kickbacks to African soccer offical

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BBC report alleges FIFA officials took payments

Posted on November 30, 2010 by Roy Kessel

As soccer continues to move towards the December 2nd voting for the host sites for the 2018 and 2022 World Cups, more and more allegations surface about the corruption within FIFA and within the highest levels of the soccer federations … finish reading BBC report alleges FIFA officials took payments

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TCU to Big East

Posted on November 29, 2010 by Roy Kessel

Apparently the north east is expanding to Texas.   TCU is now slated to be a full fledged member of the Big East in 2012. This means that the Big East might actually be able to keep its auto bid for … finish reading TCU to Big East

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College Coaching vacancies

Posted on November 29, 2010 by Roy Kessel

New college vacancies and rumors: Indiana:  Bill Lynch fired Colorado:  Houston Nutt rumored to get job Miami:  Randy Shannon fired; Gruden rumored but denies interest There will be a lot more rumors and vacancies over the next few weeks. Expect … finish reading College Coaching vacancies

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NFL Coaching circle

Posted on November 29, 2010 by Roy Kessel

So the questions always start arising about who is on the hot seat and who else is going to be feeling that heat soon. With openings already existing in Dallas and Minnesota, there are several others potentially opening up soon.  … finish reading NFL Coaching circle

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WTL: Alabama fires staffer over music selection in Auburn game

Posted on November 29, 2010 by Roy Kessel

Usually the music at stadiums is a mix of new hits and oldies.  Rarely does the song selection create controversy.  But when you deal with Cam Newton, everything becomes a problem.  So when a part time staffer decides to take … finish reading WTL: Alabama fires staffer over music selection in Auburn game

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De Smith faces criticism over counterproposal

Posted on November 29, 2010 by Roy Kessel

NFLPA Executive Director De Smith is facing signficant criticism over a counterproposal that included an 18 game season. According to ESPN’s Chris Mortenson, Smith has been deluged with phone calls, text messages and emails from players who were unhappy to hear … finish reading De Smith faces criticism over counterproposal

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Michigan AD in no rush to finish evaluation on Rodriguez

Posted on November 29, 2010 by Roy Kessel

Michigan AD David Brandon says he is sticking to his timetable to evaluate Rich Rodriguez after the season.   ESPN’s report indicates that he wants to let the season play out and then they finally reference the fact that we first … finish reading Michigan AD in no rush to finish evaluation on Rodriguez

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