Better late than never, it’s Friday Q&A, where yours truly takes on the important questions like: How would Gronk fare in a case race? Rob Gronkowski, the former Arizona Wildcats standout turned New England Patriots star, seems like the ideal party mate. Sadly, Gronk arrived at Arizona one year after I graduated, so I have […]
Nick Saban is still at the pinnacle of his profession. But, as one of the oldest head coaches in the Football Bowl Subdivision, AL.com’s Kevin Scarbinsky posits an interesting thought: the Alabama head coach’s retirement could come sooner than some anticipate. Scarbinsky dips his toe in waters that surely bring plenty of Crimson Tide fans’ […]
Which is the best SEC coaching staff? That’s how begin this week’s Q&A, so be forewarned: You are diving headlong into an open can of worms. Here’s my arbitrary ranking of the week. Tarantino-Directed Movies 1. Pulp Fiction 2. Django Unchained 3. Kill Bill Vol. 2 4. Kill Bill Vol. 1 5. Reservoir Dogs 6. […]
Charlie Strong wants it. Kevin Sumlin says, “I think the Texas series will happen. I just don’t know when.” So just why in the world can’t the Texas-Texas A&M rivalry make a comeback? That’s a rhetorical question. The truth is, lingering hostility exists between Texas and Texas A&M suits over the former virtually taking the […]
Memphis: It’s a city where Jerry Lawler reigned as King and tens of thousands routinely packed Mid-South Coliseum for professional wrestling. Thus, it’s only fitting Memphis’ postseason college football affair, the Liberty Bowl, would pay homage to the squared circle. Of course Memphis’ rich wrestling history played a part in Monday’s Liberty Bowl. Why else […]
The College Football Huddle Heisman Trophy Top 5 is checking in every week from now until a new recepient is immortalized in December. These weekly rankings reflect performance for the 2014 season. Expect fluidity from week-to-week, particularly as more teams embark on conference play.
Not since John Lennon and The Beatles’ rooftop concert in 1969 has someone so resoundingly passed an audition as new Texas A&M quarterback Kenny Hill Thursday night at South Carolina.
We’ve always associated a certain image with SEC football. Something ferocious and toothy with a snarl so knee-weakening that it feels like you’re permanently walking on ice.
College football is getting younger. The last two Heisman Trophy winners were redshirt freshmen. At LSU, a true freshman running back is one of the most talked-about players in the country.
Texas A&M head coach Kevin Sumlin named sophomore Kenny Hill the Aggies’ Week 1 starting quarterback, a role following one tough act to match.
First-year Wake Forest head coach Dave Clawson naming true freshman John Wolford the Demon Deacons’ starting quarterback for Week 1 may not move the needle too much.
Alabama and Texas A&M is fast becoming a bonafide SEC rivalry.
Last month at SEC media days, Texas A&M punter Drew Kaser told Sports Illustrated‘s Zac Ellis: “The lack of Heisman hype is — I’m a little bit bitter about that.”
This year’s SEC media days might feel like a case of deja vu for Kevin Sumlin, playing Phil Connors in this college football version of Groundhog Day. Filling in for Ned Ryerson: SEC media, “bing’ing” Sumlin about the Texas A&M quarterback situation.
The College Football Playoff unveiled a new trophy Monday, coinciding with the opening of SEC media days.
