Monthly Archives: June, 2008
2008 Boise State Preview: Back to the top for the Broncos
In 2006, the Boise State Broncos went 13-0 and shocked Oklahoma in an overtime Fiesta Bowl thriller. This season, Boise State the talent on both sides of the ball to make another glorious run, as Mark Scott says in his preview of the Broncos.
Miami Dolphins have confidence in young receivers
The Miami Dolphins will be going through a major rebuilding process this season, and one of the keys to improvement will be the success of a couple of young receivers, Matt Severance says.
Meet the beast of the Big East: George Selvie
South Florida’s George Selvie was one of the nation’s leaders in sacks last season? Who? Don’t know him yet (if you’re a Big East quarterback, you might not want to)? Well now you do, thanks to Matt Severance.
Buckeyes’ backup QB situation a revolving door
Ohio State is set with a Heisman candidate at quarterback, but behind him, things are up in the air? Matt Severance says that could be just the thing that clears the way for the top recruit in 2008′s class to make an early impact.
Alge Crumpler in ‘heaven’ with Young, Titans
The Tennessee Titans signed veteran tight end Alge Crumpler in the offseason to give Vince Young a reliable aerial target. According to Matt Severance, the acquisition is already paying off well for both sides.
Roger Goodell, I applaud you!
NFL commish Roger Goodell doesn’t think rookies should be given big-money deals when they haven’t proved themselves in the NFL, and Matt Gentile agrees, as you can read inside.
Colts’ Freeney ahead of rehab schedule
Dwight Freeney, Indy’s star defensive end, fully expects to be on the field by Week 1.
Broncos’ Brandon Marshall likely facing NFL suspension
Third arrest of offseason could force NFL’s hand on Denver’s No. 1 receiver.
2008 Tulane Preview: Can Toledo’s team make waves in ’08?
Last season, Tulane had one of the nation’s leading rushers in Matt Forte, who was one of the bright spots of a 4-8 team. With a year under his belt in New Orleans, could coach Bob Toledo have the Green Wave primed for a better season, even without Forte? Matt Severance takes a look at the 2008 Green Wave inside.
Smith likely the early leader for 49ers’ starting QB job
The competition for the San Francisco 49ers’ starting QB job is wide open heading into training camp, but Alex Smith might have the inside track on making the job his once and for all, Matt Severance says.
