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Expectations meet mindset for Nick Nelson to be a lockdown corner, and maybe more
Written on August 20, 2017 at 4:39 pm, by College BattleGround
MADISON—The hype is real for cornerback Nick Nelson. During the first two weeks of fall camp, the transfer from Hawaii showcased his abilities against Wisconsin’s passing game. Whether it’s a pass break-up during team drills or an interception near the sidelines—such as the one he recorded on Aug. 12 during the last camp practice open Continue Reading »
Boom Williams cut by Cincinnati Bengals
Written on August 20, 2017 at 4:04 pm, by College BattleGround
Former Kentucky Wildcats running back Stanley “Boom” Williams is having a rough entrance to the NFL. After joining the Bengals as an undrafted free agent following the 2017 NFL Draft, Williams lasted just two preseason games before being waived on Sunday. It wasn’t a big surprise since he joined a backfield that includes Joe Mixon, Continue Reading »
Chris Lammons and Jamarcus King head into final season in Columbia
Written on August 20, 2017 at 4:00 pm, by College BattleGround
The 2017 Final Cockdown is in its final stage as we preview the Gamecocks secondary! From the next two weeks we’ll preview the defensive backs that will make up the back-end of the Carolina defense. Chris Lammons + Jamarcus King | MJ Webb | D.J. Smith | Steven Montac Rashad Fenton | Jamyest Williams | Continue Reading »
Justice Hill should be a Heisman favorite in 2018
Written on August 20, 2017 at 3:12 pm, by College BattleGround
The college football season is among us. Oklahoma State kicks their season off on Aug. 31 against Tulsa. A lot of focus gets put on the season at hand. However, the Pokes have a few young stars that will headline the 2018 roster. Sophomore running back Justice Hill is one of those young stars. When Continue Reading »
2017 WSU Football Preview: Hercules Mata’afa returns to terrorize offenses
Written on August 20, 2017 at 3:00 pm, by College BattleGround
This is the latest in our series of stories previewing the 2017 Washington State Cougars football season. For previous installments, click here. On the list of things that make the crowd roar, a touchdown is probably at the top. A close second, though — in fact, it might even be a 1a/1b situation — is Continue Reading »
Daily Bears Report 8/20/2017 – Football – Meet the Bears in Tweets
Written on August 20, 2017 at 1:25 pm, by College BattleGround
Today’s Events World University Games Letter from Drayton McLane and John Eddie Williams Drayton McLane, John Eddie Williams, Gale Galloway, guest columnists: Baylor’s future can be fitting tribute to Gov. White’s legacy | Guest Columns | wacotrib.com, Baylor University and the state of Texas lost a courageous and dedicated leader when former Texas Gov. Mark Continue Reading »
Notre Dame’s New Media Restrictions: Another Side of the Argument
Written on August 11, 2017 at 9:16 pm, by College BattleGround
While Notre Dame’s new media access policies may be an overreaction, as many have said, it’s also important to think about what they are a reaction to. The quantity of sports journalism and sports commentary has increased exponentially in the last 20 years, while the overall quality has diminished. Hobbyists and students are responsible for Continue Reading »
WATCH: Steelers QB Josh Dobbs throws first NFL Touchdown
Written on August 11, 2017 at 8:30 pm, by College BattleGround
In a start that saw Josh Dobbs throw two interceptions in his first five attempts, Dobbs bounced back to toss his first touchdown of his (preseason) career. Watch it below. The pass was caught by Cobi Hamilton, who reeled in a 44 yard pass from Dobbs just a couple of series before. Dobbs was able Continue Reading »
Oregon Fall Camp: Ducks Prep for Saturday’s Scrimmage on Friday
Written on August 11, 2017 at 8:04 pm, by College BattleGround
EUGENE, Oregon — The Ducks were in helmets and shorts on their 10th day of fall camp from the Hatfield-Dowlin Complex on Friday. It was a somber mood after the tragic passing of Willie Taggart’s father, John, on Thursday. There are more important things in life than football. Thursday was a reminder of that when Continue Reading »
Starting Center leaving Kansas State
Written on August 11, 2017 at 7:52 pm, by College BattleGround
Breaking news from Heartland College Sports Kansas State’s starting center, Reid Najvar foregoing senior season to join the team as a graduate assistant. Also reporting is Tim Fitzgerald from GoPowercat.com, that the move is concussion related. We wish Reid & his family the best of luck and hope all is well with his health! GO Continue Reading »