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The Big Orange Round Table
July 08, 2008 by
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Every week, a different UT blog will "host" the round table, coming up with five questions that he
Charles Haley Deserves Induction Into The NFL Hall of Fame
July 08, 2008 by
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Charles Haley played 12 seasons in the NFL, beginning his career with the 49ers in 1986. Haley is the only player in NFL history to have been on five Super Bowl-winning teams. No player in the modern history of the NFL can make such a claim. Haley's accomplishments make him worthy...
Kristen Valus is the Queen of NASCAR
July 07, 2008 by
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I received an e-mail from my friend Kristen Valus Sunday announcing her association with Miller Lite Racing. This has been in the works for several months and I'm very happy Kristen is getting an opportunity to share her love of NASCAR with the fans.
MLB All-Star Selection Has Become a Joke
July 07, 2008 by
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Major League Baseball announced the participants for the 2008 All-Star game Sunday and the annual talk of snubs has begun in earnest. All of these mini controversies could be avoided if MLB revised the voting process which allows each voter to submit up to 25 ballots online.
Cards Rally in 9th to Defeat Cubs 5-4
July 05, 2008 by
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Rick Ankiel slapped a bases-loaded 1-1 pitch from Wood just past second baseman Mike Fontenot to drive in two runs as the Cardinals rallied to defeat the Cubs 5-4.
Ohio State Leads Early 2009 Football Recruiting
July 05, 2008 by
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Rivals.com has handed out the first report card for the 2009 college football recruiting classes and the Ohio State Buckeyes have a grade of A+ so far. USC, Texas, Michigan and LSU round out the Top 5 classes.
Pujols Hits 300th Homer; Cards Lose to Cubs 2-1
July 05, 2008 by
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Albert Pujols hit his 300th career home run Friday night, becoming the fifth-youngest player to reach the milestone. Pujols lined his 18th homer of the season on a 2-2 pitch from the Cubs' Bob Howry in the eighth inning. He beat Hall of Famer Mel Ott for the fifth-fastest by one day.
University of Memphis Lands Nolan Dennis
July 04, 2008 by
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Rivals.com reported late yesterday that 4-star guard Nolan Dennis from Richland Hills, TX has committed to the University of Memphis. Dennis, 6-5 and 180 pounds, chose Memphis over Baylor, Florida, Indiana, Kansas, North Carolina, Texas, Texas A&M and UCLA.
Adriana Lima Loves The Memphis Grizzlies
July 03, 2008 by
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Not only are the Memphis Grizzlies getting four players in this deal, they are also getting Victoria's Secret angel Adriana Lima. In case you haven't heard (I'm guessing this guy posing as MoonDog hasn't), Adriana Lima, the Brazilian supermodel and Marko Jaric (the...
Cowboys & Terry Glenn at an Impasse
July 03, 2008 by
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What's up with Terry Glenn? The wide receiver's status for this season remains the only issue concerning this football team and the one question no body really has the answer to. For those of you not following the Dallas Cowboys, let me bring you up to speed.
Death Threats Against Red Sox Players?
July 02, 2008 by
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I came across this article late last night. The FBI is investigating death threats made against several Boston Red Sox players which may have originated from someone in Memphis. The Commercial Appeal in Memphis reported the story June 30 and has yet to post a follow up
Cowboys Resurgance Began With Jimmy Johnson, Parcells
July 01, 2008 by
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The contribution Bill Parcells made, especially those in 2003, were just as vital as were the moves made by former Cowboys head coach Jimmy Johnson in the early 90's.
Cards Cruise Past Mets; Mulder Makes First Appearance
June 30, 2008 by
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The St. Louis Cardinals jumped on New York Mets starter John Maine early, getting two runs in the first inning behind an Albert Pujols run-scoring single and Kyle Lohse pitched seven strong innings to help St. Louis defeat the Mets 7-1 on Monday night in St. Louis.
Albert Pujols is the Man
June 30, 2008 by
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Most of you following baseball, particularly those covering the St. Louis Cardinals know Albert Pujols is one of baseball's best players. This past Thursday Pujols returned to the Cardinals lineup after a two-week stay on the DL with a strained calf muscle.
Romo Signs Deal With Starter; Packers Lose Money?
June 28, 2008 by
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Tony Romo has signed a 5-year $10 million endorsement deal with Starter. The Green Bay Packers released their 2007-08 P&L. Check out links to other great stories from around the net.
Grizzlies Trade Greene to Portland For Arthur
June 27, 2008 by
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In another draft day trade the Memphis Grizzlies sent Donte Greene to the Portland Trail Blazers for Darrel Arthur and a second round pick next year. Earlier the Grizzlies traded the draft rights to Kevin Love to the Minnesota Timberwolves for the draft rights to O.J. Mayo.
Grizzlies, T-Wolves Make Blockbuster Deal
June 27, 2008 by
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The Memphis Grizzlies and Minnesota Timberwolves have agreed in principal to a deal involving the Grizzlies draft rights to Kevin Love in exchange for the T-Wolves draft rights to O.J. Mayo.
Vols Land 4-Star Quarterback
June 26, 2008 by
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The Tennessee Volunteers continued their run of landing top-level prospects when Upland, California quarterback Josh Nunes declared he is a Vol. Nunes commited to Tennessee without even visiting Knoxville, a testament to the recruiting effort of new Offensive Coordinator Dave Clawson.
Lauren Avant: Lady Vol in Waiting
June 26, 2008 by
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Lauren Avant, considered by most to be the top player in the class of 2010, verbally committed to play basketball at the University of Tennessee two years ago. Avant drew national attention when she committed to Tennessee as a 14-year-old.
Pujols Set to Return for Cardinals
June 24, 2008 by
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Albert Pujols is now expected to be activated from the disabled list when first eligible Thursday. The All-Star worked out prior to the Cardinals game Tuesday in Detroit, taking batting practice and running the bases. Perhaps the good news inspired the Cards'. Brian Barton, Skip...
UCLA QB Kevin Craft Likely Starter Vs Vols
June 24, 2008 by
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As the Tennessee Vols' season opener draws closer the interest in their opponent's preparation becomes very meaningful. I came across this article in the L.A. Times about Kevin Craft, the Bruins likely starter against Tennessee when the two square off on Labor Day in Pasadena.
Bruins O-Line in Disarray
June 24, 2008 by
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The Bruins may be without tackle Sean Sheller, who suffered knee and ankle injuries in a vehicle accident. They also lost tackle Aleksey Lanis to a knee injury. The Bruins will begin fall practice on Aug. 5 and play Tennessee in their opener on Sept. 5.
Irvin Suggestion Becomes NFL Mandate
June 23, 2008 by
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Michael Irvin had a conversation with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell prior to his induction into the Hall of Fame last year. Irvin told Goodell that players entering the NFL don't have the proper appreciation for the game. Irvin suggested to Goodell it should mandatory for every...
2008-09 College Football Bowl Schedule
June 23, 2008 by
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Earlier this year the NCAA Postseason Football Licensing Subcommittee has given the OK to two bowls proposed for addition to the 2008-2009 bowl schedule. The addition of these two bowl games brings the total number to 34 including all BCS bowl games and the BCS national championship game.
Lakers Found out the Hard way About Gasol
June 20, 2008 by
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The Los Angeles Lakers found out what fans of the Memphis Grizzlies knew all along. Unless a team has a strong interior presence in the to compliment Pau Gasol's game, he isn't going to help you win an NBA championship.
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