HUNTINGTON, W.Va. – On the heels of Sunday’s ascent to 15th in the Associated Press poll, Marshall Football racked up the honors on Monday. The Thundering Herd (7-0 overall, 4-0 Conference USA) was named the Football Writers Association of America’s National Team of the Week for the […]
Marshall Thundering Herd moves up a spot in the newest AP College Football Poll
Marshall 15th in both polls HUNTINGTON, W.Va. – Marshall enters this week ranked 15th in both the Associated Press and Amway USA Today Coaches Polls, after improving by one spot in the former on Sunday. The Thundering Herd (7-0 overall, 4-0 Conference USA) won 42-14 over Middle Tennessee […]
Marshall Thundering Herd goes to 7-0 after 42-14 thumping of Middle Tennessee State: Game Notes
Game Notes – Middle Tennessee at No. 16/15 Marshall – November 14, 2020 The win, which came on the 50th anniversary of the Southern Airways Flight 932 crash that claimed the lives of 75 people, was the culmination of an emotional week of ceremonies and […]
Daily Almanac for Thursday, November 19, 2020, the 324th day of the year
Every Year DISCOVERY DAY (PUERTO RICO) 1490s 1493: CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS FIRST SIGHTED WHAT IS NOW PUERTO RICO 1750s BORN 1752: GEORGE ROGERS CLARK (MILITARY LEADER) 1790s 1794: JAY’S TREATY BETWEEN THE U.S. AND GREAT BRITAIN SIGNED 1820s DIED 1828: FRANZ SCHUBERT (COMPOSER) 1830s BORN 1831: […]
Kentucky outlasts Vanderbilt, 38-35; honors late coach John Schlarman during game
Kentucky Football Postgame NotesKentucky vs. VanderbiltSaturday, Nov. 14, 2020Kroger Field – Lexington, Ky. FINAL SCORE: Kentucky 38, Vanderbilt 35 Team Records and Series Information Kentucky is 3-4 and Vanderbilt is 0-6. Kentucky leads the series 47-42-4 and has won five in a row. It’s the […]
Well-liked Kentucky Wildcats offensive line coach John Schlarman dies at age 45
John Schlarman, assistant coach for the University of Kentucky football team and an All-Southeastern Conference offensive lineman during his playing days at UK, died Thursday following a two-year battle with cancer. He was 45. Schlarman was diagnosed with cholangiocarcinoma in the summer of 2018. The […]
Indiana Hoosiers move up in this week’s AP Football Poll
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. – After a 24-0 win at Michigan State on Saturday, Indiana moved up to No. 9 in the Associated Press (AP) Poll and stayed at No. 10 in the Amway Coaches Poll powered by USA Today Sports. IU’s ranking in the AP Poll is the […]
#10 Indiana Hoosiers show they are for real with 24-0 domination of Michigan State; Postgame Notes & Quotes
Postgame NotesIndiana vs. Michigan StateNovember 14, 2020 TEAM• No. 10/10 Indiana (4-0, 4-0 Big Ten) took down Michigan State (1-3, 1-3 Big Ten), 24-0, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing, Mich., to claim the Old Brass Spittoon for the first time since 2016. The victory marks […]
Improving weekly, Liberty Flames move up to #21 in AP Football Poll
Following a 58-14 over Western Carolina that moved the Flames to 8-0, Liberty has moved up to No. 21 in the latest Associated Press top 25 poll. The convincing victory moved the Flames up one spot in the Associated Press poll. For the second week […]
#22 Liberty Flames continue to win; 8-0 start best in program history after 58-14 rout of Western Carolina
The 22nd-ranked Liberty Flames rolled up a season-high 633 yards of total offense on the way to a 58-14 victory over Western Carolina on Saturday at Williams Stadium. The Flames are off to their best start in program history at 8-0. Liberty extended its overall […]
NFL Schedule for Week 11
WEEK 11 NFL SCHEDULETHURSDAY, SUNDAY & MONDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 22-23(All times Eastern)Thursday, November 19Arizona Cardinals at Seattle Seahawks8:20 PMFOX/NFLN/AmazonSunday, November 22Tennessee Titans at Baltimore Ravens1:00 PMCBSDetroit Lions at Carolina Panthers1:00 PMFOXPhiladelphia Eagles at Cleveland Browns1:00 PMFOXNew England Patriots at Houston Texans1:00 PMCBSPittsburgh Steelers at Jacksonville Jaguars1:00 […]
NFL Week 11 Preview
PLAYOFF PUSH BEGINS AS NFL ENTERS WEEK 11 A 43-yard, game-winning touchdown pass with two seconds remaining? That was just the opening act. Across the NFL, 15 teams have at least six wins, the most such teams in any season through 10 weeks. In any […]
NFL Week 10 Top Statistical Highlights from Sunday’s action
SEVEN FROM SUNDAY – WEEK 10 A look at seven statistical highlights from games played at 1:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. ET on Sunday, November 15, the tenth week of the 2020 season. The ARIZONA CARDINALS overcame a 14-point deficit to defeat Buffalo, 32-30. With two games remaining in Week 10, […]
NFL remembers Hall of Fame RB Paul Hornung; NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell issues statement
We are deeply saddened by the passing of Green Bay Packers’ legend Paul Hornung who thrilled a generation of NFL fans with his versatility, athleticism and personality that made him a favorite of legendary coach Vince Lombardi. Paul was a leader of Green Bay’s dynasty […]
As expected, South Carolina Gamecocks announce Will Muschamp is out as head football coach
11/15/2020 | Football University of South Carolina Director of Athletics Ray Tanner announced Sunday that Will Muschamp is no longer the head football coach, effective immediately. With this announcement, offensive coordinator/quarterbacks coach Mike Bobo will serve as the interim head coach for the remainder of the season. “After a thorough assessment […]
NFL, Expectations, What to Look For in Week 10
TOP 10 SHOWDOWN: Los Angeles Chargers rookie quarterback JUSTIN HERBERT,the No. 6 overall selection in the 2020 NFL Draft, and Miami rookie quarterback TUA TAGOVAILOA, the No. 5 overall selection, will face off on Sunday (4:05 PM ET, CBS) for the first time in their careers. Herbert leads […]
NFL Announces 2020 Nominees for Salute to Service Award Presented by USAA
The NFL and USAA, an Official NFL Salute to Service Partner, have announced the 32 nominees for the tenth annual Salute to Service Award presented by USAA. The Salute to Service Award recognizes NFL players, coaches, personnel and alumni who demonstrate an exemplary commitment to honoring and supporting the military […]
NFL with increased Grants and Partnerships honor Military Community
COVID-19 has brought exceptional challenges to the military community that underscore the importance of supporting service members and veterans more than ever. As part of “Salute to Service,” the National Football League (NFL) today announced its expanded plans to honor, empower and connect our nation’s […]
NFL: AFC and NFC Players of the Week – Week 9
Quarterback JOSH ALLEN of the Buffalo Bills, defensive lineman JEFFERY SIMMONS of the Tennessee Titans and kicker NICK FOLK of the New England Patriots are the AFC Offensive, Defensive and Special Teams Players of the Week for games played in Week 9 (November 5, 8-9). OFFENSE: QB JOSH ALLEN, BUFFALO BILLS […]
Fantastic Finishes, Fascinating Players headline 2020 NFL season
Alex, we’ll take “Historic NFL Seasons” for $1,000. Answer: In the first half of this season, the National Football League produced its most touchdowns, closest games, most thrilling comebacks and largest crop of budding superstars in recent memory. What is 2020? Correct. COMEBACK NATION: Last […]