The Big Ten Football Media Days in Chicago kicked off the grind of the college football season, a chance for players and coaches to reflect on “what could be,” in the final days of the offseason. While the football season doesn’t officially kick off until the end of August, this is where players start to finish up their offseason training and coaches get closer to naming their … [Read more...] about 2019 Big Ten Football Preview
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Wildcats take care of business vs Illini, turn to Big Ten Championship
The Northwestern Wildcats, despite sitting key contributors for much of the second half, got a victory over in-state rival Illinois. The Cats now turn their attention to Indianapolis, where they will face Ohio State for the Big Ten Championship. Illinois came to Evanston with nothing more than pride on the line. Their 4-7 record entering Saturday night's game guaranteed … [Read more...] about Wildcats take care of business vs Illini, turn to Big Ten Championship
2018 Big Ten Football Preview-Day Two
Day two of Big Ten Media Days got underway in Chicago, featuring both the hunters and hunted of the Big Ten. After another day of interviews, plenty was left to unpack in regards to the upcoming season. Iowa Iowa football is synonymous with old-school, smashmouth football. Kirk Ferentz, approaching his Iowa school record 144th win, will have to continue that track record … [Read more...] about 2018 Big Ten Football Preview-Day Two
UNC – Kentucky and Las Vegas, Quite A Combo
Normally, what happens in Vegas stays in Vegas, or so says the clever marketing campaign. Unless that happens to be one of the best non-conference college basketball games that didn't take place in a March tournament setting. I had waffled on attending this game, but finally decided to cover it and secured a credential, flight, and hotel for the weekend. A friend and UNC … [Read more...] about UNC – Kentucky and Las Vegas, Quite A Combo
NFL Preseason ends, College Football begins
on the Weekend Sports Report with Packer Dave and Steve Leventhal ...Jeff Rich joins us for a discussion as the NFL preseason games conclude, and a look at the NFC West. John Poulter and WSR intern Hannah Puckorius give us their take on what to look for in September baseball. Plus some soccer and college football talk. Don't miss a cameo from Dick Vitale, and audio from … [Read more...] about NFL Preseason ends, College Football begins
