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Perkins Suspended for 1 Game After DWI Offense

Photo Credit: hornsports.com Texas Longhorns’ offensive lineman Kent Perkins, a 6’5″ 320-pound player, has been suspended for  one game after being arrested and charged after driving while intoxicated. “That’s not me. That’s not my character. That’s not what I’m about. I’m just ready to gain the trust back from those people, and I know I disappointed a lot of people, and the biggest thing right … Continue reading Perkins Suspended for 1 Game After DWI Offense

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Marlins’ Pitcher Jose Fernandez Killed in Boating Accident

Photo Credit: slaterscoops.com Miami Marlins’ pitcher Jose Fernandez has been pronounced dead after a boating accident that happened early Sunday morning. Fernandez and 2 others were killed in the accident off the coast of Miami Beach after police received a call of a possible boating accident around 3:00 AM ET. When they arrived to the scene, they found the boat crashed and overturned on the … Continue reading Marlins’ Pitcher Jose Fernandez Killed in Boating Accident

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Army’s Brandon Jackson Dies in a Car Crash

Photo Credit: The Big Lead The U.S. Military Academy announced that cornerback Brandon Jackson has died following a single-car crash on Sunday. “Words can not describe the grief that our team is feeling over the loss of our friend and brother, Brandon,” said Army football head coach Jeff Monken. “He was a beloved teammate and our hearts are with his family at this time of tragedy.” … Continue reading Army’s Brandon Jackson Dies in a Car Crash

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Houston QB Greg Ward Missed Practice Due to Injury

Photo Credit: Saturday Blitz Saturday during the Houston Cougars’ huge win over the #3 Oklahoma Sooners, Cougars’ quarterback Greg Ward Jr. suffered an injury to his throwing shoulder. Ward missed Sunday and Monday’s practices after getting a MRI that showed no structural damage. Houston head coach Tom Herman said he expects Ward to practice no later than Wednesday. Ward is 20-2 as a starter in his college career, and … Continue reading Houston QB Greg Ward Missed Practice Due to Injury

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Miami Loses Redshirt Freshman to Knee Injury 

Photo Credit: Sun Sentinel Jamie Gordinier, a redshirt freshman linebacker for the Miami Hurricanes, will miss the rest of the 2016 season after he suffered a knee injury Saturday against Florida A&M. Gordinier had just gained the starting spot during fall practices after linebacker Jermaine Grace was dismissed a week before the season started due to violating NCAA rules. Juwon Young, another linebacker, was suspended … Continue reading Miami Loses Redshirt Freshman to Knee Injury 

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Big 12 To Interview 17 Schools for Expansion. 

Photo Credit: Sprint Center Big 12 commissioner Bob Bowlsby will conduct video meetings with 17 teams that have contacted the Big 12 with hopes of joining the conference. Lately a source said “it is becoming less likely” that the Big 12 will expand to 14 teams. The Big 12 hopes to make a decision on expanding or staying at 10 teams by October when they … Continue reading Big 12 To Interview 17 Schools for Expansion. 

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Utah Wide Receiver Cory Butler-Byrd Charged with Criminal Mischief 

Photo Credit: sltrib.com Utah Utes’ wide receiver Cory Butler-Byrd has been charged with criminal mischief. University police said that Butler-Byrd damaged a police car and a building last month. Butler-Byrd was seen throwing a large white sign at a patrol car after police heard a loud pop and the sound of glass shattering. The patrol car had a broken back windshield and dented roof. A nearby building also … Continue reading Utah Wide Receiver Cory Butler-Byrd Charged with Criminal Mischief 

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