College Stuff for Real Men: 10/09/14

Thursday, October 9, 2014

Nebraska freshman forward B.J. Day will miss the season after tearing the anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee during practice. From ESPN.com - College Basketball - Nebraska loses Day for season to torn ACL

ND's Kelly: Suspended 5's status still unclear

Brian Kelly did his best to shed light on the school's ongoing internal academic saga Thursday, but the fifth-year Notre Dame coach said he has been given limited information on the status of his five suspended football players. From ESPN.com - College Football - ND's Kelly: Suspended 5's status still unclear

Impact Of Gurley's Suspension On Georgia

Visit ESPN.com for the complete story. From ESPN.com - College Football - Impact Of Gurley's Suspension On Georgia

Pitino: Shoe companies influencing recruits

Louisville coach Rick Pitino would like to eliminate the influence of athletic shoe companies in the recruiting process. From ESPN.com - College Basketball - Pitino: Shoe companies influencing recruits

Fomer Michigan players are banding together to support the current team

Michigan coach Brady Hoke might be under fire, but former players haven’t given up on the team — at least not the players.

Former Michigan Heisman Trophy winner Desmond Howard tweeted Thursday that several former players will be at Saturday’s game against Penn State to show their support for the Wolverine brethren.

Former @umichfootball players are planning a weekend of support for the current players starting tomorrow by going to practice.

— Desmond Howard (@DesmondHoward) October 9, 2014

Former @umichfootball players told me that the "current players need to know we are here for them even if nobody else is."

— Desmond Howard (@DesmondHoward) October 9, 2014

Former @umichfootball players will speak to current players tomorrow and form a "welcome line" at the Big House when the players arrive Sat.

— Desmond Howard (@DesmondHoward) October 9, 2014

It’s good to see former Michigan players reaching out during what have truly become the dark days of Michigan football. Not sure it’s going to pull this team out of its tailspin, but as the countdown to Hoke’s final day continues, the players need all the support they can get.

For more Michigan news, visit TheWolverine.com.

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Suspended Irish players unlikely to play in '14?

Suspended Irish players unlikely to play in '14? From College Football News : CBSSports.com - Suspended Irish players unlikely to play in '14?

NCAA president Mark Emmert has suggestions for power five conferences in transition toward autonomy

With the NCAA’s new structure of autonomy for the power five conferences taking shape, NCAA president Mark Emmert thinks the conferences should have certain priorities as the transition takes place.

According to the Associated Press, Emmert, while speaking at Western Connecticut State University, said the conferences should “prioritize the establishment of guaranteed scholarships, better insurance for student-athletes, new rules for dealing with agents and better concussion protocols” first and foremost.

The issue of full cost of attendance for student-athletes is especially important for Emmert, as well as the ability for student-athletes to pursue professional athletics and still return to school to finish their degree.

“Some notion of a scholarship that covers a bachelor’s degree and not a year-to-year commitment is going to be really critical,” he said.

When it comes to health for student-athletes, Emmert said students should not have to pay out of pocket to cover heath expenses. Though he declined to comment on the Shane Morris situation at Michigan, Emmert also thinks every team should have a medical professional on the sideline whose sole responsibility is to monitor concussions.

“And when those aren’t followed, we need to explore how we hold people accountable for doing it, and there is not a system for doing that now,” Emmert said.

Additionally, on the subject of players interacting with agents, Emmert thinks conferences should loosen those rules because they are not helpful for athletes when deciding whether to go pro or stay in school.

"It's hard to figure out what your market value really is without 'professionalizing' yourself, and the whole nature of those relationships needs to be reconsidered, " he said.

The NCAA Board of Directors approved a plan for the schools in the ACC, Big Ten, Big 12, Pac-12 and SEC to have greater autonomy on issues that “enhance the well-being of student-athletes.

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From Dr. Saturday - NCAAF - Yahoo Sports - NCAA president Mark Emmert has suggestions for power five conferences in transition toward autonomy

Somebody Tipped Me Off About Jonathan Dach a Year Ago With this Weird-Ass Poem

The Washington Post has just published a lengthy report regarding allegations that the White House covered up a volunteer’s role in the 2010 Colombia prostitution scandal. The Post has identified that volunteer as Jonathan Dach, a recent graduate of Yale Law School and Yale College. Dach allegedly brought a prostitute back to his room in […] From IvyGate - Somebody Tipped Me Off About Jonathan Dach a Year Ago With this Weird-Ass Poem

Shona Rhimes Calls Katherine Heigl An A–hole

Shonda Rhimes dragged Katherine Heigl to filth and served her some truth tea. From Gossip, Fast Fashion, Female Lifestyle, Sex & Love: CollegeCandy - Shona Rhimes Calls Katherine Heigl An A–hole

Gurley suspended over alleged NCAA violation

Gurley suspended over alleged NCAA violation From College Football News : CBSSports.com - Gurley suspended over alleged NCAA violation

Georgia RB Todd Gurley indefinitely suspended amid NCAA rules investigation

Georgia running back Todd Gurley has been indefinitely suspended from competition due to an ongoing investigation into an alleged violation of NCAA rules, the school announced Thursday afternoon.

"I’m obviously very disappointed," coach Mark Richt said. "The important thing for our team is to turn all our attention toward preparation for Missouri."

The release did not specify the violation.

Gurley, a Heisman frontrunner, has been the center of the Georgia offense. So far this season he’s rushed for 773 yards and eight touchdowns, which is sixth in the nation and first in the SEC.

For more Georgia news, visit UGASports.com.

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From Dr. Saturday - NCAAF - Yahoo Sports - Georgia RB Todd Gurley indefinitely suspended amid NCAA rules investigation

"Hook 'em Horns" signal creator dies at age 78

The University of Texas says the former cheerleader and state judge credited with creating the ''Hook 'em Horns" hand signal has died. From ESPN.com - College Football - "Hook 'em Horns" signal creator dies at age 78

Georgia suspends RB Gurley for NCAA violation

Georgia Bulldogs tailback Todd Gurley has been indefinitely suspended during an ongoing investigation into an alleged violation of NCAA rules. From ESPN.com - College Football - Georgia suspends RB Gurley for NCAA violation

Hautelinks: Week of 10/9/14

Jennifer Lawrence broke her silence over the recent photo scandal with incredible insight, earning her the title of, “Girl on Fire” onscreen and off the screen. If you, like us, are marathoning Gilmore Girls on Netflix, you’ll love this “Where Are They Now?” with the cast. Also, if you’re like us, you’re probably obsessed with […] From College Fashion - Hautelinks: Week of 10/9/14

Mock selection reveals work for playoff panel

Mock selection reveals work for playoff panel From College Football News : CBSSports.com - Mock selection reveals work for playoff panel

College Football 2014 Week 7 Preview: Cheerleader Edtion [PHOTOS]

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Mean Girls Star Damian Made The Funniest “Stay With Me” Parody Ever

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Jury suggests life sentence in Auburn murders

A jury has recommended life without parole for an Alabama convicted of murdering two former Auburn football players and third man at an off-campus party. From ESPN.com - College Football - Jury suggests life sentence in Auburn murders

The Very Best ’90s Street Style From Our Childhood TV Shows [#TBT]

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Ring responsibly: Miss. St. offers cowbell warning

Mississippi State athletic director Scott Stricklin wants the school's fans to practice proper "cowbell etiquette" when the No. 3 Bulldogs host No. 2 Auburn on Saturday at Davis Wade Stadium. From ESPN.com - College Football - Ring responsibly: Miss. St. offers cowbell warning

This Mirror Showers You With Compliments

While Prince Charming might not exist, this magical mirror is proof that fairytales can still come true. From Gossip, Fast Fashion, Female Lifestyle, Sex & Love: CollegeCandy - This Mirror Showers You With Compliments

Harris' lawyer: Alleged victim was 'aggressor'

Attorneys for Treon Harris on Thursday said the woman accusing the suspended Florida quarterback of sexual assault was "the sexual aggressor with not one, but two young men last Sunday morning." From ESPN.com - College Football - Harris' lawyer: Alleged victim was 'aggressor'

UMass' Gordon: It was come out, or quit hoops

UMass guard Derrick Gordon told ESPN that he would have quit basketball if he did not come out publicly as gay last April. From ESPN.com - College Basketball - UMass' Gordon: It was come out, or quit hoops

Who Said It: Drake Or Wheelchair Jimmy

Who's more emo-- the rapper or the Canadian middle schooler? From Gossip, Fast Fashion, Female Lifestyle, Sex & Love: CollegeCandy - Who Said It: Drake Or Wheelchair Jimmy

UF QB Harris' attorney: No evidence of assault

UF QB Harris' attorney: No evidence of assault From College Football News : CBSSports.com - UF QB Harris' attorney: No evidence of assault

Possibly The Biggest Upset In Basketball History Happened Yesterday [VIDEO]

Yesterday we told you about Alba Berlin–a German team playing the San Antonio Spurs–solely because we thought their cheerleaders were hot. In no way, shape,... From College Life, Hot Girls, Funny Pics, Sexy Cheerleaders: COED - Possibly The Biggest Upset In Basketball History Happened Yesterday [VIDEO]

Lawyer for Treon Harris says Harris isn't guilty; accuser reportedly a Florida athlete

The lawyer for Florida QB Treon Harris said Wednesday that Harris has not been in the room of the woman accusing him of sexual assault, the woman initiated the interaction and Harris is not guilty of a crime.

Harris, who played in the second half of Florida's win over Tennessee, was suspended on Monday. He has not been arrested or charged in the matter and on Wednesday, the police report was released.

According to Florida Today, the accuser is a Florida athlete and that, per "multiple sources," a second male mentioned in the statement as having been with the woman Sunday night is also a Florida football player.

Because of a state statute allowing the school to do so in an ongoing investigation, the police report was heavily redacted. Per the Orlando Sentinel "the time and location of the alleged incident, Harris' height, weight and birth date and the name of the responding officer are the only information provided by the school."

In the statement, attorney Huntley Johnson said that Harris and the woman knew each other socially before Sunday night and the incident took place at Harris' apartment. The statement also said that based upon an appeal of Florida's decision to suspend Harris, he's allowed to take the online classes he is enrolled in. As part of his suspension he cannot be on campus.

We want to dispel the idea and rumors floating around that our client forced his way into the alleged victim's apartment. Those rumors are patently false. Mr. Harris has never been inside the young lady's room. We understand that all of the evidence was gathered from our client's room, which is where the interaction between the two parties took place. We know that an individual has given testimony to law enforcement that he had sexual relations with the alleged victim less than an hour before the alleged sexual conduct with our client took place. In fact, testimony indicates that the young lady in question was the sexual aggressor in that interaction. Our investigation has produced no evidence whatsoever that the young lady in question was impaired. We have provided law enforcement with multiple witnesses that will indicate what the interaction was between the alleged victim and our client before they returned to our client's room: they were smiling and they were holding hands. They returned to the Springs Residential Complex in a car driven by another female student who was a friend of the alleged victim.

We have provided multiple text messages to the authorities investigating this incident. These texts were exchanged among the alleged victim, Mr. Harris, and the other gentleman mentioned above. When these text messages are released, they will show that the young woman making these allegations initiated the conduct with Mr. Harris while he was still in the locker room in Knoxville. Shortly after the team plane landed, texting continued between Mr. Harris and the alleged victim. We believe the evidence will show the alleged victim was in fact in the sexual aggressor with not one, but two young men early last Sunday morning.

The lawyer also said that he does not believe Harris will be arrested or prosecuted in the incident and that Harris has cooperated fully with the investigation. If he is ultimately not charged by authorities in the matter he could still face code of conduct charges from the university based off the findings of a Title IX investigation.

Misstatements in the media to date have painted a picture that is inconsistent with the evidence. That said, we have fully cooperated with this investigation. Mr. Harris agreed to a search of his dorm room. Mr. Harris agreed to a search of his phone. Mr. Harris gave a voluntary statement to law enforcement. We have turned over at least six (6) eyewitnesses to the events in questions to law enforcement. We have turned over the text messages to law enforcement. We have suggested to law enforcement multiple locations from which they should secure video surveillance. We have provided law enforcement with information gathered from the Internet that this young woman posted on Sunday, after the alleged misconduct, where she is smiling and happy. There is no indication of any physical or mental trauma.
We have previously indicated that we do not believe that Mr. Harris will be arrested or prosecuted. That is because of our experience and the facts of this case. He is not guilty of a crime and he did not mistreat this young lady in any way that night.

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From Dr. Saturday - NCAAF - Yahoo Sports - Lawyer for Treon Harris says Harris isn't guilty; accuser reportedly a Florida athlete

John Lennon’s Birthday: Watch Him Jam With Clapton and Keith [VIDEO]

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Tarkenton: AJ McCarron lucky to play at Bama

Tarkenton: AJ McCarron lucky to play at Bama From College Football News : CBSSports.com - Tarkenton: AJ McCarron lucky to play at Bama

Marijuana Soda Bottles Have Been Exploding-And More Morning Links

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Barnett showing interest in vacant Kansas job

Barnett showing interest in vacant Kansas job From College Football News : CBSSports.com - Barnett showing interest in vacant Kansas job

Georgia Tech's Paul Johnson fires back at Duke's David Cutcliffe for recruiting comment

A day after Duke head coach David Cutcliffe said it was difficult for Georgia Tech to recruit “high-end players,” particularly wide receivers, Yellow Jackets head coach Paul Johnson fired back.

“How many receivers have they put in the NFL?” Johnson asked Wednesday, per the Atlanta Journal Constitution. “I can tell you. None. They’ve had one offensive player (drafted by) the NFL in his six years there. He probably ought to worry about his own business.”

Johnson’s retort was in response to Cutcliffe’s comments from his Tuesday press conference. Cutcliffe, in his seventh season at Duke, was asked about the disadvantages of using the spread-option offense.

Per the News & Observer, here’s what Cutcliffe said that got Johnson all riled up:

“It’s a little more difficult to recruit high-end players. Because, if you’re a defensive player on that team, you’re really not excited about spring practice. You’re not seeing what you’re going to see in pro ball, if you think you’re a pro-type of player. If I’m a receiver, why? If I’m a big-time back, still, you’re not doing anything like what you hope you do in the National Football League. Offensive line, I mean. So, hat’s off to them, they’ve done a great job getting players that fit their system and are coaching them very, very well and being very successful."

Georgia Tech, of course, has produced two of the best receivers in the NFL – Detroit’s Calvin Johnson and Denver’s Demaryius Thomas. Neither was recruited by Johnson, but Thomas stayed with the program after Johnson came over to Tech from Navy in 2008. Cutcliffe, when asked about the two NFL Pro Bowlers and how Tech’s current receivers compare, said they’re “not anything like” Johnson and Thomas.

“None of them would have gone to Georgia Tech in that offense,” Cutcliffe said per the AJC. “End of story.”

Cutcliffe softened his stance a bit on Wednesday, saying his comments were more of a reflection on the pro aspirations of high school prospects going through the recruiting process.

“We’re dealing with young people today that think about the NFL, talk about the NFL, and so any of us that are a little different (face that challenge),” Cutcliffe said on the ACC coaches teleconference. “We have the same circumstances here in who we can recruit and do recruit.”

Johnson, who is 6-0 against Cutcliffe in his time with the Yellow Jackets, wasn’t having it.

“I would think he’s got enough problems of his own,” Johnson said. “He ought to worry about his own problems instead of helping us with ours. We’ve done pretty good against him so far.”

Quietly, the 5-0 Yellow Jackets snuck into the Top 25 this week, landing at No. 22 after a 28-17 win over Miami. Duke, 4-1, are coming off a bye after it lost to Miami 22-10 two weekends ago.

The game will kick off at 12:30 p.m. ET at Bobby Dodd Stadium in Atlanta. After the two coaches traded barbs throughout the week, there might be a bit more tension in the air at kickoff.

For more Georgia Tech news, visit JacketsOnline.com.

For more Duke news, visit DevilsIllustrated.com.

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From Dr. Saturday - NCAAF - Yahoo Sports - Georgia Tech's Paul Johnson fires back at Duke's David Cutcliffe for recruiting comment

Horror U: Sorority Babes Go Cannibal in “Delta Delta Die” (2003)

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Your Study Soundtrack [Listen To This]

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New “Interstellar” Trailer Still Has Us Really Confused [VIDEO]

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Steele: Picks for biggest Week 7 games

Score predictions for Auburn-Mississippi State and other key matchups From ESPN.com - College Football - Steele: Picks for biggest Week 7 games

7 Flu-Fighting Foods To Keep You Healthy All Semester

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No. 4-ranked Ellenson commits to Marquette

Power forward Henry Ellenson, ranked No. 4 in the ESPN 100, has committed to Marquette over finalists Michigan State and Kentucky, he told ESPN. From ESPN.com - College Basketball - No. 4-ranked Ellenson commits to Marquette

Iowa State tackle Brock Dagel out for season

Iowa State will be without a starter on offense for the rest of the season.

Redshirt junior Brock Dagel, the Cyclones left tackle, suffered a knee injury that required surgery, according to the Des Moines Register.

“Brock Dagel had surgery (Wednesday),” head coach Paul Rhoads said. “Brock is done for the season.”

After starting the first four games of the season, the 6-foot-8, 305-pound Dagel did not play in last Saturday’s game at Oklahoma State. Dagel, a native of Cherokee, Iowa, started 11 games at right tackle for the Cyclones in 2013.

Dagel is the third lineman for Iowa State to go down with a season-ending injury. Fifth-year senior Ben Loth and sophomore Jacob Dunning, both reserves, also suffered serious leg injuries. Additionally, receivers Quenton Bundrage, Brett Medders and P.J. Harris are all out for the year, so the injury bug has been cruel to the Cyclones in 2014.

Coming off last weekend’s 37-20 loss to Oklahoma State, the 1-4 Cyclones will host Toledo Saturday afternoon.

For more Iowa State news, visit CycloneReport.com.

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From Dr. Saturday - NCAAF - Yahoo Sports - Iowa State tackle Brock Dagel out for season

West Virginia CB Daryl Worley reinstated after no-contest plea

West Virginia CB Daryl Worley is eligible to play Saturday against Texas Tech after he was reinstated by coach Dana Holgorsen.

Worley was suspended indefinitely in September after he was involved in an alleged altercation with a woman at a nightclub on September 14. Worley pled no contest to misdemeanor assault charges on Tuesday.

"Earlier today, I fully reinstated Daryl Worley to our football program," Holgorsen said in a statement. "The decision came after Daryl pleaded no contest to a misdemeanor assault charge stemming from an incident back in September."

As part of the no-contest plea, Worley received a six-month suspended sentence. From the West Virginia Metro News:

Prosecutors recommended a six-month jail term but did not oppose the defense’s request for a suspended sentence. The court afforded Worley unsupervised probation that extends through Aug 1, 2015.

While a no contest plea is not an admission of guilt, it carries the same legal weight as a conviction for sentencing.

As part of the altercation, Worley was alleged to have grabbed a woman by the throat and shoved her down. The incident was caught on surveillance cameras. Worley's lawyer said his client was protecting his girlfriend.

A sophomore, Worley had 17 tackles and two interceptions in West Virginia's three games before his suspension.

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From Dr. Saturday - NCAAF - Yahoo Sports - West Virginia CB Daryl Worley reinstated after no-contest plea

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