Wednesday, January 12, 2011

College Football

Coach Promises a Passionate and Selfless Restoration at Michigan

Brady Hoke, a former Michigan assistant, was hired to a seemingly near-universal embrace among Michigan’s former players and promised that tradition would be his centerpiece.

Tv Sports

Forsaking Fact for Emotion, Musburger Keeps It Vague

During his play-calling in the Bowl Championship Series, the veteran announcer goes for all the Tostitos.

Analysis

For Auburn, Grimaces May Still Replace Smiles

Auburn cannot lock the crystal championship trophy in a case until the N.C.A.A. finishes the Cam Newton investigation.

Boston College’s Herzlich Chosen for Rudy Award

Linebacker Mark Herzlich has won the Rudy Award after missing a season with a rare form of bone cancer then returning to play his senior year.

Sports of The Times

A Saving Grace Bounces to Its Feet

Michael Dyer did not know if he was down, and he heard no whistle, so he kept running.

Viewership Drops for B.C.S. Game

Auburn’s 22-19 victory over Oregon on Monday night in the B.C.S. title game was seen by an average 27.3 million viewers, down nearly 12 percent from last year’s game.

After Miles Decides to Stay at L.S.U., Michigan Hires Another Ex-Assistant

The former Wolverines assistant takes over from Rich Rodriguez after reviving the programs at Ball State and San Diego State.

Point/Counterpoint
Who Will Win the B.C.S. Title Game?

The top two teams in the country, Auburn and Oregon, will play for the national title. Watch a video debate and then vote for the team you think will win.

Multimedia
Bowl Replay: Jan. 1, 2011

Highlights from the day in college football: Texas Christian wins the Rose Bowl, the Big Ten went 0-5 and Urban Meyer coached his last game at Florida.

Pregame Huddle: B.C.S. Bowl Preview

There are plenty of marquee matchups besides the B.C.S. title game. Paul Myerberg tells Connor Ennis who he thinks will come out on top.

Leading Off

Mixed Welcome at Michigan for New Coach

There were few glasses clinking at the news that Michigan football is turning to Brady Hoke, but some writers predicted fans would eventually love him.

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