"It was my first big play at the University of Florida," Tebow said. "Being able to go in there and contribute and keep that drive going and beat Tennessee on the way to a national championship was huge." ...more

September 15, 2008

a kaleidoscope of painted faces, replica jerseys, marching-band anthems, tailgate feasts, gigantic stadiums, wall-to-wall television coverage, omnipresent fantasy leagues and, yes, wagering - it's almost a nation unto itself. ...more

September 10, 2008

Heisman Trophy winner Tim Tebow spent the first three quarters against Miami scrambling right and left, backpedaling early and often, making off-balance throws and having to break tackles for every precious yard. ...more

September 9, 2008

A decorated cornerback gets his foot tangled up with a receiver. A rookie corner misses an assignment. A 10-time Pro Bowl linebacker has to leave in crunch time due to a strained hamstring. ...more

September 8, 2008

It appears QB Tim Tebow is going to need a few less ice packs this season. ...more

August 31, 2008

Charleston Southern at Miami 7:30 p.m. Thursday, No TV With former Plant High standout Robert Marve suspended for the season opener, freshman Jacory Harris will start at QB as UM plays its first regular-season game in its new home, Dolphin Stadium. ...more

August 25, 2008

If the University of South Florida makes another run toward the top of the national rankings this season, the Bulls won't have as far to go as last year. ...more

August 2, 2008

Thinking 'out loud until it started to hurt... Chinese 'officials announced that dog meat, a local favorite, will be removed from menus of officially designated Olympic restaurants during the Summer Games, and Beijing tourism officials are telling other outlets to discourage consumers from ordering dishes made from Fido. I wonder if that also includes no Great Danish for breakfast. ...more

July 12, 2008

By this time next year, Aaron Murray will be at the college of his choice - a good five months before the rest of his graduating Plant High class. ...more

January 15, 2008

Coming into this season, junior quarterback Todd Boeckman had attempted 10 passes for the Ohio State Buckeyes. And he was replacing Troy Smith, the Heisman Trophy winner. ...more

January 5, 2008