2013 College Football off-season

[OleMissCub]

Since Muschamp was DC at Auburn during this time is there any chance this scandal brings down two programs?

 

If it does the NCAA will probably conclude on their findings in 2020.

 

and then do nothing.

[fiver]

Chizik's full statement

 

 

"During my tenure at Auburn, the NCAA conducted a multi-year investigation into the Auburn football program that they called “fair and thorough.” The NCAA focused intently on widespread accusations about Auburn players being paid and other alleged recruiting violations. The NCAA conducted 80 interviews. In October 2011, the NCAA rejected “rampant public speculation online and in the media.” Unfortunately, the recent story published by Selena Roberts is more of the same. It once again portrays Auburn University, current and former coaches, professors, fans, supporters and community officials in a false light.

 

Unfortunately, Ms. Roberts’ story is long on accusation and inference, but short on facts and logic. It is noteworthy that the story comes just days before a player mentioned most prominently in the article is set to go to trial for felony armed robbery. The statements are very generalized accusations devoid of substance. During my time as Auburn’s head coach, I never authorized, instructed or directed anyone to change any player’s grade or provide any type of illegal payment to any student-athlete. Likewise, I am not aware of any alleged grade change or illegal payment by any member of my coaching staff, support staff or anyone else.

 

As for logic, the notion that the conduct inferred by Ms. Roberts was occurring under the NCAA’s nose, at the very same time the NCAA is conducting its thorough investigation, lacks merit. Further, the notion that there was ever an attempt to sabotage any Auburn student-athlete’s attempt to play professional football is outrageous. Auburn’s success in transitioning student-athletes to the NFL benefits both the student-athlete and the Auburn program.

 

I remain part of the Auburn family and take these attacks on myself, the University and community seriously. During my time at Auburn, the administrators, professors and academic staff were of the highest integrity. Additionally, the inference that there was academic support staff that worked together with professors to change grades is absurd. As an Auburn resident, I take great pride in the quality and integrity of our police department. They enforce the law equally and fairly and my dealings with police Chief Tommy Dawson and his staff have been nothing short of excellent. He has handled many high profile cases with the upmost integrity and professionalism. To imply anything otherwise is simply wrong.

 

If there is a sad truth here, it is that there are no repercussions for bloggers who blast out widespread, venomous allegations and inferences in such an irresponsible manner. To make bold and outrageous conclusions on such thin support is a travesty.

 

During my tenure as Auburn’s head coach, we kept the well-being of our student- athletes at the forefront of every decision. We ran our program with the highest level of integrity and accountability. Period. I make absolutely no apologies for that. I stand firm in my statements, my support of Auburn University, its student- athletes (present and former), faculty, staff and community officials. As I stated during the NCAA investigation, I am comforted knowing that the truth always prevails."

[Guest]

Davonte Neal is transferring to Arizona.

[shnsajax]

I thought this already happened. Good players for RichRod if he ever gets it together.

[Tracer Bullet]

If who gets it together? Neal? He'll be great as soon as he steps on the field. He's mature enough to go home and be a father. He's a good kid.

 

Kiel to Cincy.

[Andy]

If who gets it together? Neal? He'll be great as soon as he steps on the field. He's mature enough to go home and be a father. He's a good kid.

Seemed pretty obvious to me he meant Rodriguez.

 

Was vaguely hoping for Kiel to Ball State, but he should fare well at Cincy.

[Warpticon]

If who gets it together? Neal? He'll be great as soon as he steps on the field. He's mature enough to go home and be a father. He's a good kid.

Seemed pretty obvious to me he meant Rodriguez.

 

Was vaguely hoping for Kiel to Ball State, but he should fare well at Cincy.

 

Until he transfers out again.

[KingCubsFan]

Davonte Neal is transferring to Arizona.

First Lynch, now Neal. Somebody needs to make sure Vanderdoes doesn't get a girl pregnant.

[Tracer Bullet]

I thought the rumors of Lynch's gf being pregnant were disproven. I think he was just homesick and many of his teammates hated him.

[Guest]

@ralphDrussoAP: Spoke to a bowl executive who said he's heard the idea of playing a postseason game in Dubai has been tossed around.”

[Old Style]

SEC Network details are supposed to be announced tomorrow. It's expected to start August 2014 and the money should be ridiculous.

[Guest]

Former Pitt running back Rushel Shell (a 5-star recruit in 2012) is transferring to UCLA.

[Cubswin11]

Who would've thought, Oregon committed major violations and Kelly leaves before it comes out

 

http://espn.go.com/college-football/story/_/id/9177148/ncaa-oregon-ducks-agree-major-violations-committed-football-program

[snoodmonger]

KU's spring game was on Sat, and Jake Heaps looked like a significant upgrade over Dayne Crist. We might actually have a Big 12 QB.

 

OU transfer Justin McCay played well, and our defensive looks to be improved. I really think Weis's JUCO strategy for this year might buy us some wins. I think we even have an outside shot at a super crappy bowl if we can stay healthy, the last of the JUCO guys make it to campus, and they can gel by conference season. OL looks to be the biggest question mark, which is scary.

[Tracer Bullet]

ND re-ups with NBC through 2025. Still looking for a reliable estimate on $$s.

 

http://www.nbcumv.com/mediavillage/sports/nbcsports/pressreleases?pr=contents/press-releases/2013/04/18/notredamenbcspo1366299482518.xml

[Slugger_16]

I'm just gonna go ahead and put this here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=bIUH4n0mXWc

 

And yes, this is indeed Mark Richt's son, David.

[snoodmonger]

I'm just gonna go ahead and put this here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=bIUH4n0mXWc

 

And yes, this is indeed Mark Richt's son, David.

 

Ouch.

[UMFan83]

So....the Big Ten is realigning again and instead of Legends and Leaders are basing it on geography. New divisions:

 

East

Indiana

Maryland

Michigan

Michigan State

Ohio State

Penn State

Rutgers

 

West

Illinois

Iowa

Minnesota

Nebraska

Northwestern

Purdue

Wisconsin

 

Also B1G going to 9 game conference season.

 

Michigan, Michigan State, Ohio State and Penn State in the same division.

[Andy]

Adding to that: 9-game B1G schedule will begin in 2016.

[sneakypower]

fantastic news.

[Tracer Bullet]

Makes a lot more sense

[Derwood]

Adding to that: 9-game B1G schedule will begin in 2016.

 

do the new divisions start in 2013?

 

Yikes, the East is a bear

[Andy]

Adding to that: 9-game B1G schedule will begin in 2016.

 

do the new divisions start in 2013?

 

Yikes, the East is a bear

New divisions start in 2014.

[Ding Dong Johnson]

So....the Big Ten is realigning again and instead of Legends and Leaders are basing it on geography.

They should have [expletive] done that from the beginning.

[Derwood]

So....the Big Ten is realigning again and instead of Legends and Leaders are basing it on geography.

They should have [expletive] done that from the beginning.

 

Too concerned with setting up a Michigan vs OSU championship game to think rationally.

 

Congrats on Iowa being in the cream puff division, btw