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NUGGETS &
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RECENTLY UPDATED FOR FRIDAY, NOV. 30, 2012
Southern Miss sells home game to
Nebraska
Payoff may go for
Johnson's buyout. Read more at
deadspin.com.
Troubled Mathieu opts for NFL
draft
Heisman finalist missed
2012 season at LSU. Read more at
espn.com.
'Huskers, Sooners to meet again
Rivalry to resume in 2021,
2022. Read more at
sportsillustrated.com.
Former Saban assistant gearing
to stop Tide
Graham now defensive
coordinator at Georgia. Read more at
The New York Times.
Notre Dame keeps it going at
home
Irish stun Kentucky. Read
more at
ABC News.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
THURSDAY, NOV. 29, 2012
Louisville headed to ACC
Cardinals add strength in
football and basketball. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Middle Tennessee, Florida
Atlantic to move to C-USA
Jump from Sun Belt to take
place in 2014. Read more at
espn.com.
Gruden denies offer from Vols
Rumor includes part
ownership of Cleveland Browns. Read more at
sportsillustrated.com.
Kentucky hires Mark Stoops
Seminoles defensive
coordinator has competitive challenge at SEC outpost.
foxsports.com.
Irish capable of competing with
SEC
Some view Notre Dame as a
sure loser in BCS battle, but not Pat Forde. Read more at
Yahoo Sports.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
WEDNESDAY, NOV. 28, 2012
ECU to Big East for football in
2014
Tulane will be an
all-sports member. Read more from
The Associated Press.
Report says Dykes to interview
with Wolfpack
N.C. State board has
emergency meeting. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
UNC-Chapel Hill affirms
intentions to remain in ACC
Email addresses rumors of
move to another league. Read more at
espn.com.
From 12 wins to 12 losses
Southern Miss terminates
Johnson. Read more at
The Jackson Clarion-Ledger.
Tulsa AD suspected of gambling
activity
Parmley suspended during
investigation. Read more at
sportsillustrated.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
TUESDAY, NOV. 27, 2012
Irish await SEC champion
Notre Dame assured of
berth in BCS showdown in Miami. Read more at
sportsillustrated.com.
Kiffin confident of keeping job
Southern Cal stumbled down
the stretch. Read more at
foxsportswest.com.
Blue Devils climb to No. 2
Win over Louisville
prompts jump. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Mum's the word for Murray
Georgia QB not doing
interviews as he prepares for 'Bama. Read more at
The Birmingham News.
A&M's Johnny Football is talking
Freshman quarterback says
this has been a 'surreal season.' Read more at
sportsillustrated.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
MONDAY, NOV. 26, 2012
State parts with O'Brien
Search committee met
Sunday night. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Chizik out at Auburn
Dismissal comes two years
after national title. Read more at
espn.com.
Spaziani gone at Boston College
Eagles' record kept
declining. Read more at
sportsillustrated.com.
Ex-UTEP cheerleader gets record
She does 49 flips from one
end of field to the other. Read more at
foxsports.com.
Manziel makes case for Heisman
Texas A&M quarterback sets
SEC total offense mark. Read more at
The Dallas Morning News.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
SUNDAY, NOV. 25, 2012
Brash boxer Camacho dies
Life support removed after
shooting. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Bowl-banned Buckeyes finish 12-0
Win over Michigan caps
season. Read more at
The Columbus Dispatch.
Hokies become bowl eligible
Virginia Tech beats
Virginia for the ninth straight time. Read more at
espn.com.
Marshall defensive coordinator
resigns
Herd yielded 65 points at
ECU. Read more at
The Huntington Herald-Dispatch.
Florida makes case for title
consideration
Gators roll past
Seminoles. Read more at
sportsillustrated.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
SATURDAY, NOV. 24, 2012
Syracuse closes Big East play
with win over Temple
Orange (7-5) assured of
winning record. Read more at
espn.com.
Struggling Auburn also dealing
with NCAA
Situation could affect
Chizik's job status. Read more at
USA Today.
Nebraska earns berth in Big Ten
title game
Cornhuskers win 13-7 at
Iowa. Read more at
espn.com.
Buckeyes bid for perfect season
Michigan in Ohio State's
way. Read more at
sportingnews.com.
Boxer Camacho brain dead
Shot at nighgt club in
Puerto Rico with bags of cocaine in vehicle. Read more at
The Miami Herald
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
FRIDAY, NOV. 23, 2012
Boeheim shares thoughts on
conference realignment
Syracuse coach proposes
draft of schools. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
ESPN secures rights to college
football playoff games
Deal runs through 2025
season. Read more at
espn.com.
College football coaching
salaries increase
Compensation up
significantly from previous season. Read more at
USA Today.
Unusual year for Heisman
candidates
Johnny Football, Irish
linebacker top contenders. Read more at
foxsportssouth.com.
Rimpf guiding Jack Britt in 4-AA
playoffs
Brother's injury leads to
support from military community. Read more at
highschoolot.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
THURSDAY, NOV. 22, 2012
College player scores 138 points
Jack Taylor takes 108
shots in Division III game. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Butler does it against Tar Heels
North Carolina falls
behind, rally comes up short. Read more at
The Charlotte Observer.
USC backup quarterback calls for
win
Trojans hosting unbeaten
Notre Dame. Read more at
si.com.
'Macho' Camacho shot in Puerto
Rico
Stylish boxer was in car
outside night club. Read more at
The Orlando Sentinel.
Gamecocks going for fourth
straight against Clemson
South Carolina has been
able to slow Tigers' offense. Read more at
The Spartanburg Herald-Journal.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
WEDNESDAY, NOV. 21, 2012
State senator says action needed
on UNC academic fraud
Goolsby calls for criminal
probe, resignation of trustees. Read more at
wral.com.
Rutgers makes exit official
Scarlet Knights make move
from Big East to Big Ten. Read more at
espn.com.
Cal pulls plug on Tedford
Coach guided Bears for 11
years. Read more at
sportsillustrated.com.
Big Sky acknowledges missed call
Northern Colorado made
late stop with 12 players. Read more at
foxsports.com.
UAB's struggles continue at gate
Blazers' attendance lowest
since moving to Division I-A in 1996. Read more at
The Birmingham News.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
TUESDAY, NOV. 20, 2012
Maryland makes exit official
Terps expect to benefit
financially in Big Ten. Read more at
The Washington Post.
Rutgers would give Big Ten 14
members
Scarlet Knights appear set
to depart Big East. Read more at
The New York Times.
Miami bows out of bowl
Hurricanes' action sets up
ACC title game between Jackets and Seminoles. Read more at
The Miami Herald.
North Carolina bombards Bulldogs
Tar Heels roll in Hawaii
opener. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
'Group of five' could affect
migration to Big East
San Diego State, BYU,
Boise State may find Mountain West to their liking. Read more at
espn.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
MONDAY, NOV. 19, 2012
Maryland decision may be
imminent
Terps talking seriously
with Big Ten. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Vols fire Dooley
Move comes after drubbing
from Vanderbilt made Tennessee 4-19 in SEC under his guidance. Read more
at
The Knoxville News Sentinel.
Tennessee's wish list includes
Tressel, Gruden
Former ECU AD Dave Hart
values head coaching experience. Read more at
The Sporting News.
Miami hasn't made up its mind
Canes could have Golden
opportunity to play in Orange Bowl. Read more at
sportsillustrated.com.
Replay official may have cost
Ducks shot at BCS title
Stanford awarded TD in OT
win on overturned call. Read more at
foxsports.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
SUNDAY, NOV. 18, 2012
Maryland, Rutgers talking with
Big 10
$50 million exit fee could
be stumbling block for Terps. Read more at
espn.com.
Duke tumbles at Georgia Tech
Yellow Jackets await Miami
decision. Read more at
The Atlanta-Journal Constitution.
Notre Dame stays unbeaten
Fighting Irish shut out
Wake. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Clemson gets untracked
Tigers outscore Wolfpack.
Read more at
foxsports.com.
Ohio State still perfect
Buckeyes beat Badgers in
OT. Read more at
espn.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
SATURDAY, NOV. 17, 2012
N.C. State extends AD's contract
Yow also gets raise from
board of trustees. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Tennessee draws additional
probation
Actions of former
assistant lead to more sanctions from NCAA. Read more at
sportsillustrated.com.
Renner lifts Tar Heels
Outcome ends Cavaliers'
bowl hopes. Read more at
espn.com.
Examining college football's
unbeaten teams
A look at the matchups
that impact the championship picture.
sportsonearth.com.
Sumlin has Aggies clicking
Former Houston coach has
his offense working in SEC. Read more at
The Birmingham News.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
FRIDAY, NOV. 16, 2012
Texas A&M receiver reported safe
Johnson had been missing
since Monday. Read more at
espn.com.
Coaches on the hot seat
List of 10 includes two
from C-USA. Read more at
USA Today.
Aggies fan pays off on bet
Gets tattoo with score of
Alabama upset on his rear end. Read more at
lostlettermen.com.
Tuberville reprimanded by Big 12
Texas Tech coach knocked
graduate assistant's headset off. Read more at
sportsillustrated.com.
Wolfpack hoops wins in Puerto
Rico
Penn State falls, 72-55.
Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
THURSDAY, NOV. 15, 2012
Duke holds off defending
champions
Curry gives Blue Devils
lift against Kentucky. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
ACC reaches lucrative deal with
Orange Bowl
Payout will average $55
million annually. Read more at
espn.com.
Huge payout accompanies Sugar
Bowl
Agreement runs through
2026 for SEC, Big 12. Read more at
sportsillustrated.com.
Search on for Texas A&M receiver
Johnson has been missing
since Monday. Read more at
sportsillustrated.com.
Southern Miss in tailspin
Golden Eagles have gone
from 12 wins in 2011 to none thus far this season. Read more at
foxsports.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
WEDNESDAY, NOV. 14, 2012
ACC Coastal race up for grabs
Duke, Georgia Tech still
in picture. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Trouble for K-State?
QB Collin Klein on Sports
Illustrated cover. Read more at
Yahoo Sports.
More bowl projections
Pirates headed for Fort
Worth or St. Pete, according to projections. Read more at
USA Today.
Big East announces divisions in
football
Format in effect for 2013,
2014 seasons with championship game. Read more at
espn.com.
Leach denies abuse
Investigations will check
out former Washington State player's contentions. Read more at
foxsports.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
TUESDAY, NOV. 13, 2012
No automatic berth for Big East
in new bowl formula
Five leagues, including
Conference USA, will vie for lucrative spot. Read more at
espn.com.
Panthers fire special teams
coach
Murphy's unit yielded
76-yard punt return against Denver. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Dooley not certain if dismissal
imminent
Dave Hart said no decision
has been made on Tennessee head football coaching position. Read more at
sportsillustrated.com.
USA Today has Pirates ranked
highest in state
ECU moves up to No. 48
during open date. Read more at
USA Today.
Kelly makes his case
Fighting Irish coach feels
his team should be in national championship discussion. Read more at
foxsports.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
MONDAY, NOV. 12, 2012
Allegations against Leach sound
familiar
Washington State's top
receiver leaves team. Read more at
espn.com.
Conference commissioners meeting
on bowl format
Inclusion of Big East,
C-USA, others among issues. Read more at
sportsillustrated.com.
Saints go marching
Falcons dealt first loss.
Read more at
USA Today.
Postseason projection has
Pirates in Fort Worth
ECU would oppose Air Force
in Armed Forces Bowl on Dec. 29, according to CBS projection. Read more
at
cbssports.com.
Alabama's loss shakes up title
picture
If Oregon and Kansas State
win out, they likely would play for the BCS championship. Read more at
The New York Times.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
SUNDAY, NOV. 11, 2012
'Bama goes down
'Johnny Football' leads
Texas A&M past No. 1 Tide, 29-24. Read more at
The Birmingham News.
Yellow Jackets sting UNC for 68
points
Georgia Tech rallies for
win in Chapel Hill. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
New Hokies hoops coach gets win
in opener
Virginia Tech tops East
Tennessee State. Read more at
The Richmond Times-Dispatch.
Louisville tumbles from unbeaten
ranks
Syracuse blasts Cardinals
in Carrier Dome. Read more at
USA Today.
Longhorns pay tribute
Texas starts win over Iowa
State in wishbone in memory of legendary coach. Read more at
foxsports.com.
Better late than never for Cavs
TD pass in closing seconds
lifts Virginia over visiting Miami. Read more at
The Roanoke Times.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
SATURDAY, NOV. 10, 2012
Seminoles score late to win at
Virginia Tech
Hokies fall to an
uncharacteristic 4-6. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Texas A&M fitting in with SEC
Aggies have trip to
Alabama on tap. Read more at
USA Today.
Chizik on chopping block?
Auburn 0-6 in SEC play two
years after national title. Read more at
si.com.
Houston player in critical
condition
Hayden tears vein in heart
during practice. Read more at
espn.com.
Cardboard cutout of Saban causes
furor
Thieves return image to
convenience store. Read more at
yardbarker.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
FRIDAY, NOV. 9, 2012
David Thompson auctioning NCAA
championship ring, other items
Former N.C. State star
says fans can enjoy memorabilia. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Star defensive lineman decommits
from Clemson
Tigers remain a
possibility for Nkemdiche. Read more at
si.com.
USC Trojans fined for less air
in footballs
Bush moves seem to be the
norm for storied program. Read more at
lostlettermen.com.
Petrino wants to get back in
coaching
Wayward former Arkansas
coach interested in Kentucky vacancy. Read more at
USA Today.
Private company hired at Auburn
to check players at curfew
Tigers have had issues on
and off the field. Read more at
The Birmingham News.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
THURSDAY, NOV. 8, 2012
Former pitching prospect Brien
Taylor draws prison term
Ex-East Carteret ace was
dealing cocaine. Read more at
wralspotsfan.com.
Minor league team in Wilmington
fails at ballot box
Braves sought to put Class
A team in Port City. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Two different scenarios for ECU
in bowl predictions
Beef O'Brady's or Armed
Forces are picks for Pirates. Read more at
USA Today.
Former Texas football coach
Darrell Royal succumbs at age 88
Led Longhorns to two
national titles. Read more at
sportsillustrated.com.
Green Wave ground game
struggling
Tulane's rushing yards
rank 119th among 120 FBS teams. Read more at
The New Orleans Times-Picayune.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
WEDNESDAY, NOV. 7, 2012
SEC-Big 12 matchup headed for
Sugar Bowl
ESPN will pay $80 million,
same as Rose Bowl. Read more at
espn.com.
K-State's Klein an unknown
quantity for TCU game
Wildcats quarterback had
head injury against Oklahoma State. Read more at
sportsillustrated.com.
Michigan adds non-conference
foes
Wolverines lost dates with
Notre Dame. Read more at
sportsillustrated.com.
Leach berates players at
Washington State
Program showing
instability in transition to former Red Raider's coaching style. Read
more at
lostlettermen.com.
Georgia Tech quarterbacks
competing again this week
Lee, Washington vie for
start at North Carolina. Read more at
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
TUESDAY, NOV. 6, 2012
Campbell fires Dale Steele
Former ECU assistant will
step down at end of 2012 season. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Irish get a break in triple
overtime win
Big East officials missed
infraction that would have helped Pitt. Read more at
sportsillustrated.com.
Pirates move up to tie for 54th
in complete national rankings
ECU tied with Miami of
Florida. Read more at
USA Today.
NFL officials uses bad language
Obscenities audible at
Dolphins-Colts game. Read more at
foxsports.com.
Old Dominion tops Georgia State
Monarchs QB has tough
homecoming in victory. Read more at
The Virginian-Pilot.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
MONDAY, NOV. 5, 2012
Hebert booted from LSU
press box
Former Saints quarterback
was warned about cheering before being escorted out. Read more at
usatoday.com
Panthers break through against
Redskins
5-game losing streak ends.
Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Phillips era ending at Kentucky
Loss to Vandy preceded
termination. Read more at
sportsillustrated.com.
Horned Frogs gamble and
win
TCU extends West
Virginia's struggles. Read more at
usatoday.com.
Klein's status
uncertain
Kansas State quarterback
injured in second half of win over Oklahoma State. Read more at
foxsports.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
SUNDAY, NOV. 4, 2012
Bobcats snap losing streak
One-point win at home over
Pacers stops 23-game slide going back to last season. Read more at
wralsportsfan.com.
Washington finally gets road win
Sankey's running helps
Huskies take care of business. Read more at
sportsillustrated.com.
Challenging scenario: No
unbeaten teams in college football
November will help define
BCS title pairing. Read more from
USA Today.
Mathieu moves to Florida
Former Heisman finalist
leaves Baton Rouge to live with former LSU teammate's family. Read more
at
lostlettermen.com.
New York City Marathon canceled
Action taken as result of
sentiment following super storm Sandy. Read more from
The New York Times.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
SATURDAY, NOV. 3, 2012
Tide tandem performing well
Kickers decided first
Alabama-LSU matchup last season. Read more from
The Birmingham News.
Pitt players deny charges
Assault summons come with
Panthers getting ready to face Notre Dame. Read more from
USA Today.
'Conspiracy of silence'
protected Sandusky
Former Penn State
president Spanier draws accusations from prosecutors. Read more at
sportsillustrated.com.
Stanford study says
college football impacts elections
Buckeyes win would favor
incumbent. Read more at
lostlettermen.com.
Holtz, Bulls facing tough
defense
UConn allowing just 291.1
yards per game, best in Big East. Read more from
The Tampa Tribune.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
FRIDAY, NOV. 2, 2012
Big rivals Alabama, LSU collide
Two meetings last season
were split but Tide won for BCS title. Read more at
espn.com.
ACC official discusses kickoff
times
Everybody wants to play at
home at night. Read more at
theacc.com.
Georgia quarterback overcomes
mistakes
Aaron Murray helps Dawgs
top Gators. Read more from
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution.
Bears wary of Chris Johnson
Ex-ECU standout is a 'home
run hitter.' Read more from
The Chicago Tribune.
Snyder continues miracles at
K-State
Former doormat No. 2 in
BCS standings. Read more at
foxsportssouthwest.com.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
THURSDAY, NOV. 1, 2012
Sandusky housed with
death row inmates
Former Penn State
assistant in protective custody. Read more at
sportsillustrated.com.
USF defense struggling
Holtz hoping to end
six-game losing streak. Read more from
The Tampa Tribune.
Dunn's 100-yard returns
a record
Utah gets a boost from
special team star. Read more at
foxsports.com.
Buckeyes schedule
Boston College
Home and home set will
start in 2020. Read more at
cbssports.com.
Alabama-Oregon is
predicted title game
One prognosticator has
Pirates in Beef O'Brady's Bowl. Read more from
USA Today.
For a more extensive
compilation of headlines from ECU and beyond, visit
Greg Vacek's Web Headlines Roundup...
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