Kansas football: Wier shapes KU special teams and future
Kansas University senior Brandon Wier, a standout on special teams and a Rhodes Scholar candidate, balances academics with football. He aims for an MBA and possibly Wall Street, while remaining a key leader on special teams and holder for kicks as KU prepares for the season opener versus Missouri State at Memorial Stadium.
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Haskell openers stumble in 48 20 loss at Bacone
Haskell Indian Nations University bowled 48 20 by Bacone College in Muskogee Oklahoma. Coach Graham Snelding lamented flat play and poor special teams while noting quarterback Peter Hahn held under pressure. Ricky Bigger shined with three sacks as Haskell prepares for Trinity Bible College on the road and McPherson College at home.
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Fresno State edges Colorado in tight Big 12 shootout
Fresno State nips Colorado 24 to 22 as Carr and Games each score on rushing plays. Ochs throws for 346 yards for Colorado while Davis leads Fresno receivers with 95 yards. Colorado outgains Fresno 346 to 198 passing yardage and preserves the win with late defensive stands.
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Fresno State beats Colorado on final play in Thorpe Classic
Fresno State holds off Colorado 24-22 as David Carr passes for a touchdown and runs for another. The Bulldogs convert three Colorado turnovers into 17 points and stay in the Top 25 conversation under Pat Hill, who notes the program’s rise. Colorado’s Craig Ochs throws two TDs to John Minardi but ends with five turnovers, including Banks’ end zone interception. Colorado State looms next as Fresno State prevails.
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Georgia Tech stings Syracuse 13 7 in Kickoff Classic
No. 10 Georgia Tech wins 13 7 in East Rutherford as George Godsey connects with Kelly Campbell for a 72 yard record setting completion and Joe Burns adds 113 rushing yards. Syracuse struggles with Troy Nunes three sacks and delivers a loss to start the season.
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Syracuse and Georgia Tech clash in scoring rushes and passes
In a high pace game Syracuse led by rushing gains from Mungro Ferri and Nunes while Georgia Tech relied on Godsey through the air and Burns on the ground. Syracuse receivers Tyree Morant and Donnelly led targeted play with multiple completions as both teams posted solid yardage.
Warner sidelined for preseason clash with Chiefs
In St Louis Rams coach Mike Martz said Kurt Warner will not play against the Kansas City Chiefs in the final preseason game. The decision follows Warner's strong showing and aims to protect him before the Sept 9 season opener in Philadelphia.
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Lawrence KU Quarterback Club meetings set dates
The first of four Lawrence area KU Quarterback Club meetings is Sept 6 at the Memorial Stadium suite level with later sessions Oct 4 Oct 25 and Nov 15. Members may watch practice then join a meal and program starting at 6 PM. Call 864-3946 for information. Kansas University's women's rowing holds a walk on tryout information meeting at 5 PM Tuesday at Hadl Auditorium. Call 864-4207 for details.
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