Homelessness topic catches pro football star's attention
Rev Curt Thomas of Haven of Rest Akron and his wife chauffeured Jason Hubbard to Emmaus Bible College on New Year's Day. They run a $5 million, no-government-funded operation with 90 staff serving 390000 meals and 51000 overnight stays amid addiction recovery efforts. Thomas cites stark contrasts between college sports wealth and aid for the homeless as Clarett urges awareness.
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Romberg, Anderson face off in title clash clash
Ohio State's Tim Anderson meets Miami center Brett Romberg in the national championship. Romberg, winner of the Rimington Award, anchors a massive Hurricane line as Anderson vows to disrupt Miami's explosive attack led by Dorsey and McGahee.
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Miami critics mock Big Ten parity and Cooper’s OSU ties
Miami players led by Winslow mock the Big Ten despite four teams in the top 13 AP poll. Scott argues parity hides talent gaps while Seon says Big Ten late-game unpredictability differentiates the conference. Cooper claims credit for OSU’s roster and Coker praises him as a top coach. Tressel era notes and Peach Bowl ticket scalping wrap the column.
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Wilfork faces heartbreak as Miami star plays through loss
Miami defensive tackle Vince Wilfork returns to practice after losing his mother Barbara to a stroke and contending with his father’s death earlier in the year. The 21 year old, 320 pound lineman, key to Miami's bid for the national title, expresses strength and gratitude for teammate support as he faces personal tragedy during bowl week.
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Arizona officials offered Fiesta Bowl tickets
Arizona's top politicians were offered free Fiesta Bowl tickets, though many declined. The Fiesta Bowl committee set aside over 200 tickets for statewide elected officials. Incoming Rep. Chuck Gray said, I don't think they are buying any favors, but it doesn't look good.
Stepanovich chose football over wrestling at Ohio State
Penn State lineman Stepanovich discusses his switch from wrestling to football citing Big Ten style and family wrestling ties. He recalls high school state title memories, rivals his brother Nick at Ohio State, and notes seven-time OSU offensive lineman of the week honors. The team aims for a 13 0 season with a top hotel experience and pregame perks.
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Canes Aim to Become Second Consecutive National Champion
Miami's program era under Schnellenberger and Johnson built a national powerhouse from 1983 onward. The Hurricanes claimed titles in 1987 and 1989 1991 under Erickson and Coker before faltering in key bowls, while reaching records like a 58 game home win streak and producing NFL draft leaders.
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