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Kafkaesque: Mike Kafka a Leading Northwestern Coaching Candidate

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In the immortal words of Ron Burgundy, "boy that escalated quickly." Northwestern has fired head coach Pat Fitzgerald, and we have more on his complicated and tainted legacy here. For now, NU needs a new head coach, for the first time since 2006. Is New York Giants offensive coordinator Mike Kafka the guy? Will things get Kafkaesque in Evanston, with a metamorphosis at the … [Read more...] about Kafkaesque: Mike Kafka a Leading Northwestern Coaching Candidate

When Will Philadelphia Eagles Start Mike Kafka at QB in a Game?

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This week, Philadelphia Eagles superstar quarterback Michael Vick is mending from broken ribs. He stayed in the game, a season-deflating loss to the Arizona Cardinals, but he admitted to the media that his desire to play was a tad selfish and hurt the team. At 3-6, their season is over so there's no reason to play Vick if he's anything less than 100% this week. Vick is the … [Read more...] about When Will Philadelphia Eagles Start Mike Kafka at QB in a Game?

Philadelphia Eagles Fans, Here’s the Dossier on QB Mike Kafka

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Last night, a neck injury to Philadelphia Eagles superstar quarterback Michael Vick forced him to leave the nationally broadcast night game at the Atlanta Falcons. The Eagles lost, and Vick's injury was revealed to be a concussion. Who knows if he'll be back for next week? The Eagles #QB2 Vince Young, was not active. (Not sure when he'll be back either) Meaning the emergency … [Read more...] about Philadelphia Eagles Fans, Here’s the Dossier on QB Mike Kafka

College Football hope springs Eternal in April

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By Paul M. Banks EVANSTON, IL- In this city, the phrase "wait till next year" is a natural part of the local dialect. It specifically refers to the Chicago Cubs' postseason ineptitude since 1908. (And if early returns are any indication, things will likely not change this October. But the phrase also applies to another Chicago area team: the Northwestern Wildcats, who … [Read more...] about College Football hope springs Eternal in April

Juice Williams, All-Big Ten Selection!! Wait…Juice Williams, All-Big Ten Selection????

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By Paul Schmidt Let me be the first to say, I love Juice Williams, and I want you to, too.  I think he's a great kid.  I think he was the most deserving player of all that received mention as a Big Ten Sportsmanship Award Nominee. The grace with which he handled his demotion, and the teaching capabilities he showed with Eddie McGee and Jacob Charest surprised even me, … [Read more...] about Juice Williams, All-Big Ten Selection!! Wait…Juice Williams, All-Big Ten Selection????

Northwestern Gives #8 Iowa First Loss 17-10

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By Paul M. Banks All year long, Iowa wasn’t just wining ugly, they were winning HIDEOUSLY. To their immense credit, the un-sexiest 9-0 team in college football history kept winning, despite a starting quarterback, Ricky Stanzi who is to throwing interceptions what cable news is to covering celebrity deaths. The Iowa Hawkeyes got off to the best start in school history with … [Read more...] about Northwestern Gives #8 Iowa First Loss 17-10

College Football Live Blog Week 3, Nighttime games!

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Welcome to our nighttime version of the college football live blog!  There's a few great matchups tonight, starting with Northwestern at Syracuse, and to be followed by Texas Tech-Texas and Arkansas-Georgia.  Should be a fun night, and we'll kick it off with some musings from my guy PB about one of his many alma maters, Northwestern! Syracuse 3, Northwestern 0 (12:33 left … [Read more...] about College Football Live Blog Week 3, Nighttime games!

Northwestern 09 Season off to Fantastic Start

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  By Paul M. Banks Chicago’s hometown Big Ten team, the Northwestern Wildcats, began the season in a manner that most predicted they would. Granted it was against Towson, an FCS (formerly I-AA) opponent, but a 47-14 win is still a 47-14 win.Quarterback Mike Kafka made a lot of plays, starting 7-8 passing and finishing 15-20 for 192 yards. The strength of the team, the … [Read more...] about Northwestern 09 Season off to Fantastic Start