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LOUIS -- In the aftermath of Michigan State's pulsating 70-69 win over Tennessee that sent the Spartans to the Final Four, Mr. March held court in the center of a rapidly emptying locker room. Predictably, Tom Izzo tried to find as many other people as possible to credit for the Spartans' latest trip to basketball's holy land. In no particular order, he mentioned his current players, a currently injured player, a former player who is now on his staff, a former player who is a Hall of Fame point guard and the program's 13 (yes, 13) managers. Here's a newsflash, Tom: The guys who pick up the towels are not the reason your team, with three starters carrying various degrees of debilitating leg injuries, is improbably headed to Indianapolis. You are. This is not the time to spread the credit around or mince words. After the fifth-seeded Spartans' latest remarkable March march, which included four wins by a total of 13 points to nab the program's sixth Final Four appearance in 12 seasons, it is time to state the truth. Tom Izzo is the best college basketball coach in America. Relax, North Carolina and Duke fans. No one's slighting your leading men or their career accomplishments. We're talking about right now, this very moment, two days after Izzo pulled off the near-impossible and made Michigan State's three-year turn-of-last-decade run now look more like the rule rather than the exception. Think last season's dramatic push to the national title game in Detroit with a youthful roster was stirring? This year's Spartans have overcome a leadership void, player-coach discontent and a back-stiffening gym-floor sleepover in addition to the late rash of injuries. Their quartet of NCAA tournament wins are highlighted by a crucial lane violation, a buzzer-beating three and the country's largest temporary (and most loquacious) point guard dropping a delicious dime that helped beat Tennessee. And let's be honest: On the list of legendary college basketball settings, how long after Westwood, Lawrence, Chapel Hill and Durham would it take to finally get to East Lansing? Izzo doesn't get enough credit for the level of talent he brings in, considering he's selling kids on winters in central Michigan. Meanwhile, RoyWilliams' office phone has a golden arches insignia on it. It's almost enough to provide the framework for a hokey movie plot, except Izzo's coaching style and success are so boringly predictable, what would the poster even look like? One man ... rallies a team of rag-tag youths to glory ... by extolling the virtues of rebounding ... and defense. "... [One] of the hungriest, humblest people who achieved as much in their business as anyone I can imagine ... " -- Bruce Pearl, Tennessee coach. "... He's the best in the nation when it comes to the NCAA tournament. He has his team always prepared, they always are ready ..." -- Magic Johnson, former Michigan State star, 1979 national champion. "... Seriously, I've gotten way too much credit for [these Final Fours]. It's the players that do it ..." -- Tom Izzo, praise-deflecting metronome. Wait, how did that last one get in there? That's not going to make people want to beware the Izz of March, but that's part of what makes the man The Man. OK, if he's not going to brag about his work when the lights are brightest, these bullets will do it for him: • He's now the second coach in the 64-team era to make getting to the Final Four a coin flip over a 12-year span, after Duke's Mike Krzyzewski. • He now has more Final Fours than any active coach other than Coach K (11) and Roy Williams (7), and has done it in 15 seasons, for a 40 percent success rate. That matched Krzyzewski's Final Four yield before Sunday's win over Baylor ... if you ignored his first 10 seasons as a head coach before making his initial trip in 1986. Roy's seven appearances are in 21 eligible seasons, or 33 percent of the time. • Overall, Izzo is now 35-11 in the NCAA tournament, a .761 winning percentage that places him snugly between Coach K and Williams in second place for all active coaches. • He's now 16-3 on the second day of an NCAA tournament weekend and 6-1 in Elite Eight games, making him a better closer than Mariano Rivera. • He can do it as the chalk or as the dog. All three times Izzo's team was a No. 1 seed, it made the Final Four. This is the second time he's done it as a 5-seed. For his next trick, Mr. March meets Hoosiers 2, and we get one of the most absurd coaching tales-of-the-tape in Final Four history. In one corner, there's Izzo with his six-in-12. In the other, there's Butler's Brad Stevens, who looks like he's 12. Izzo's national title team in 2000 was built around the Flintstones. Stevens' TV watching schedule in 2000 was built around the Flintstones. Heck, when Izzo took over at Michigan State in 1995 from fellow legend Jud Heathcote, he could have recruited Stevens, who graduated from D-III DePauw in 1999 and was Butler's team manager a decade ago. And here's the hoot: Michigan State is a 1.5-point underdog. To a mid-major. It's hard to believe anyone at this point bets against Izzo, let alone should get points to take him. If form holds, the streets will once again flow with the blood of the nonbelievers. If he does win that one, Izzo may get a chance to definitively settle the current pound-for-pound title fair and square with a title-game triumph over Duke. With all due respect to Williams, whose Tar Heels blasted past the Spartans on the way to national titles in both 2005 and 2009, Izzo's never gone 5-11 in the Big Ten. So keep your eyes peeled on the sidelines this weekend, because the best college basketball coach in the land will be in action at the Final Four. And, yes, Mike Krzyzewski will be there, too. [image] Michigan St. is in the Final Four despite injuries and a myriad of other issues Izzo has taken six teams to the Final Four, as top seeds and underdogs Overall, Izzo's now 35-11 in the NCAA tournament, a .761 winning percentage Andy Glockner INSIDE COLLEGE BASKETBALL SI.com ST. LOUIS -- In the aftermath of Michigan State's pulsating 70-69 win over Tennessee that sent the Spartans to the Final Four, Mr. March held court in the center of a rapidly emptying locker room. Predictably, Tom Izzo tried to find as many other people as possible to credit for the Spartans' latest trip to basketball's holy land. In no particular order, he mentioned his current players, a currently injured player, a former player who is now on his staff, a former player who is a Hall of Fame point guard and the program's 13 (yes, 13) managers. Here's a newsflash, Tom: The guys who pick up the towels are not the reason your team, with three starters carrying various degrees of debilitating leg injuries, is improbably headed to Indianapolis. You are. This is not the time to spread the credit around or mince words. After the fifth-seeded Spartans' latest remarkable March march, which included four wins by a total of 13 points to nab the program's sixth Final Four appearance in 12 seasons, it is time to state the truth. Tom Izzo is the best college basketball coach in America. Relax, North Carolina and Duke fans. No one's slighting your leading men or their career accomplishments. We're talking about right now, this very moment, two days after Izzo pulled off the near-impossible and made Michigan State's three-year turn-of-last-decade run now look more like the rule rather than the exception. Think last season's dramatic push to the national title game in Detroit with a youthful roster was stirring? This year's Spartans have overcome a leadership void, player-coach discontent and a back-stiffening gym-floor sleepover in addition to the late rash of injuries. Their quartet of NCAA tournament wins are highlighted by a crucial lane violation, a buzzer-beating three and the country's largest temporary (and most loquacious) point guard dropping a delicious dime that helped beat Tennessee. And let's be honest: On the list of legendary college basketball settings, how long after Westwood, Lawrence, Chapel Hill and Durham would it take to finally get to East Lansing? Izzo doesn't get enough credit for the level of talent he brings in, considering he's selling kids on winters in central Michigan. Meanwhile, RoyWilliams' office phone has a golden arches insignia on it. It's almost enough to provide the framework for a hokey movie plot, except Izzo's coaching style and success are so boringly predictable, what would the poster even look like? One man ... rallies a team of rag-tag youths to glory ... by extolling the virtues of rebounding ... and defense. "... [One] of the hungriest, humblest people who achieved as much in their business as anyone I can imagine ... " -- Bruce Pearl, Tennessee coach. "... He's the best in the nation when it comes to the NCAA tournament. He has his team always prepared, they always are ready ..." -- Magic Johnson, former Michigan State star, 1979 national champion. "... Seriously, I've gotten way too much credit for [these Final Fours]. It's the players that do it ..." -- Tom Izzo, praise-deflecting metronome. Wait, how did that last one get in there? That's not going to make people want to beware the Izz of March, but that's part of what makes the man The Man. OK, if he's not going to brag about his work when the lights are brightest, these bullets will do it for him: • He's now the second coach in the 64-team era to make getting to the Final Four a coin flip over a 12-year span, after Duke's Mike Krzyzewski. • He now has more Final Fours than any active coach other than Coach K (11) and Roy Williams (7), and has done it in 15 seasons, for a 40 percent success rate. That matched Krzyzewski's Final Four yield before Sunday's win over Baylor ... if you ignored his first 10 seasons as a head coach before making his initial trip in 1986. Roy's seven appearances are in 21 eligible seasons, or 33 percent of the time. • Overall, Izzo is now 35-11 in the NCAA tournament, a .761 winning percentage that places him snugly between Coach K and Williams in second place for all active coaches. • He's now 16-3 on the second day of an NCAA tournament weekend and 6-1 in Elite Eight games, making him a better closer than Mariano Rivera. • He can do it as the chalk or as the dog. All three times Izzo's team was a No. 1 seed, it made the Final Four. This is the second time he's done it as a 5-seed. For his next trick, Mr. March meets Hoosiers 2, and we get one of the most absurd coaching tales-of-the-tape in Final Four history. In one corner, there's Izzo with his six-in-12. In the other, there's Butler's Brad Stevens, who looks like he's 12. Izzo's national title team in 2000 was built around the Flintstones. Stevens' TV watching schedule in 2000 was built around the Flintstones. Heck, when Izzo took over at Michigan State in 1995 from fellow legend Jud Heathcote, he could have recruited Stevens, who graduated from D-III DePauw in 1999 and was Butler's team manager a decade ago. And here's the hoot: Michigan State is a 1.5-point underdog. To a mid-major. It's hard to believe anyone at this point bets against Izzo, let alone should get points to take him. If form holds, the streets will once again flow with the blood of the nonbelievers. If he does win that one, Izzo may get a chance to definitively settle the current pound-for-pound title fair and square with a title-game triumph over Duke. With all due respect to Williams, whose Tar Heels blasted past the Spartans on the way to national titles in both 2005 and 2009, Izzo's never gone 5-11 in the Big Ten. So keep your eyes peeled on the sidelines this weekend, because the best college basketball coach in the land will be in action at the Final Four. And, yes, Mike Krzyzewski will be there, too. [image] Wed, 31 Mar 2010 17:11:36 GMT http://www.spartanzone.com/_Michigan-Sts-Tom-Izzo-is-college-basketballs-best-coach-bar-none/BLOG/2276173/64457.html sparty 2010-03-31T17:11:36Z SpartanZone Michigan St. is in the Final Four despite injuries and a myriad of other issues Izzo has taken six teams to the Final Four, as top seeds and underdogs Overall, Izzo's now 35-11 in the NCAA tournament, a .761 winning percentage Andy Glockner INSIDE COLLEGE BASKETBALL SI.com ST. LOUIS -- In the aftermath of Michigan State's pulsating 70-69 win over Tennessee that sent the Spartans to the Final Four, Mr. March held court in the center of a rapidly emptying locker room. Predictably, Tom Izzo tried to find as many other people as possible to credit for the Spartans' latest trip to basketball's holy land. In no particular order, he mentioned his current players, a currently injured player, a former player who is now on his staff, a former player who is a Hall of Fame point guard and the program's 13 (yes, 13) managers. Here's a newsflash, Tom: The guys who pick up the towels are not the reason your team, with three starters carrying various degrees of debilitating leg injuries, is improbably headed to Indianapolis. You are. This is not the time to spread the credit around or mince words. After the fifth-seeded Spartans' latest remarkable March march, which included four wins by a total of 13 points to nab the program's sixth Final Four appearance in 12 seasons, it is time to state the truth. Tom Izzo is the best college basketball coach in America. Relax, North Carolina and Duke fans. No one's slighting your leading men or their career accomplishments. We're talking about right now, this very moment, two days after Izzo pulled off the near-impossible and made Michigan State's three-year turn-of-last-decade run now look more like the rule rather than the exception. Think last season's dramatic push to the national title game in Detroit with a youthful roster was stirring? This year's Spartans have overcome a leadership void, player-coach discontent and a back-stiffening gym-floor sleepover in addition to the late rash of injuries. Their quartet of NCAA tournament wins are highlighted by a crucial lane violation, a buzzer-beating three and the country's largest temporary (and most loquacious) point guard dropping a delicious dime that helped beat Tennessee. And let's be honest: On the list of legendary college basketball settings, how long after Westwood, Lawrence, Chapel Hill and Durham would it take to finally get to East Lansing? Izzo doesn't get enough credit for the level of talent he brings in, considering he's selling kids on winters in central Michigan. Meanwhile, RoyWilliams' office phone has a golden arches insignia on it. It's almost enough to provide the framework for a hokey movie plot, except Izzo's coaching style and success are so boringly predictable, what would the poster even look like? One man ... rallies a team of rag-tag youths to glory ... by extolling the virtues of rebounding ... and defense. "... [One] of the hungriest, humblest people who achieved as much in their business as anyone I can imagine ... " -- Bruce Pearl, Tennessee coach. "... He's the best in the nation when it comes to the NCAA tournament. He has his team always prepared, they always are ready ..." -- Magic Johnson, former Michigan State star, 1979 national champion. "... Seriously, I've gotten way too much credit for [these Final Fours]. It's the players that do it ..." -- Tom Izzo, praise-deflecting metronome. Wait, how did that last one get in there? That's not going to make people want to beware the Izz of March, but that's part of what makes the man The Man. OK, if he's not going to brag about his work when the lights are brightest, these bullets will do it for him: • He's now the second coach in the 64-team era to make getting to the Final Four a coin flip over a 12-year span, after Duke's Mike Krzyzewski. • He now has more Final Fours than any active coach other than Coach K (11) and Roy Williams (7), and has done it in 15 seasons, for a 40 percent success rate. That matched Krzyzewski's Final Four yield before Sunday's win over Baylor ... if you ignored his first 10 seasons as a head coach before making his initial trip in 1986. Roy's seven appearances are in 21 eligible seasons, or 33 percent of the time. • Overall, Izzo is now 35-11 in the NCAA tournament, a .761 winning percentage that places him snugly between Coach K and Williams in second place for all active coaches. • He's now 16-3 on the second day of an NCAA tournament weekend and 6-1 in Elite Eight games, making him a better closer than Mariano Rivera. • He can do it as the chalk or as the dog. All three times Izzo's team was a No. 1 seed, it made the Final Four. This is the second time he's done it as a 5-seed. For his next trick, Mr. March meets Hoosiers 2, and we get one of the most absurd coaching tales-of-the-tape in Final Four history. In one corner, there's Izzo with his six-in-12. In the other, there's Butler's Brad Stevens, who looks like he's 12. Izzo's national title team in 2000 was built around the Flintstones. Stevens' TV watching schedule in 2000 was built around the Flintstones. Heck, when Izzo took over at Michigan State in 1995 from fellow legend Jud Heathcote, he could have recruited Stevens, who graduated from D-III DePauw in 1999 and was Butler's team manager a decade ago. And here's the hoot: Michigan State is a 1.5-point underdog. To a mid-major. It's hard to believe anyone at this point bets against Izzo, let alone should get points to take him. If form holds, the streets will once again flow with the blood of the nonbelievers. If he does win that one, Izzo may get a chance to definitively settle the current pound-for-pound title fair and square with a title-game triumph over Duke. With all due respect to Williams, whose Tar Heels blasted past the Spartans on the way to national titles in both 2005 and 2009, Izzo's never gone 5-11 in the Big Ten. So keep your eyes peeled on the sidelines this weekend, because the best college basketball coach in the land will be in action at the Final Four. And, yes, Mike Krzyzewski will be there, too. [image] 2010, basketball, izzo nonadult false Michigan St.'s Tom Izzo is college basketball's best coach, bar none text blog 2010,basketball,izzo 87 0 0.0 http://www.spartanzone.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=4089487&as=64457 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/64457/photos/PHOTO_2860095_64457_4089487_ap_160X120.jpg false 0 0 2276173 4089487 Silver 1189 http://www.spartanzone.com/_Izzo-plays-best-for-the-home-team/BLOG/2276144/64457.html By Gerry Ahern, Yahoo! SportsEAST LANSING, Mich. – Tom Izzo isn’t going to Oregon. He’d be crazy to go to the New Jersey Nets. He shouldn’t go anywhere and here’s why: Because he is the perfect fit at Michigan State and he couldn’t duplicate his success in Eugene, Newark or any other city, college or pro.Izzo has become the preeminent college coach of the past decade because he owns the state of Michigan and its fertile pipeline of players. A native of Iron Mountain in the Upper Peninsula, he can supplement his homegrown crop with a guy or two from outside as necessary.[image]And once those players get to MSU, he knows how to motivate them and get the most out of them. He’s done it time and again, perhaps never better than how he managed to take this season’s team to the Final Four.“It was great coaching,” said Goran Suton, a standout on last year’s Spartans who made it to the national title game against North Carolina. “With handling all the adversity and injuries, it’s unbelievable that they have gone this far.“I wish I was still on the team.”Tom Izzo has taken Michigan State to six Final Fours, and the latest trip may be his most impressive coaching job yet.Suton, who now plays professionally for Spartak in Russia, is right in his reverence. Look at what Izzo has done under less-than-perfect circumstances this March.• Star point guard Kalin Lucas goes out with a season-ending Achilles tendon injury in the first half against Maryland, and in comes Korie Lucious, a sophomore reserve. Lucious looks more than comfortable running the show, hitting clutch jumpers to cap tournament wins over Maryland and Northern Iowa.• Izzo sends Durrell Summers to the bench multiple times during the regular season and in the Big Ten tournament, but when he needs scoring punch and defense in the NCAAs, he picks him up and has him scoring at a 20-point per game clip and guarding like a madman.• Delvon Roe tears the meniscus in his right knee in February, but keeps logging 20-plus minutes, keeps banging the boards. Why? Because he wants to prove he can contribute and tough it out.• Chris Allen tears a ligament in his right foot, but is willing to drag it around and knock down some 3-pointers to keep the opponent honest.• Raymar Morgan struggles with consistency, but scores the game-winning points at crunch time in two tournament games.• Draymond Green helps direct the offense, makes smart passes, rebounds and defends with vigor, all while coming off the bench.The list goes on and on.“He is gonna try to get the last little bit you got,” Summers said of Izzo. “You can be tongue hanging out of your mouth dying, and he’s still gonna try to get a little bit more out of you. I think that’s what makes him special at this time of year.”Would Izzo have that kind of depth, that kind of heart at Oregon or anywhere else on a year-to-year basis? Would the pros in New Jersey respond to his stomping, prodding, in-your-face approach? It seems unlikely.Phil Knight and Oregon have all that Nike money to toss around. The soon-to-be deep-pocketed Nets, under Russian owner Mikhail Prokhorov, could up the ante. But Izzo already pulls in more than $3 million a year at MSU and is under contract through 2016. His boss, athletic director Mark Hollis, happens to be one of his closest friends.As successful as Izzo has been – 364-145 record, six Final Fours and a national championship over 15 seasons – there will always be interest in his skills. It has become a rite of spring in mid-Michigan. There was the dalliance with the NBA’s Atlanta Hawks in 2000, the Kentucky job in 2007, then again last year. Now, the reported interest from Oregon and from the Nets.Izzo is worthy of all the attention and overtures because he is so good at what he does. He is driven by how to do things his way, the right way. He loathes those who try to take shortcuts. At 55, he has said he doesn’t plan to coach into his golden years, as did his predecessor and mentor Jud Heathcote. His plan is to retire in time to enjoy some of what he has worked so hard for.Doesn’t sound like a man interested in a rebuilding project.Izzo reiterated Tuesday that he hasn’t been contacted by Oregon. He scoffed at the report, asking why the school would tell a TV reporter of its coaching search strategy. He noted that a week ago, Minnesota’s Tubby Smith was reportedly the leading candidate for the job. He’s done this dance so many times before.“I’ve been fortunate that my name does come up for some jobs because that’s a privilege, not a right,” Izzo said. “Yet it always comes at a bad time as far as distractions. I can only promise you guys that this will not be one. I am going to put everything I can into trying to bring this university its third crystal ball and that is all I’m doing.“As long as they want to keep me, I plan on being here.”To a man his players said they pay no attention to the buzz. Just the type of response they would have been coached to give.“I think what most of them hope is it’s a pro job because they think I’d be dumb enough to take them,” Izzo said jokingly. “I already told a couple of them, ‘I had you for two or three or four years, you think if I took a pro job I’d take you with me for more pain for another three or four years?’“We laugh about it.”Izzo is known to show a sense of humor with his team. He can also chew hide with the best of them. His tough-love tactics wouldn’t play in the NBA. Mega-millionaires generally tune out plain-old multi-millionaires. The pro game is much more about the guys who wear the uniforms, not the suits.It’s just the opposite in college ball. The people known by one name aren’t Kobe and LeBron. They are Krzyzewski and Izzo.Geographically speaking, a move to another college town makes little sense.Izzo’s ability to recruit the likes of Detroit, Flint and Saginaw wouldn’t help him as much in another region. He joked last week about telling his best friend, former NFL coach Steve Mariucci, that he never had to change his driver’s license.There’s probably a part of the hyper-competitive Izzo that would like to prove wrong those who say a “college coach” can’t get it done in the Association. He certainly silenced those who questioned his hiring as Heathcote’s replacement back in 1995. All he’s done since is wallpaper the Breslin Center with Big Ten title banners and Final Four flags.With two more victories, he could add more national championship bling to the trophy case.Then there’s the ultra-promising future in East Lansing. Lucas had successful surgery Tuesday and will likely return next season. Summers is expected back as well along with Roe, Allen, Green and Lucious. The only key loss is Morgan, a graduating senior.And in comes center Adreian Payne of Dayton, Ohio, guard Keith Appling of Detroit, forward Russell Byrd of Fort Wayne, Ind., and forward Alex Gauna of Eaton Rapids, Mich. That’s a five-star, a four-star and two three-star recruits, respectively, according to Rivals.com.“What he has built here is a legacy,” Suton said. “He can beat any record out there staying here. I think it’s more of a pride thing than a money thing. But I can’t speak for him. I don’t think he’s leaving. I don’t think he ever will.”So relax Michigan State fans.Tom Izzo should be staying.That’s what’s best for him and best for you.   By Gerry Ahern, Yahoo! SportsEAST LANSING, Mich. – Tom Izzo isn’t going to Oregon. He’d be crazy to go to the New Jersey Nets. He shouldn’t go anywhere and here’s why: Because he is the perfect fit at Michigan State and he couldn’t duplicate his success in Eugene, Newark or any other city, college or pro.Izzo has become the preeminent college coach of the past decade because he owns the state of Michigan and its fertile pipeline of players. A native of Iron Mountain in the Upper Peninsula, he can supplement his homegrown crop with a guy or two from outside as necessary.[image]And once those players get to MSU, he knows how to motivate them and get the most out of them. He’s done it time and again, perhaps never better than how he managed to take this season’s team to the Final Four.“It was great coaching,” said Goran Suton, a standout on last year’s Spartans who made it to the national title game against North Carolina. “With handling all the adversity and injuries, it’s unbelievable that they have gone this far.“I wish I was still on the team.”Tom Izzo has taken Michigan State to six Final Fours, and the latest trip may be his most impressive coaching job yet.Suton, who now plays professionally for Spartak in Russia, is right in his reverence. Look at what Izzo has done under less-than-perfect circumstances this March.• Star point guard Kalin Lucas goes out with a season-ending Achilles tendon injury in the first half against Maryland, and in comes Korie Lucious, a sophomore reserve. Lucious looks more than comfortable running the show, hitting clutch jumpers to cap tournament wins over Maryland and Northern Iowa.• Izzo sends Durrell Summers to the bench multiple times during the regular season and in the Big Ten tournament, but when he needs scoring punch and defense in the NCAAs, he picks him up and has him scoring at a 20-point per game clip and guarding like a madman.• Delvon Roe tears the meniscus in his right knee in February, but keeps logging 20-plus minutes, keeps banging the boards. Why? Because he wants to prove he can contribute and tough it out.• Chris Allen tears a ligament in his right foot, but is willing to drag it around and knock down some 3-pointers to keep the opponent honest.• Raymar Morgan struggles with consistency, but scores the game-winning points at crunch time in two tournament games.• Draymond Green helps direct the offense, makes smart passes, rebounds and defends with vigor, all while coming off the bench.The list goes on and on.“He is gonna try to get the last little bit you got,” Summers said of Izzo. “You can be tongue hanging out of your mouth dying, and he’s still gonna try to get a little bit more out of you. I think that’s what makes him special at this time of year.”Would Izzo have that kind of depth, that kind of heart at Oregon or anywhere else on a year-to-year basis? Would the pros in New Jersey respond to his stomping, prodding, in-your-face approach? It seems unlikely.Phil Knight and Oregon have all that Nike money to toss around. The soon-to-be deep-pocketed Nets, under Russian owner Mikhail Prokhorov, could up the ante. But Izzo already pulls in more than $3 million a year at MSU and is under contract through 2016. His boss, athletic director Mark Hollis, happens to be one of his closest friends.As successful as Izzo has been – 364-145 record, six Final Fours and a national championship over 15 seasons – there will always be interest in his skills. It has become a rite of spring in mid-Michigan. There was the dalliance with the NBA’s Atlanta Hawks in 2000, the Kentucky job in 2007, then again last year. Now, the reported interest from Oregon and from the Nets.Izzo is worthy of all the attention and overtures because he is so good at what he does. He is driven by how to do things his way, the right way. He loathes those who try to take shortcuts. At 55, he has said he doesn’t plan to coach into his golden years, as did his predecessor and mentor Jud Heathcote. His plan is to retire in time to enjoy some of what he has worked so hard for.Doesn’t sound like a man interested in a rebuilding project.Izzo reiterated Tuesday that he hasn’t been contacted by Oregon. He scoffed at the report, asking why the school would tell a TV reporter of its coaching search strategy. He noted that a week ago, Minnesota’s Tubby Smith was reportedly the leading candidate for the job. He’s done this dance so many times before.“I’ve been fortunate that my name does come up for some jobs because that’s a privilege, not a right,” Izzo said. “Yet it always comes at a bad time as far as distractions. I can only promise you guys that this will not be one. I am going to put everything I can into trying to bring this university its third crystal ball and that is all I’m doing.“As long as they want to keep me, I plan on being here.”To a man his players said they pay no attention to the buzz. Just the type of response they would have been coached to give.“I think what most of them hope is it’s a pro job because they think I’d be dumb enough to take them,” Izzo said jokingly. “I already told a couple of them, ‘I had you for two or three or four years, you think if I took a pro job I’d take you with me for more pain for another three or four years?’“We laugh about it.”Izzo is known to show a sense of humor with his team. He can also chew hide with the best of them. His tough-love tactics wouldn’t play in the NBA. Mega-millionaires generally tune out plain-old multi-millionaires. The pro game is much more about the guys who wear the uniforms, not the suits.It’s just the opposite in college ball. The people known by one name aren’t Kobe and LeBron. They are Krzyzewski and Izzo.Geographically speaking, a move to another college town makes little sense.Izzo’s ability to recruit the likes of Detroit, Flint and Saginaw wouldn’t help him as much in another region. He joked last week about telling his best friend, former NFL coach Steve Mariucci, that he never had to change his driver’s license.There’s probably a part of the hyper-competitive Izzo that would like to prove wrong those who say a “college coach” can’t get it done in the Association. He certainly silenced those who questioned his hiring as Heathcote’s replacement back in 1995. All he’s done since is wallpaper the Breslin Center with Big Ten title banners and Final Four flags.With two more victories, he could add more national championship bling to the trophy case.Then there’s the ultra-promising future in East Lansing. Lucas had successful surgery Tuesday and will likely return next season. Summers is expected back as well along with Roe, Allen, Green and Lucious. The only key loss is Morgan, a graduating senior.And in comes center Adreian Payne of Dayton, Ohio, guard Keith Appling of Detroit, forward Russell Byrd of Fort Wayne, Ind., and forward Alex Gauna of Eaton Rapids, Mich. That’s a five-star, a four-star and two three-star recruits, respectively, according to Rivals.com.“What he has built here is a legacy,” Suton said. “He can beat any record out there staying here. I think it’s more of a pride thing than a money thing. But I can’t speak for him. I don’t think he’s leaving. I don’t think he ever will.”So relax Michigan State fans.Tom Izzo should be staying.That’s what’s best for him and best for you.   Wed, 31 Mar 2010 16:46:44 GMT http://www.spartanzone.com/_Izzo-plays-best-for-the-home-team/BLOG/2276144/64457.html sparty 2010-03-31T16:46:44Z SpartanZone By Gerry Ahern, Yahoo! SportsEAST LANSING, Mich. – Tom Izzo isn’t going to Oregon. He’d be crazy to go to the New Jersey Nets. He shouldn’t go anywhere and here’s why: Because he is the perfect fit at Michigan State and he couldn’t duplicate his success in Eugene, Newark or any other city, college or pro.Izzo has become the preeminent college coach of the past decade because he owns the state of Michigan and its fertile pipeline of players. A native of Iron Mountain in the Upper Peninsula, he can supplement his homegrown crop with a guy or two from outside as necessary.[image]And once those players get to MSU, he knows how to motivate them and get the most out of them. He’s done it time and again, perhaps never better than how he managed to take this season’s team to the Final Four.“It was great coaching,” said Goran Suton, a standout on last year’s Spartans who made it to the national title game against North Carolina. “With handling all the adversity and injuries, it’s unbelievable that they have gone this far.“I wish I was still on the team.”Tom Izzo has taken Michigan State to six Final Fours, and the latest trip may be his most impressive coaching job yet.Suton, who now plays professionally for Spartak in Russia, is right in his reverence. Look at what Izzo has done under less-than-perfect circumstances this March.• Star point guard Kalin Lucas goes out with a season-ending Achilles tendon injury in the first half against Maryland, and in comes Korie Lucious, a sophomore reserve. Lucious looks more than comfortable running the show, hitting clutch jumpers to cap tournament wins over Maryland and Northern Iowa.• Izzo sends Durrell Summers to the bench multiple times during the regular season and in the Big Ten tournament, but when he needs scoring punch and defense in the NCAAs, he picks him up and has him scoring at a 20-point per game clip and guarding like a madman.• Delvon Roe tears the meniscus in his right knee in February, but keeps logging 20-plus minutes, keeps banging the boards. Why? Because he wants to prove he can contribute and tough it out.• Chris Allen tears a ligament in his right foot, but is willing to drag it around and knock down some 3-pointers to keep the opponent honest.• Raymar Morgan struggles with consistency, but scores the game-winning points at crunch time in two tournament games.• Draymond Green helps direct the offense, makes smart passes, rebounds and defends with vigor, all while coming off the bench.The list goes on and on.“He is gonna try to get the last little bit you got,” Summers said of Izzo. “You can be tongue hanging out of your mouth dying, and he’s still gonna try to get a little bit more out of you. I think that’s what makes him special at this time of year.”Would Izzo have that kind of depth, that kind of heart at Oregon or anywhere else on a year-to-year basis? Would the pros in New Jersey respond to his stomping, prodding, in-your-face approach? It seems unlikely.Phil Knight and Oregon have all that Nike money to toss around. The soon-to-be deep-pocketed Nets, under Russian owner Mikhail Prokhorov, could up the ante. But Izzo already pulls in more than $3 million a year at MSU and is under contract through 2016. His boss, athletic director Mark Hollis, happens to be one of his closest friends.As successful as Izzo has been – 364-145 record, six Final Fours and a national championship over 15 seasons – there will always be interest in his skills. It has become a rite of spring in mid-Michigan. There was the dalliance with the NBA’s Atlanta Hawks in 2000, the Kentucky job in 2007, then again last year. Now, the reported interest from Oregon and from the Nets.Izzo is worthy of all the attention and overtures because he is so good at what he does. He is driven by how to do things his way, the right way. He loathes those who try to take shortcuts. At 55, he has said he doesn’t plan to coach into his golden years, as did his predecessor and mentor Jud Heathcote. His plan is to retire in time to enjoy some of what he has worked so hard for.Doesn’t sound like a man interested in a rebuilding project.Izzo reiterated Tuesday that he hasn’t been contacted by Oregon. He scoffed at the report, asking why the school would tell a TV reporter of its coaching search strategy. He noted that a week ago, Minnesota’s Tubby Smith was reportedly the leading candidate for the job. He’s done this dance so many times before.“I’ve been fortunate that my name does come up for some jobs because that’s a privilege, not a right,” Izzo said. “Yet it always comes at a bad time as far as distractions. I can only promise you guys that this will not be one. I am going to put everything I can into trying to bring this university its third crystal ball and that is all I’m doing.“As long as they want to keep me, I plan on being here.”To a man his players said they pay no attention to the buzz. Just the type of response they would have been coached to give.“I think what most of them hope is it’s a pro job because they think I’d be dumb enough to take them,” Izzo said jokingly. “I already told a couple of them, ‘I had you for two or three or four years, you think if I took a pro job I’d take you with me for more pain for another three or four years?’“We laugh about it.”Izzo is known to show a sense of humor with his team. He can also chew hide with the best of them. His tough-love tactics wouldn’t play in the NBA. Mega-millionaires generally tune out plain-old multi-millionaires. The pro game is much more about the guys who wear the uniforms, not the suits.It’s just the opposite in college ball. The people known by one name aren’t Kobe and LeBron. They are Krzyzewski and Izzo.Geographically speaking, a move to another college town makes little sense.Izzo’s ability to recruit the likes of Detroit, Flint and Saginaw wouldn’t help him as much in another region. He joked last week about telling his best friend, former NFL coach Steve Mariucci, that he never had to change his driver’s license.There’s probably a part of the hyper-competitive Izzo that would like to prove wrong those who say a “college coach” can’t get it done in the Association. He certainly silenced those who questioned his hiring as Heathcote’s replacement back in 1995. All he’s done since is wallpaper the Breslin Center with Big Ten title banners and Final Four flags.With two more victories, he could add more national championship bling to the trophy case.Then there’s the ultra-promising future in East Lansing. Lucas had successful surgery Tuesday and will likely return next season. Summers is expected back as well along with Roe, Allen, Green and Lucious. The only key loss is Morgan, a graduating senior.And in comes center Adreian Payne of Dayton, Ohio, guard Keith Appling of Detroit, forward Russell Byrd of Fort Wayne, Ind., and forward Alex Gauna of Eaton Rapids, Mich. That’s a five-star, a four-star and two three-star recruits, respectively, according to Rivals.com.“What he has built here is a legacy,” Suton said. “He can beat any record out there staying here. I think it’s more of a pride thing than a money thing. But I can’t speak for him. I don’t think he’s leaving. 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http://www.spartanzone.com/_Big-Ten-BCS-Tiebreaker-Primer/BLOG/1294699/64457.html Big Ten BCS tiebreaker primer October 19, 2009 3:00 PM Posted by ESPN.com's Adam Rittenberg Several of you have e-mailed in asking about the Big Ten's tiebreaker procedures for BCS bowl selection, which have changed for this season. The race for the league title is certainly taking shape, so these questions are becoming more and more relevant. If you want the entire tiebreaker explanation, click here, but let me tell you what you need to know. 1. If two teams finish atop the standings with identical records and have played each other, the winner of the head-to-head matchup earns the league's BCS bowl berth (usually the Rose Bowl). 2. If two teams tie with identical records and don't play each other, the following tiebreakers go into effect. Overall win percentage BCS standings (the team ranked higher in the final standings gets the BCS berth) 3. If more than two teams tie atop the standings, the same selection procedures apply with the following exceptions: If one team beat the other two teams, it earns the BCS berth If three teams are tied and two of the teams beat the third team, the third team is eliminated. The two-team tiebreaker procedures then go into effect. If two or all of the tied teams don't play each other, the team with the highest win percentage gets the berth. If the overall win percentage is the same, the team ranked highest in the final BCS standings gets the berth. There are other tiebreakers, but the chances of them actually going into effect are slim to none. Now let's examine the Big Ten's title contenders. Though the league has only one unbeaten team, I don't think a squad with two conference losses will win the title. It could happen, but it's unlikely. Iowa -- The Hawkeyes clearly are in the best position as the league's only unbeaten team and boasting a No. 6 ranking in the initial BCS standings. Ohio State's loss to Purdue on Saturday benefited Iowa in more than one way. If Iowa finishes the season at 11-1 with only one loss to Ohio State on Nov. 14, it would earn the league's BCS berth unless the Buckeyes run the table the rest of the way. Looking at the remaining schedule, Iowa will be in excellent shape for at least a share of the league title if it wins Saturday at Michigan State. Penn State -- The Lions can't afford to lose the rest of the way, and they still need some help to return to Pasadena. Penn State won't win a head-to-head tiebreaker against Iowa because of its Sept. 26 loss to the Hawkeyes. The Lions need Iowa to lose twice, ideally to both Michigan State and Ohio State, two teams Penn State still faces (and can beat). Ohio State -- Jim Tressel has bigger worries than the Big Ten title race right now, but he knows the Buckeyes can't afford any more losses. Ohio State must win out, which would eliminate Penn State, and hope that Michigan State loses at least once more. Since Ohio State and Michigan State don't play, the BCS tiebreaker could go into effect if they're the only two teams to finish at 7-1. The Buckeyes are 19th in the initial BCS standings, while Michigan State is unranked, and both teams still play Iowa and Penn State. Ohio State would have the better overall record as long as it beats New Mexico State. Michigan State -- The Spartans are very much alive in the Big Ten title race despite their slow start. Michigan State faces both Iowa and Penn State at home, and its road trips (Minnesota and Purdue) look manageable. The Spartans obviously need to win out and hope Ohio State stumbles once along the way. Michigan State also can't afford to lose to Western Michigan because it hurts the overall win percentage. There are obviously a lot of possibilities, and things could get tricky with the new BCS standings tiebreaker and because Michigan State and Ohio State don't play. So stay tuned. Big Ten BCS tiebreaker primer October 19, 2009 3:00 PM Posted by ESPN.com's Adam Rittenberg Several of you have e-mailed in asking about the Big Ten's tiebreaker procedures for BCS bowl selection, which have changed for this season. The race for the league title is certainly taking shape, so these questions are becoming more and more relevant. If you want the entire tiebreaker explanation, click here, but let me tell you what you need to know. 1. If two teams finish atop the standings with identical records and have played each other, the winner of the head-to-head matchup earns the league's BCS bowl berth (usually the Rose Bowl). 2. If two teams tie with identical records and don't play each other, the following tiebreakers go into effect. Overall win percentage BCS standings (the team ranked higher in the final standings gets the BCS berth) 3. If more than two teams tie atop the standings, the same selection procedures apply with the following exceptions: If one team beat the other two teams, it earns the BCS berth If three teams are tied and two of the teams beat the third team, the third team is eliminated. The two-team tiebreaker procedures then go into effect. If two or all of the tied teams don't play each other, the team with the highest win percentage gets the berth. If the overall win percentage is the same, the team ranked highest in the final BCS standings gets the berth. There are other tiebreakers, but the chances of them actually going into effect are slim to none. Now let's examine the Big Ten's title contenders. Though the league has only one unbeaten team, I don't think a squad with two conference losses will win the title. It could happen, but it's unlikely. Iowa -- The Hawkeyes clearly are in the best position as the league's only unbeaten team and boasting a No. 6 ranking in the initial BCS standings. Ohio State's loss to Purdue on Saturday benefited Iowa in more than one way. If Iowa finishes the season at 11-1 with only one loss to Ohio State on Nov. 14, it would earn the league's BCS berth unless the Buckeyes run the table the rest of the way. Looking at the remaining schedule, Iowa will be in excellent shape for at least a share of the league title if it wins Saturday at Michigan State. Penn State -- The Lions can't afford to lose the rest of the way, and they still need some help to return to Pasadena. Penn State won't win a head-to-head tiebreaker against Iowa because of its Sept. 26 loss to the Hawkeyes. The Lions need Iowa to lose twice, ideally to both Michigan State and Ohio State, two teams Penn State still faces (and can beat). Ohio State -- Jim Tressel has bigger worries than the Big Ten title race right now, but he knows the Buckeyes can't afford any more losses. Ohio State must win out, which would eliminate Penn State, and hope that Michigan State loses at least once more. Since Ohio State and Michigan State don't play, the BCS tiebreaker could go into effect if they're the only two teams to finish at 7-1. The Buckeyes are 19th in the initial BCS standings, while Michigan State is unranked, and both teams still play Iowa and Penn State. Ohio State would have the better overall record as long as it beats New Mexico State. Michigan State -- The Spartans are very much alive in the Big Ten title race despite their slow start. Michigan State faces both Iowa and Penn State at home, and its road trips (Minnesota and Purdue) look manageable. The Spartans obviously need to win out and hope Ohio State stumbles once along the way. Michigan State also can't afford to lose to Western Michigan because it hurts the overall win percentage. There are obviously a lot of possibilities, and things could get tricky with the new BCS standings tiebreaker and because Michigan State and Ohio State don't play. So stay tuned. Mon, 19 Oct 2009 21:43:47 GMT http://www.spartanzone.com/_Big-Ten-BCS-Tiebreaker-Primer/BLOG/1294699/64457.html sparty 2009-10-19T21:43:47Z SpartanZone Big Ten BCS tiebreaker primer October 19, 2009 3:00 PM Posted by ESPN.com's Adam Rittenberg Several of you have e-mailed in asking about the Big Ten's tiebreaker procedures for BCS bowl selection, which have changed for this season. The race for the league title is certainly taking shape, so these questions are becoming more and more relevant. If you want the entire tiebreaker explanation, click here, but let me tell you what you need to know. 1. If two teams finish atop the standings with identical records and have played each other, the winner of the head-to-head matchup earns the league's BCS bowl berth (usually the Rose Bowl). 2. If two teams tie with identical records and don't play each other, the following tiebreakers go into effect. Overall win percentage BCS standings (the team ranked higher in the final standings gets the BCS berth) 3. If more than two teams tie atop the standings, the same selection procedures apply with the following exceptions: If one team beat the other two teams, it earns the BCS berth If three teams are tied and two of the teams beat the third team, the third team is eliminated. The two-team tiebreaker procedures then go into effect. If two or all of the tied teams don't play each other, the team with the highest win percentage gets the berth. If the overall win percentage is the same, the team ranked highest in the final BCS standings gets the berth. There are other tiebreakers, but the chances of them actually going into effect are slim to none. Now let's examine the Big Ten's title contenders. Though the league has only one unbeaten team, I don't think a squad with two conference losses will win the title. It could happen, but it's unlikely. Iowa -- The Hawkeyes clearly are in the best position as the league's only unbeaten team and boasting a No. 6 ranking in the initial BCS standings. Ohio State's loss to Purdue on Saturday benefited Iowa in more than one way. If Iowa finishes the season at 11-1 with only one loss to Ohio State on Nov. 14, it would earn the league's BCS berth unless the Buckeyes run the table the rest of the way. Looking at the remaining schedule, Iowa will be in excellent shape for at least a share of the league title if it wins Saturday at Michigan State. Penn State -- The Lions can't afford to lose the rest of the way, and they still need some help to return to Pasadena. Penn State won't win a head-to-head tiebreaker against Iowa because of its Sept. 26 loss to the Hawkeyes. The Lions need Iowa to lose twice, ideally to both Michigan State and Ohio State, two teams Penn State still faces (and can beat). Ohio State -- Jim Tressel has bigger worries than the Big Ten title race right now, but he knows the Buckeyes can't afford any more losses. Ohio State must win out, which would eliminate Penn State, and hope that Michigan State loses at least once more. Since Ohio State and Michigan State don't play, the BCS tiebreaker could go into effect if they're the only two teams to finish at 7-1. The Buckeyes are 19th in the initial BCS standings, while Michigan State is unranked, and both teams still play Iowa and Penn State. Ohio State would have the better overall record as long as it beats New Mexico State. Michigan State -- The Spartans are very much alive in the Big Ten title race despite their slow start. Michigan State faces both Iowa and Penn State at home, and its road trips (Minnesota and Purdue) look manageable. The Spartans obviously need to win out and hope Ohio State stumbles once along the way. Michigan State also can't afford to lose to Western Michigan because it hurts the overall win percentage. There are obviously a lot of possibilities, and things could get tricky with the new BCS standings tiebreaker and because Michigan State and Ohio State don't play. So stay tuned. nonadult false Big Ten BCS Tiebreaker Primer text blog 59 0 0.0 http://www.spartanzone.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=4089487&as=64457 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/64457/photos/PHOTO_2860095_64457_4089487_ap_160X120.jpg false 0 0 1294699 4089487 Silver 1189 http://www.spartanzone.com/_MSU-Football-2009-vs-Michigan/VIDEO/811994/64457.html Tue, 13 Oct 2009 21:03:10 GMT http://www.spartanzone.com/_MSU-Football-2009-vs-Michigan/VIDEO/811994/64457.html sparty 2009-10-13T21:03:10Z SpartanZone football, michigan nonadult false MSU Football 2009 vs Michigan video football,michigan 141 20 5.0 http://www.spartanzone.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=4089487&as=64457 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/64457/photos/PHOTO_2860095_64457_4089487_ap_160X120.jpg false 0 0 811994 4089487 Silver 1189 http://www.spartanzone.com/_MSU-Football-2009-vs-Illinois/VIDEO/811983/64457.html Tue, 13 Oct 2009 20:49:26 GMT http://www.spartanzone.com/_MSU-Football-2009-vs-Illinois/VIDEO/811983/64457.html sparty 2009-10-13T20:49:26Z SpartanZone football nonadult false MSU Football 2009 vs Illinois video football 3 0 0.0 http://www.spartanzone.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=4089487&as=64457 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/64457/photos/PHOTO_2860095_64457_4089487_ap_160X120.jpg false 0 0 811983 4089487 Silver 1189 http://www.spartanzone.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=13304442&as=64457 Tue, 06 Oct 2009 20:10:12 GMT http://www.spartanzone.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=13304442&as=64457 TimBeckner 2009-10-06T20:10:12Z SpartanZone nonadult false TimBeckner user 3 0 0.0 http://www.spartanzone.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=13304442&as=64457 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/user/defaultImage_160x120_A.jpg false 0 13304442 13304442 Member 255 http://www.spartanzone.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=10786090&as=64457 Fri, 28 Aug 2009 19:17:58 GMT http://www.spartanzone.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=10786090&as=64457 SherriDeTar-Carson 2009-08-28T19:17:58Z SpartanZone nonadult false SherriDeTar-Carson user 5 0 0.0 http://www.spartanzone.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=10786090&as=64457 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/user/defaultImage_160x120_A.jpg false 0 10786090 10786090 Member 255 http://www.spartanzone.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=10760818&as=64457 Fri, 28 Aug 2009 04:50:17 GMT http://www.spartanzone.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=10760818&as=64457 paderigh 2009-08-28T04:50:17Z SpartanZone nonadult false paderigh user 4 0 0.0 http://www.spartanzone.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=10760818&as=64457 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/user/defaultImage_160x120_A.jpg false 0 10760818 10760818 Member 255 http://www.spartanzone.com/_Kirk-Cousins-on-QB-Battle/BLOG/592438/64457.html Spartans' Cousins discusses quarterback battle Spartans' Cousins discusses quarterback battle Fri, 28 Aug 2009 04:23:40 GMT http://www.spartanzone.com/_Kirk-Cousins-on-QB-Battle/BLOG/592438/64457.html sparty 2009-08-28T04:23:40Z SpartanZone Spartans' Cousins discusses quarterback battle nonadult false Kirk Cousins on QB Battle text blog 54 0 0.0 http://www.spartanzone.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=4089487&as=64457 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/64457/photos/PHOTO_2860095_64457_4089487_ap_160X120.jpg false 0 0 592438 4089487 Silver 1189 http://www.spartanzone.com/_Javon-Ringer-Tennessee-Titans/BLOG/592434/64457.html Fri, 28 Aug 2009 04:20:21 GMT http://www.spartanzone.com/_Javon-Ringer-Tennessee-Titans/BLOG/592434/64457.html sparty 2009-08-28T04:20:21Z SpartanZone nonadult false Javon Ringer : Tennessee Titans text blog 44 0 0.0 http://www.spartanzone.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=4089487&as=64457 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/64457/photos/PHOTO_2860095_64457_4089487_ap_160X120.jpg false 0 0 592434 4089487 Silver 1189 http://www.spartanzone.com/_Devin-Thomas-Highlights/BLOG/592428/64457.html Fri, 28 Aug 2009 04:17:42 GMT http://www.spartanzone.com/_Devin-Thomas-Highlights/BLOG/592428/64457.html sparty 2009-08-28T04:17:42Z SpartanZone nonadult false Devin Thomas Highlights text blog 45 0 0.0 http://www.spartanzone.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=4089487&as=64457 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/64457/photos/PHOTO_2860095_64457_4089487_ap_160X120.jpg false 0 0 592428 4089487 Silver 1189 http://www.spartanzone.com/_NY-Jets-taking-notice-of-Jehuu-Caulcrick-as-he-transitions-to-fullback/BLOG/592418/64457.html Posted by bwentwor August 12, 2009 22:00PM At 37, Jets fullback Tony Richardson is one of the most accomplished players at his position. A three-time Pro Bowler, he has been the lead blocker for seven 1,000-yard rushers. As Richardson's career winds down, he has taken first-year pro Jehuu Caulcrick under his wing, giving him a crash course on his 15 NFL seasons. Both are converted halfbacks. "It's been a tremendous privilege and honor to play with a guy like T-Rich," Caulcrick said. "The big thing about him is he comes forward with information to help me. I don't have to keep going to him and nagging and nagging him. "It's been a great help to me." Richardson says he sees a little bit of himself in Caulcrick, who was undrafted a year ago after a standout career at Michigan State but signed with the Jets as a free agent. Like Caulcrick, Richardson was once a halfback and he said his NFL tenure is largely a result of his flexibility. "I told Jehuu (pronounced Jay-you) that he can learn both positions for longevity purposes," said Richardson. "He's doing a great job of grasping everything they're throwing at him." The Jets will see just how good a job Caulcrick is doing Friday night against the Rams at Giants Stadium when he may start for the injured Richardson, who has been sidelined nearly a week with a hip pointer. Caulcrick, who spent last season on the Jets' practice squad, has been taking all of the first-team reps in training camp and the organization is high on him. As with Richardson, he brings versatility to the position. At Michigan State, he rushed for 2,395 yards and his 39 touchdowns were the second-most in school history behind Lorenzo White (43). The challenge for Caulcrick has been to adopt a block-first mentality. He has a rare blend of athleticism and power for a player his size (6-foot, 250 pounds) plus excellent hands and nimble feet. He's not just your prototypical fullback and the Jets feel if they can teach him to block, they'll have a threat in the backfield, not just another blocker. Initially, Caulcrick said it was strange playing without the football and throwing his body into a pile but he's getting more comfortable in that role. "He's extremely powerful," said offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer.  "He's a really good athlete for a guy that's big and physical like that. He has really good hands. ... He's doing a good job. He's another guy that'll benefit from the game-type situations just to really see him continue to grow." Richardson said Caulcrick already has the makeup of a top-notch NFL fullback. "The biggest thing is Jehuu shows a level of physicality," Richardson said. "That's the biggest thing you want to see in a young guy. You can teach them where to go and what to do, but if they're not physical when they get there, you're wasting your time. Jehuu isn't afraid to stick it up in there.'' Coach Rex Ryan agrees. "He's improving," said Ryan. "The first thing about being a fullback is you better go in there and hit somebody, and he's not afraid to do that. So that's been real positive." That Caulcrick, 26, is even alive is a victory for the native of Liberia. After living through the atrocities of a civil war in the impoverished west African nation, taking on NFL defenses isn't such a daunting task him. As a youth, Caulcrick saw his adopted brother killed and his grandfather shot in the leg trying to protect his grandchildren. He moved from refugee camp to refugee camp. He saw pregnant women murdered. He learned of his father's assassination in the newspapers. From 1989 to 1996, the civil war killed more than 200,000 people and displaced millions. "After going through all of that, you come here and if you miss a block, you realize it's not the end of the world," said Caulcrick. "You live to play another down." Caulcrick was 9 when he came to the United States in 1992. He hasn't returned to Liberia since being brought to the states along with his sister by his mother, who fled the country at the outbreak of the war. "Definitely, I still think about what I saw and it's something I do want to think about because it makes me a stronger person," said Caulcrick, who is involved in the Refugee Development Center in Lansing, Mich., which helps refugees from all countries. "Every day I go to bed and I pray and thank God for everything he has given me. I have a tremendous opportunity in front of me. Not many people from my country have the opportunity that I have. I'm trying to make the most of it." Posted by bwentwor August 12, 2009 22:00PM At 37, Jets fullback Tony Richardson is one of the most accomplished players at his position. A three-time Pro Bowler, he has been the lead blocker for seven 1,000-yard rushers. As Richardson's career winds down, he has taken first-year pro Jehuu Caulcrick under his wing, giving him a crash course on his 15 NFL seasons. Both are converted halfbacks. "It's been a tremendous privilege and honor to play with a guy like T-Rich," Caulcrick said. "The big thing about him is he comes forward with information to help me. I don't have to keep going to him and nagging and nagging him. "It's been a great help to me." Richardson says he sees a little bit of himself in Caulcrick, who was undrafted a year ago after a standout career at Michigan State but signed with the Jets as a free agent. Like Caulcrick, Richardson was once a halfback and he said his NFL tenure is largely a result of his flexibility. "I told Jehuu (pronounced Jay-you) that he can learn both positions for longevity purposes," said Richardson. "He's doing a great job of grasping everything they're throwing at him." The Jets will see just how good a job Caulcrick is doing Friday night against the Rams at Giants Stadium when he may start for the injured Richardson, who has been sidelined nearly a week with a hip pointer. Caulcrick, who spent last season on the Jets' practice squad, has been taking all of the first-team reps in training camp and the organization is high on him. As with Richardson, he brings versatility to the position. At Michigan State, he rushed for 2,395 yards and his 39 touchdowns were the second-most in school history behind Lorenzo White (43). The challenge for Caulcrick has been to adopt a block-first mentality. He has a rare blend of athleticism and power for a player his size (6-foot, 250 pounds) plus excellent hands and nimble feet. He's not just your prototypical fullback and the Jets feel if they can teach him to block, they'll have a threat in the backfield, not just another blocker. Initially, Caulcrick said it was strange playing without the football and throwing his body into a pile but he's getting more comfortable in that role. "He's extremely powerful," said offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer.  "He's a really good athlete for a guy that's big and physical like that. He has really good hands. ... He's doing a good job. He's another guy that'll benefit from the game-type situations just to really see him continue to grow." Richardson said Caulcrick already has the makeup of a top-notch NFL fullback. "The biggest thing is Jehuu shows a level of physicality," Richardson said. "That's the biggest thing you want to see in a young guy. You can teach them where to go and what to do, but if they're not physical when they get there, you're wasting your time. Jehuu isn't afraid to stick it up in there.'' Coach Rex Ryan agrees. "He's improving," said Ryan. "The first thing about being a fullback is you better go in there and hit somebody, and he's not afraid to do that. So that's been real positive." That Caulcrick, 26, is even alive is a victory for the native of Liberia. After living through the atrocities of a civil war in the impoverished west African nation, taking on NFL defenses isn't such a daunting task him. As a youth, Caulcrick saw his adopted brother killed and his grandfather shot in the leg trying to protect his grandchildren. He moved from refugee camp to refugee camp. He saw pregnant women murdered. He learned of his father's assassination in the newspapers. From 1989 to 1996, the civil war killed more than 200,000 people and displaced millions. "After going through all of that, you come here and if you miss a block, you realize it's not the end of the world," said Caulcrick. "You live to play another down." Caulcrick was 9 when he came to the United States in 1992. He hasn't returned to Liberia since being brought to the states along with his sister by his mother, who fled the country at the outbreak of the war. "Definitely, I still think about what I saw and it's something I do want to think about because it makes me a stronger person," said Caulcrick, who is involved in the Refugee Development Center in Lansing, Mich., which helps refugees from all countries. "Every day I go to bed and I pray and thank God for everything he has given me. I have a tremendous opportunity in front of me. Not many people from my country have the opportunity that I have. I'm trying to make the most of it." Fri, 28 Aug 2009 04:08:36 GMT http://www.spartanzone.com/_NY-Jets-taking-notice-of-Jehuu-Caulcrick-as-he-transitions-to-fullback/BLOG/592418/64457.html sparty 2009-08-28T04:08:36Z SpartanZone Posted by bwentwor August 12, 2009 22:00PM At 37, Jets fullback Tony Richardson is one of the most accomplished players at his position. A three-time Pro Bowler, he has been the lead blocker for seven 1,000-yard rushers. As Richardson's career winds down, he has taken first-year pro Jehuu Caulcrick under his wing, giving him a crash course on his 15 NFL seasons. Both are converted halfbacks. "It's been a tremendous privilege and honor to play with a guy like T-Rich," Caulcrick said. "The big thing about him is he comes forward with information to help me. I don't have to keep going to him and nagging and nagging him. "It's been a great help to me." Richardson says he sees a little bit of himself in Caulcrick, who was undrafted a year ago after a standout career at Michigan State but signed with the Jets as a free agent. Like Caulcrick, Richardson was once a halfback and he said his NFL tenure is largely a result of his flexibility. "I told Jehuu (pronounced Jay-you) that he can learn both positions for longevity purposes," said Richardson. "He's doing a great job of grasping everything they're throwing at him." The Jets will see just how good a job Caulcrick is doing Friday night against the Rams at Giants Stadium when he may start for the injured Richardson, who has been sidelined nearly a week with a hip pointer. Caulcrick, who spent last season on the Jets' practice squad, has been taking all of the first-team reps in training camp and the organization is high on him. As with Richardson, he brings versatility to the position. At Michigan State, he rushed for 2,395 yards and his 39 touchdowns were the second-most in school history behind Lorenzo White (43). The challenge for Caulcrick has been to adopt a block-first mentality. He has a rare blend of athleticism and power for a player his size (6-foot, 250 pounds) plus excellent hands and nimble feet. He's not just your prototypical fullback and the Jets feel if they can teach him to block, they'll have a threat in the backfield, not just another blocker. Initially, Caulcrick said it was strange playing without the football and throwing his body into a pile but he's getting more comfortable in that role. "He's extremely powerful," said offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer.  "He's a really good athlete for a guy that's big and physical like that. He has really good hands. ... He's doing a good job. He's another guy that'll benefit from the game-type situations just to really see him continue to grow." Richardson said Caulcrick already has the makeup of a top-notch NFL fullback. "The biggest thing is Jehuu shows a level of physicality," Richardson said. "That's the biggest thing you want to see in a young guy. You can teach them where to go and what to do, but if they're not physical when they get there, you're wasting your time. Jehuu isn't afraid to stick it up in there.'' Coach Rex Ryan agrees. "He's improving," said Ryan. "The first thing about being a fullback is you better go in there and hit somebody, and he's not afraid to do that. So that's been real positive." That Caulcrick, 26, is even alive is a victory for the native of Liberia. After living through the atrocities of a civil war in the impoverished west African nation, taking on NFL defenses isn't such a daunting task him. As a youth, Caulcrick saw his adopted brother killed and his grandfather shot in the leg trying to protect his grandchildren. He moved from refugee camp to refugee camp. He saw pregnant women murdered. He learned of his father's assassination in the newspapers. From 1989 to 1996, the civil war killed more than 200,000 people and displaced millions. "After going through all of that, you come here and if you miss a block, you realize it's not the end of the world," said Caulcrick. "You live to play another down." Caulcrick was 9 when he came to the United States in 1992. He hasn't returned to Liberia since being brought to the states along with his sister by his mother, who fled the country at the outbreak of the war. "Definitely, I still think about what I saw and it's something I do want to think about because it makes me a stronger person," said Caulcrick, who is involved in the Refugee Development Center in Lansing, Mich., which helps refugees from all countries. "Every day I go to bed and I pray and thank God for everything he has given me. I have a tremendous opportunity in front of me. Not many people from my country have the opportunity that I have. I'm trying to make the most of it." nonadult false NY Jets taking notice of Jehuu Caulcrick as he transitions to fullback text blog 34 0 0.0 http://www.spartanzone.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=4089487&as=64457 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/64457/photos/PHOTO_2860095_64457_4089487_ap_160X120.jpg false 0 0 592418 4089487 Silver 1189 http://www.spartanzone.com/_Javon-Ringer-Titans-rookie-Ringer-making-his-mark/BLOG/592404/64457.html Javon Ringer - RB - TEN - Aug. 21 - 11:08 pm et   Javon Ringer rushed five times for 33 yards, caught two passes for seven yards and added two kickoff returns for 74 yards. He's a lock to make the team. Ringer also had a 17-yard touchdown called back on a holding penalty, showed good moves on a 51-yard kickoff return and worked with the coverage unit on special teams. While the scouting report about his lack of explosiveness is correct, Ringer shows impressive balance and vision with sufficient quickness. He's worth a stash in Dyansty leagues. Aug. 21 - 11:08 pm et Javon Ringer - RB - TEN - Aug. 21 - 11:08 pm et   Javon Ringer rushed five times for 33 yards, caught two passes for seven yards and added two kickoff returns for 74 yards. He's a lock to make the team. Ringer also had a 17-yard touchdown called back on a holding penalty, showed good moves on a 51-yard kickoff return and worked with the coverage unit on special teams. While the scouting report about his lack of explosiveness is correct, Ringer shows impressive balance and vision with sufficient quickness. He's worth a stash in Dyansty leagues. Aug. 21 - 11:08 pm et Fri, 28 Aug 2009 04:02:52 GMT http://www.spartanzone.com/_Javon-Ringer-Titans-rookie-Ringer-making-his-mark/BLOG/592404/64457.html sparty 2009-08-28T04:02:52Z SpartanZone Javon Ringer - RB - TEN - Aug. 21 - 11:08 pm et   Javon Ringer rushed five times for 33 yards, caught two passes for seven yards and added two kickoff returns for 74 yards. He's a lock to make the team. Ringer also had a 17-yard touchdown called back on a holding penalty, showed good moves on a 51-yard kickoff return and worked with the coverage unit on special teams. While the scouting report about his lack of explosiveness is correct, Ringer shows impressive balance and vision with sufficient quickness. He's worth a stash in Dyansty leagues. Aug. 21 - 11:08 pm et nonadult false Javon Ringer: Titans rookie Ringer making his mark text blog 40 0 0.0 http://www.spartanzone.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=4089487&as=64457 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/64457/photos/PHOTO_2860095_64457_4089487_ap_160X120.jpg false 0 0 592404 4089487 Silver 1189 http://www.spartanzone.com/_Tight-end-Kellen-Davis-knows-blocking-key-to-his-role-on-Chicago-Bears/BLOG/592394/64457.html www.chicagotribune.com/sports/football/bears/chi-02-bears-bits-chicago-aug02,0,4547566.story   chicagotribune.com   BEARS BITS BY VAUGHN McCLURE   August 2, 2009   BOURBONNAIS -- Earl Bennett wasn't alone in having a hard time digesting an NFL playbook as a rookie. Tight end Kellen Davis knows exactly how Bennett felt. Davis, a promising second-year player, said absorbing the playbook was a problem for him as well during his rookie campaign. "It was a little bit of a hard transition for me," Davis said. "I felt like about halfway through the season, I was good with the playbook. "For me, the main things were the hot routes and the different protections. The protections in this offense are a lot different than when I was in college, where I wasn't responsible for many hot routes. So reading blitzes wasn't that big of a deal for me then. But now, in this offense, the tight end does so much. It's a big jump." Davis, who was a regular on special teams last season, has to make a big leap if he hopes to maintain a roster spot. The Bears turned up the pressure, signing free agent Michael Gaines to compete with Davis behind Greg Olsen and Desmond Clark. "I'm not quite sure where I stand," Davis said. "I mean, I feel real comfortable about my spring, my summer, my off-season. ... I feel comfortable. I'm just trying to get better." Gaines made a reputation for himself as a blocker, while the 6-foot-7-inch Davis showed glimpses of his pass-catching ability last season. But that's not necessarily what the Bears need from Davis now. "Blocking, that has to be his role," offensive coordinator Ron Turner said. "We have two guys (Olsen and Davis) who are pass-catching tight ends. The other guys have to do that when called upon, but they have to block first and foremost." Extra points: An estimated crowd of 9,000, including one Packer fan, showed up at Olivet Nazarene's football stadium to see the first practice in pads. ... Josh Beekman worked with the first team at left guard for the second consecutive day with newcomer Frank Omiyale working behind him. ... Defensive tackle Tommie Harris and defensive backs Danieal Manning and Trumaine McBride had full participation in Saturday's night practice. Manning missed a good part of Friday with cramping in his calf. www.chicagotribune.com/sports/football/bears/chi-02-bears-bits-chicago-aug02,0,4547566.story   chicagotribune.com   BEARS BITS BY VAUGHN McCLURE   August 2, 2009   BOURBONNAIS -- Earl Bennett wasn't alone in having a hard time digesting an NFL playbook as a rookie. Tight end Kellen Davis knows exactly how Bennett felt. Davis, a promising second-year player, said absorbing the playbook was a problem for him as well during his rookie campaign. "It was a little bit of a hard transition for me," Davis said. "I felt like about halfway through the season, I was good with the playbook. "For me, the main things were the hot routes and the different protections. The protections in this offense are a lot different than when I was in college, where I wasn't responsible for many hot routes. So reading blitzes wasn't that big of a deal for me then. But now, in this offense, the tight end does so much. It's a big jump." Davis, who was a regular on special teams last season, has to make a big leap if he hopes to maintain a roster spot. The Bears turned up the pressure, signing free agent Michael Gaines to compete with Davis behind Greg Olsen and Desmond Clark. "I'm not quite sure where I stand," Davis said. "I mean, I feel real comfortable about my spring, my summer, my off-season. ... I feel comfortable. I'm just trying to get better." Gaines made a reputation for himself as a blocker, while the 6-foot-7-inch Davis showed glimpses of his pass-catching ability last season. But that's not necessarily what the Bears need from Davis now. "Blocking, that has to be his role," offensive coordinator Ron Turner said. "We have two guys (Olsen and Davis) who are pass-catching tight ends. The other guys have to do that when called upon, but they have to block first and foremost." Extra points: An estimated crowd of 9,000, including one Packer fan, showed up at Olivet Nazarene's football stadium to see the first practice in pads. ... Josh Beekman worked with the first team at left guard for the second consecutive day with newcomer Frank Omiyale working behind him. ... Defensive tackle Tommie Harris and defensive backs Danieal Manning and Trumaine McBride had full participation in Saturday's night practice. Manning missed a good part of Friday with cramping in his calf. Fri, 28 Aug 2009 03:59:06 GMT http://www.spartanzone.com/_Tight-end-Kellen-Davis-knows-blocking-key-to-his-role-on-Chicago-Bears/BLOG/592394/64457.html sparty 2009-08-28T03:59:06Z SpartanZone www.chicagotribune.com/sports/football/bears/chi-02-bears-bits-chicago-aug02,0,4547566.story   chicagotribune.com   BEARS BITS BY VAUGHN McCLURE   August 2, 2009   BOURBONNAIS -- Earl Bennett wasn't alone in having a hard time digesting an NFL playbook as a rookie. Tight end Kellen Davis knows exactly how Bennett felt. Davis, a promising second-year player, said absorbing the playbook was a problem for him as well during his rookie campaign. "It was a little bit of a hard transition for me," Davis said. "I felt like about halfway through the season, I was good with the playbook. "For me, the main things were the hot routes and the different protections. The protections in this offense are a lot different than when I was in college, where I wasn't responsible for many hot routes. So reading blitzes wasn't that big of a deal for me then. But now, in this offense, the tight end does so much. It's a big jump." Davis, who was a regular on special teams last season, has to make a big leap if he hopes to maintain a roster spot. The Bears turned up the pressure, signing free agent Michael Gaines to compete with Davis behind Greg Olsen and Desmond Clark. "I'm not quite sure where I stand," Davis said. "I mean, I feel real comfortable about my spring, my summer, my off-season. ... I feel comfortable. I'm just trying to get better." Gaines made a reputation for himself as a blocker, while the 6-foot-7-inch Davis showed glimpses of his pass-catching ability last season. But that's not necessarily what the Bears need from Davis now. "Blocking, that has to be his role," offensive coordinator Ron Turner said. "We have two guys (Olsen and Davis) who are pass-catching tight ends. The other guys have to do that when called upon, but they have to block first and foremost." Extra points: An estimated crowd of 9,000, including one Packer fan, showed up at Olivet Nazarene's football stadium to see the first practice in pads. ... Josh Beekman worked with the first team at left guard for the second consecutive day with newcomer Frank Omiyale working behind him. ... Defensive tackle Tommie Harris and defensive backs Danieal Manning and Trumaine McBride had full participation in Saturday's night practice. Manning missed a good part of Friday with cramping in his calf. nonadult false Tight end Kellen Davis knows blocking key to his role on Chicago Bears text blog 40 0 0.0 http://www.spartanzone.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=4089487&as=64457 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/64457/photos/PHOTO_2860095_64457_4089487_ap_160X120.jpg false 0 0 592394 4089487 Silver 1189 http://www.spartanzone.com/_Future-Spartans-dominate-list-of-best-in-state-football-players/BLOG/592392/64457.html From MLIVE.com Posted by mtrogan August 27, 2009 20:19PM Today Mick McCabe of the Detroit Free Press revealed the top five players in his ongoing list of the top 25 in-state high school football players. Three of the top five are Michigan State commitments and a fourth lists the Spartans among his favorites. At the top of McCabe's list is William Gholston, who is becoming everyone's top pick. Here is what Mick has to say about Gholston: Free Press, August 27: The top-ranked player in the state, he combines speed and strength for a high-energy player who is a terror as a pass rusher. His ranking skyrocketed in the off-season, mostly because of his size and athletic ability. Now he must do it on the field. Committed to Michigan State. You can look at the rest of McCabe's Top 25 here. Second is higher than I have seen Max Bullough ranked by anyone else so far but I think a legit argument can be made for the lofty status. Aside from Gholston, there isn't a player in this class with more prototypical/size for his position than Max. His early commitment may have set him back in the eyes of many scouting services. Running back Nick Hill at four also seems a little high but it is hard to argue with 2,260 yards and 29 touchdowns in eleven games last season. Now there will be a lot of debate contesting McCabe's choices, angry Wolverines over Devin Gardner's number six ranking (apparently Mick isn't a big fan of qbs as Joe Boisture was all the way down at #11) but what can't be denied is that Dantonio has made a huge impact on the home state recruiting trail and that seeing "committed to Michigan State" under the name of top players on lists like Mccabe's will continue for the foreseeable future.   From MLIVE.com Posted by mtrogan August 27, 2009 20:19PM Today Mick McCabe of the Detroit Free Press revealed the top five players in his ongoing list of the top 25 in-state high school football players. Three of the top five are Michigan State commitments and a fourth lists the Spartans among his favorites. At the top of McCabe's list is William Gholston, who is becoming everyone's top pick. Here is what Mick has to say about Gholston: Free Press, August 27: The top-ranked player in the state, he combines speed and strength for a high-energy player who is a terror as a pass rusher. His ranking skyrocketed in the off-season, mostly because of his size and athletic ability. Now he must do it on the field. Committed to Michigan State. You can look at the rest of McCabe's Top 25 here. Second is higher than I have seen Max Bullough ranked by anyone else so far but I think a legit argument can be made for the lofty status. Aside from Gholston, there isn't a player in this class with more prototypical/size for his position than Max. His early commitment may have set him back in the eyes of many scouting services. Running back Nick Hill at four also seems a little high but it is hard to argue with 2,260 yards and 29 touchdowns in eleven games last season. Now there will be a lot of debate contesting McCabe's choices, angry Wolverines over Devin Gardner's number six ranking (apparently Mick isn't a big fan of qbs as Joe Boisture was all the way down at #11) but what can't be denied is that Dantonio has made a huge impact on the home state recruiting trail and that seeing "committed to Michigan State" under the name of top players on lists like Mccabe's will continue for the foreseeable future.   Fri, 28 Aug 2009 03:56:23 GMT http://www.spartanzone.com/_Future-Spartans-dominate-list-of-best-in-state-football-players/BLOG/592392/64457.html sparty 2009-08-28T03:56:23Z SpartanZone From MLIVE.com Posted by mtrogan August 27, 2009 20:19PM Today Mick McCabe of the Detroit Free Press revealed the top five players in his ongoing list of the top 25 in-state high school football players. Three of the top five are Michigan State commitments and a fourth lists the Spartans among his favorites. At the top of McCabe's list is William Gholston, who is becoming everyone's top pick. Here is what Mick has to say about Gholston: Free Press, August 27: The top-ranked player in the state, he combines speed and strength for a high-energy player who is a terror as a pass rusher. His ranking skyrocketed in the off-season, mostly because of his size and athletic ability. Now he must do it on the field. Committed to Michigan State. You can look at the rest of McCabe's Top 25 here. Second is higher than I have seen Max Bullough ranked by anyone else so far but I think a legit argument can be made for the lofty status. Aside from Gholston, there isn't a player in this class with more prototypical/size for his position than Max. His early commitment may have set him back in the eyes of many scouting services. Running back Nick Hill at four also seems a little high but it is hard to argue with 2,260 yards and 29 touchdowns in eleven games last season. Now there will be a lot of debate contesting McCabe's choices, angry Wolverines over Devin Gardner's number six ranking (apparently Mick isn't a big fan of qbs as Joe Boisture was all the way down at #11) but what can't be denied is that Dantonio has made a huge impact on the home state recruiting trail and that seeing "committed to Michigan State" under the name of top players on lists like Mccabe's will continue for the foreseeable future.   nonadult false Future Spartans dominate list of best in-state football players text blog 37 0 0.0 http://www.spartanzone.com/service/displayKickPlace.kickAction?u=4089487&as=64457 http://media.kickstatic.com/kickapps/images/64457/photos/PHOTO_2860095_64457_4089487_ap_160X120.jpg false 0 0 592392 4089487 Silver 1189 http://www.spartanzone.com/_Little-Sister-Mike-Hart-Gets-His-Come-Uppance/BLOG/592384/64457.html Looks like big mouth Mike Hart has fizzled in the NFL. He's currently listed as a third stringer at Indianapolis while racking up a mighty 9 total yards in his NFL career so far. Here's the latest from the Colts team report: RB Mike Hart(notes) (ankle) is expected to be sidelined for a couple of weeks. Hart, who had sprained his right ankle during the early stages of training camp, did the same thing to his left ankle in the team’s preseason game with Philadelphia.   “Not real sure (how long Hart will be out). Could be a couple of weeks at least. And then it could be more than that. It just depends (on his recovery period),” Colts coach Jim Caldwell said. Looks like big mouth Mike Hart has fizzled in the NFL. He's currently listed as a third stringer at Indianapolis while racking up a mighty 9 total yards in his NFL career so far. Here's the latest from the Colts team report: RB Mike Hart(notes) (ankle) is expected to be sidelined for a couple of weeks. Hart, who had sprained his right ankle during the early stages of training camp, did the same thing to his left ankle in the team’s preseason game with Philadelphia.   “Not real sure (how long Hart will be out). Could be a couple of weeks at least. And then it could be more than that. It just depends (on his recovery period),” Colts coach Jim Caldwell said. Fri, 28 Aug 2009 03:47:53 GMT http://www.spartanzone.com/_Little-Sister-Mike-Hart-Gets-His-Come-Uppance/BLOG/592384/64457.html sparty 2009-08-28T03:47:53Z SpartanZone Looks like big mouth Mike Hart has fizzled in the NFL. He's currently listed as a third stringer at Indianapolis while racking up a mighty 9 total yards in his NFL career so far. Here's the latest from the Colts team report: RB Mike Hart(notes) (ankle) is expected to be sidelined for a couple of weeks. Hart, who had sprained his right ankle during the early stages of training camp, did the same thing to his left ankle in the team’s preseason game with Philadelphia.   “Not real sure (how long Hart will be out). Could be a couple of weeks at least. And then it could be more than that. 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