UM’s David Long, EMU’s Maxx Crosby among top ‘sleeper’ picks in NFL Draft

Michigan cornerback David Long and Eastern Michigan edge rusher Maxx Crosby are among the top 10 “sleeper” NFL Draft prospects identified by Pro Football Focus’ Mike Renner.

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Michigan seen as likely College Football Playoff team

Shea Patterson returns and the Wolverines will roll out a more up-tempo offense under new coordinator Josh Gattis.

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NCAA nixes two-year commitment to grad transfers

NCAA rules require football and basketball players to sit out a season after transferring, but those who complete a degree are permitted to transfer and play immediately.

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UM’s Don Brown on transfer portal: ‘Not sure it’s good for anybody’

It felt like a random topic to introduce after nearly a half hour of covering plenty of bases regarding the defense.

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CMU fires gymnastics coach for urging athlete to lie about concussion

The university will self-report the incident to the NCAA, as it could be a violation, the university said in announcing Jerry Reighard's firing.

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MAC spring football roundup: McElwain optimistic about Central Michigan’s progress

Jim McElwain looked satisfied as he joined a group of reporters to talk about Central Michigan’s football team following the Chippewas’ open practice Saturday afternoon at Kelly/Shorts Stadium.

WMU adds home-and-home with Pitt, Syracuse; here are each state team’s future nonconference foes

Syracuse will play in Kalamazoo on Sept. 26, 2020, while Pittsburgh will visit Western Sept. 17, 2022.

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Podcast: Angelique S. Chengelis talks with ESPN draft analyst Jim Nagy

ESPN draft analyst Jim Nagy is this week's guest on Angelique S. Chengelis' podcast, "View from the Press Box."

Oakland hoops dealt big blow, with departures of Braden Norris, Jaevin Cumberland

Both are in the transfer portal, Norris after a standout freshman season and Cumberland after saying he would return for his senior season.

Justin Fields isn’t yet the toast of Columbus

He’s now considered the front-runner to be Ohio State’s starting quarterback, not to mention the co-third-favorite, as of late February, for the 2019 Heisman Trophy.

CMU’s Reyna Frost, Presley Hudson eager to learn WNBA fate

Frost and Hudson, who enjoyed epic careers at Central Michigan, will watch the WNBA Draft on Wednesday night.

Monday’s basketball: Duke star Zion Williamson heading to NBA

Widely projected as the top overall pick in the June draft, the AP national player of the year announced his decision Monday.

Williamson, Ionescu win top honors at College Basketball Awards

Zion Williamson is the sixth player from Duke to win the award named for the late UCLA coach, who won a record 10 NCAA championships.

The right side of history! Virginia wins it all, one year after epic loss as No. 1 seed

On Monday night in Minneapolis, Virginia beat Texas Tech, 85-77, in overtime for the national championship.

Tuesday’s basketball: Chris Mullin steps down as coach at St. John’s

His older brother, Roddy, died last month at 58 after battling cancer for years.

Kentucky, Duke favorites to win 2020 NCAA basketball; MSU, UM close behind

Michigan State and Michigan have the fourth and fifth, respectively, best chances to win the 2020 national championship.

MSU tops ‘way-too-early’ rankings for ESPN, Sports Illustrated; UM in top 10

It was a big season for Michigan State, between a pair of Big Ten titles, and a trip to the Final Four. Next season could be even bigger.

Watch: Check out 2019’s ‘One Shining Moment,’ especially if you love some Zion Williamson

Williamson. the Duke star, had many closeups in the annual tribute video, even more than Michigan State's appearances.

Ex-New Haven star Eric Williams Jr. says he’s transferring from Duquesne

Eric Williams Jr., a former New Haven star who was Duquesne's leading scorer and rebounder as a sophomore, says he's transferring.

NCAA women’s championship game: Baylor beats Notre Dame

Baylor recovered after blowing a 17-point lead and losing a star player, beating Notre Dame 82-81 for the NCAA women’s basketball championship.

Ex-Piston Stackhouse: Relationship, opportunity drew him to Vanderbilt

Former Pistons guard Jerry Stackhouse was introduced Monday as Vanderbilt’s new men’s basketball coach.

Sunday’s basketball: Mooney’s odyssey ends with title game; Edwards going pro

Much like his vagabond coach, Texas Tech’s Matt Mooney has undergone a college basketball journey unlike almost any other.

MSU No. 2, UM No. 4 in Sporting News’ early 2019-20 basketball rankings

The Sporting News on Sunday unveiled its "way-too-early" top 25 for next season, slotting Michigan State in at No. 2, and Michigan at No. 4.

Podcast: Angelique S. Chengelis talks with former Michigan QB Jack Kennedy

Former Michigan quarterback Jack Kennedy is this week's guest on Angelique S. Chengelis' podcast, View from the Press Box.

Virginia stuns Auburn on 3-point foul in last second

Kyle Guy made three free throws with 0.6 seconds left and Virginia pulled off its second small miracle of the NCAA Tournament, beating Auburn 63-62 Saturday to advance to the national championship game for the first time.

Irish one win away from joining exclusive back-to-back club

Notre Dame, which faces Baylor on Sunday night for the NCAA title, came into the season as the favorites to repeat as champions.

‘Don’t give up’: Texas Tech’s Beard paid his dues; he has stories to prove it

From late-night movies to cramming into hotel rooms with eight other coaches, Chris Beard, 46, has been at every level.

Vanderbilt hires ex-Pistons star Jerry Stackhouse as head coach

Former Detroit Pistons star Jerry Stackhouse has been named head coach at Vanderbilt.

Friday’s NCAA women: Ogunbowale, Notre Dame rally past UConn

Arike Ogunbowale scores 23 to lead the defending champion Irish in taking down the Huskies, 81-76.

Duke’s Zion Williamson named AP player of the year

Michigan State’s Cassius Winston earned one vote.

Auburn, Virginia open practice Friday at the NCAA Final Four

CMU finishes investigation into gymnastics coach; he has two weeks to respond to findings

Jerry Reighard has been accused by a current gymnast that he urged her to give false information to medical personnel so that she could participate in competition.

MSU’s Cassius Winston lands spot on AP All-America team

Winston was joined on the All-America team by a pair of Duke freshmen, Zion Williamson and R.J. Barrett.

State hoops notes: Sharp-shooting Presley Hudson takes 3-point skills to the Final Four

Hudson, who just finished her senior season at CMU, will participate in the 3-Point Championship in Minneapolis on Thursday night.

Shane Battier (Detroit Country Day) makes college hoops Hall of Fame

Former Duke star Shane Battier, a product of Detroit Country Day, was selected for the College Basketball Hall of Fame.

Mo’ money! MSU’s Tom Izzo at $225K in bonuses, and counting

Here's a look at all the bonuses accrued by the state of Michigan's Division I college basketball coaches this season.

Texas Tech’s Beard admires Izzo, MSU; won’t let team be cowed by Spartans

As Texas Tech’s Chris Beard climbed the coaching ladder over the past 20 years, he always kept an eye on colleagues he admired, including MSU’s Tom Izzo.

Jarrett Culver, ‘no-middle D’ and what else you need to know about Texas Tech

If you didn’t hear about Texas Tech sophomore wing Jarrett Culver during the regular season, that’s probably changed at some point in the NCAA Tournament.

Monday’s basketball: Calipari, Kentucky agree to new deal

The Hall of Fame coach will finish his career at the school under the new long-term contract.

‘Complete’ forward Julius Marble signs with MSU, caps 2019 recruiting class

Michigan State landed the third member of its 2019 recruiting class when forward Julius Marble of Dallas signed his national letter of intent.

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