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[Bryan's Rant] Aboard the Tebow Train

Twenty years from now, it might be interesting to see what people remember as they look back at the 2011-2012 NFL season. As time passes, which storyline captivated our attention?

Devon Desper

On Jan. 5, some of the best high-school football talent descended on Orlando, Fla., for the 2012 Under Armour All-American game. This game started in 2008 under the sponsorship of athletic clothing and shoe company Under Armour. Athletes were showcased to a national television audience, and several even declared their college choice during the game.

Running on Friendship

"I'm done," I thought to myself. "Stick a fork in me. I am done."

JFP Bowl Schedule: Week 4

After nearly a month of bowl games, it all ends Jan. 9. This is our final bowl schedule; games this week will lead up to the national championship game. Enjoy the final college football games of the 2011-12 season.

[Bryan's Rant] Hazardous Hazing

When people think of hazing in college, I am guessing that the Greek system comes to mind for most. The press has written and talked about sorority and fraternity hazing for a while now, although colleges and universities have tried hard to end hazing in the Greek system.

Marathon for the Blues

Mississippi is often characterized as a state fraught with racial turmoil and economic and educational issues. From the pain and strife of the Magnolia State's past, however, has risen some of the most soul-stirring and original music the country can claim: the blues.

Dealing With It

Being a paraplegic hasn't stopped Chris Waddell from competing. In 1988, Waddell was a rising star on the ski slopes. Then, a skiing accident changed his life, leaving him paralyzed from the waist down. Determined to get back to skiing, a year after his accident he was on a monoski doing what he loved once again.

The ‘Smalls'

The Jackson area schools that aren't major contenders in Mississippi college basketball are known as the "small" schools. But they're only small in enrollment, not in talent, drive or determination.

Game Changer

Women's college basketball is rightfully gaining attention these days. Last season, the women's national championship game between Texas A&M and Notre Dame was much more exciting than the men's title game.

JFP Bowl Schedule: Week 3

The third week of the bowl schedule features the majority of the games including Mississippi State. As always, my picks are included. By now, I am sure to have been completely wrong.

JFP 2012 College Basketball Preview

The great thing about sports is that each season begins fresh and anew. Every new year, hopes begin high, and every fan dreams of dancing.

Mississippi Teams Go Bowling

Two Mississippi college football teams are going bowling this year: Mississippi State University and the University of Southern Mississippi. Both the Bulldogs and the Golden Eagles fell short of expectations, but they are getting an extra month of practice time.

JFP Bowl Schedule: Week 2

This week's college bowl games feature Southern Miss and North Carolina—that's Larry Fedora's "old" team and his new one.

Favre for JSU?

An interesting piece of news came out of the Mississippi State bowl practice the other day: Redshirt freshman quarterback Dylan Favre is leaving Starkville. Favre says his plan is to attend Pearl River Community College next semester. Nothing is wrong with playing at a junior college, but another option might help Favre and another team.

Gifts for Your Sports Fanatic

A few years ago, my wife, Lacey, gave me one of my favorite books. "The Sports Book" (DK Publishing, 2007, $19.95) has an Astroturf cover and contains information about multiple sports. Not only has the book been great to read, but it has been a resource and help for articles I have written. It was one of the best gifts I've ever received.

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