Romar Named National Coach of the Year FinalistSource: gohuskies.cstv.com
After leading the Huskies to at least a share of their first Pac-10 co-championship since 1985, University of Washington men's basketball coach Lorenzo Romar was named one of ten finalists for the 2009 Jim Phelan National Coach of the Year Award.
Big Ten football a hit with NFL scoutsSource: Chicago Tribune
The Big Ten was down this year in football. It was the first time in a quarter century that Michigan didn't play in a bowl game, and the conference managed just a 1-5 record in bowls. But chances are they'll still produce their fair share of NFLers.

I've spent the better part of the last two weeks doing a lot of soul searching. I've consulted family, friends, coworkers, along with the teachings of Christ and Buddha to find the answer.
The Making of Steve SarkisianSource: Seattle Sports Online
The new Washington Huskies football coach wanted to be a baseball player. That didn't work, and he eventually found himself selling software. A call to the coaches' booth from an old friend got him his start. A few years later, he will be in charge of a Pac-10 program.
All-American Ghebray Keys Landmark Year From Cal MenSource: dailycal.org
"This season, I was not focusing on anything exterior. I got what I wanted out of the sheer love of running," Ghebray said. "I re-awakened my love for running this summer instead of viewing it as a job.
Neuheisel to Husky fans: 'I'm truly sorry'Source: Seattle Sports Online
Former University of Washington football coach Rick Neuheisel returns to Husky Stadium Saturday for the first time since being fired by the university in 2003. Neuheisel, now the head coach at UCLA, apologized to Husky fans Monday for tumult that ended his tenure at the school.
Why midseason coaching changes are so rare in college footballSource: Seattlesportsonline.com
With Washington fans calling for the dismissal of coach Tyrone Willingham, Seattle Sports Online takes a look at why midseason firings are so rare, and how University of Washington President Mark Emmert handled two previous firings, one at Washington, one at LSU.
Who is Ronnie Fouch?Source: Seattle Sports Online
With Jake Locker hurt, meet the next quarterback for the Washington Huskies.
USC's Pete Carroll Praises John David BootySource: The Minneapolis Star Tribune
Coach Carroll offers insights into his star QB, two-time Rose Bowl MVP John David Booty, who was drafted over the weekend by the Minnesota Vikings.

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Ranking the BCS conferences Source: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Here is Barnhardt's version of how the conferences should be ranked top to bottom.
1. SEC
2. Big 10
3. Pac 10
4. ACC
5. Big 12
6. Big East
Longshore can't wait to face Tennessee againSource: Inside Bay Area Most Viewed
Tedford admits now that putting Longshore in that situation was almost unfair, but at the time, he was still the best option.
"That was a difficult first opportunity with the new (spread) offense, with the shotgun, with the crowd like that," the coach said.
UW has a line on youth in its offense Source: News Tribune
Washington made some adjustments to its offensive line that seemed temporary. But now with just about a week and a half until the first kickoff, it seems the changes are about to become permanent.
McFadden: The Player's ChoiceSource: The Arkansas Democrat Gazette
Sports Illustrated coducted a poll with one starter from all Division I-A programs asked who would win the Heisman. The results are here.
Corner becoming an issue for UWSource: Herald Net
The cornerback position wasn't exactly expected to a strength for the Huskies this year. Now with the problems it is a major concern.
Syracuse has some WR to exploit the issue. The question becomes can a rookie starting QB make the plays.
Reece has high hopes for HuskiesSource: Herald Net
Everyone is a contender in August. But I do think that the Dawgs are a team on the rise and will excel under Willingham.

This should be the headline of every newspaper in the nation if OU does not make it into a BCS game in the post-season. Why, you ask? Well, if you go back 10 weeks ago when OU went up to Eugene, OR for a game with the Ducks.