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Without Derrick Washington, Missouri Has to Rally Past Illinois

It was a rough week for Missouri. Star running back Derrick Washington, who scored 10 touchdowns for the Tigers a year ago, was dismissed from the team this week amid sexual assault allegations. Without their leading rusher, the Tigers certainly struggled to run the ball against Illinois. However, Blaine Gabbert (right)...

Two Illinois Players Fingered in Robbery

Two receivers on the Illinois football team were arrested Friday on suspicion of burglary. After leaving an accident scene, they were apprehended by police who then found in their vehicle wallets, cell phones, electronic devices and laptop computers believed to be stolen.Jody Ellis and Derrick McPhearson later plead not...

Melvin Alaeze is Troubled

You already knew this if you follow recruiting and/or are a fan of Maryland or Illinois football. But if not, here's a sad, sad tale.Melvin Alaeze was an all-world defensive end recruit out of Randallstown, Maryland a few years ago. He had offers from literally every major school and put on an amazing performance in the US...