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December 02, 2007
Champlin column: Tough loss meant a step back for Troy
Dec. 2, 2006, was magical for Troy University. It had just clinched a berth to its first New Orleans Bowl.
Alabama to make return trip to Independence Bowl
Alabama on Sunday accepted an invitation to play Colorado in the PetroSun Independence Bowl, the Tide’s second consecutive trip to the Shreveport, La., game.
Auburn to play Clemson in Chick-Fil-A Bowl
AUBURN — One thing is for certain: Auburn will spend the holiday season in Atlanta, where the 21st-ranked Tigers will play No. 15 Clemson in the Chick-Fil-A Bowl on Dec. 31. Everything else is still up in the air.
Troy left out of bowl selections
The start of the long offseason officially got longer Sunday, when Troy University found out it won’t be going to any bowl game, despite finishing 8-4.
December 01, 2007
Johnson: Troy waits too late to wake up
TROY — Too little, too late.
Injuries change things up for Troy
TROY — Troy had a game plan set for freshman Jerrel Jernigan to catch underneath routes and work his speed against the Florida Atlantic defense.
Troy players at a loss to explain defeat
TROY — Troy senior defensive end Shawn Todd shook his head and tried his best to explain what happened in the first three quarters as Florida Atlantic built a lead which eventually proved too much to overcome in a 38-32 decision Saturday afternoon.
Troy runs out of magic
TROY — Just like a year ago, Troy quarterback Omar Haugabook was prepared to take the snap of his life.
Breaking News: Troy falls to FAU
TROY — Troy won’t be celebrating in New Orleans this year.
November 30, 2007
It all comes down to today for Troy
TROY — Troy has dominated the Sun Belt for most of the year. It has played the power teams on its schedule close, and even gave Big 12 squad Oklahoma State a beatdown on national television earlier this season.
Dawkins a silent star for Troy
TROY — Troy coaches have an opinion to who the best pure football player on the Trojan team is.
November 29, 2007
Wiregrass native scores winning TD for Wofford
Wofford College players and coaches were stunned when they saw the playoff bracket.
FAU quarterback glad to be an Owl
Rusty Smith waited and waited for a scholarship offer from a major college.
Rumors swirl about Tuberville’s future
AUBURN — As rumors swirled Thursday about the future of Auburn football coach Tommy Tuberville, AU athletic director Jay Jacobs stayed calm, at least in his comments to the media.
November 28, 2007
No agreement yet in Tuberville talks
AUBURN — Auburn athletic director Jay Jacobs and head coach Tommy Tuberville couldn’t reach an agreement despite an all-day meeting Tuesday.
Youth teammates ready to square off in college showdown
TROY — Saturday’s game between Troy and Florida Atlantic will be the last regular season game for Troy quarterback Omar Haugabook and FAU linebacker Cergile Sincere.
November 27, 2007
Terry hopes to make key plays this weekend
TROY — Mykeal Terry’s breakout game to the Troy Trojan nation came last year at Florida Atlantic.
Auburn’s Tuberville, Jacobs meet without deciding anything
AUBURN — Auburn University athletic director Jay Jacobs and head football coach Tommy Tuberville spent several hours in meetings Tuesday.
November 26, 2007
Troy limps into Ole Miss for basketball game tonight
TROY — The schedule doesn’t get any easier for a banged-up Troy team.
Tuberville, Jacobs expected to meet again today
AUBURN — As of Monday night, Tommy Tuberville is still Auburn University’s head football coach.
Troy understands situation FAU is in
TROY — When Chris Jamison looks at Florida Atlantic, it makes him think about last year.
November 25, 2007
Auburn most likely to play bowl game in Tampa or Atlanta
Auburn head coach Tommy Tuberville’s future could become clear today, depending on the outcome of his meeting with athletic director Jay Jacobs.
Tuberville to meet with Auburn athletics director on Monday
AUBURN — Auburn football coach Tommy Tuberville and athletic director Jay Jacobs will meet today to discuss the coach’s future at Auburn.
Saban ready to hit the recruiting trail
Dawn did break after Auburn defeated Alabama for the sixth consecutive time Saturday night. So what’s next for Nick Saban’s Crimson Tide?
November 24, 2007
Mistakes at key times cost Tide
AUBURN — Alabama provided Exhibit 4 of what went wrong at the end of the 2007 season with its 17-10 loss at Jordan-Hare Stadium Saturday night.
Powers’ interception keys Tiger win
AUBURN — Jerraud Powers’ circus interception just before halftime changed the momentum of Saturday’s Iron Bowl and helped propel Auburn past Alabama.
Johnson: Difference between Alabama and Auburn boils down to leadership
AUBURN — It was fitting that Brandon Cox got to punch it into the end zone for Auburn’s final points in a 17-10 win over Alabama on Saturday night.
Auburn beats Alabama
AUBURN — It came down to 1 yard.
November 23, 2007
No catch phrase for Auburn this year
AUBURN — A year ago, “Fear the Thumb” was everywhere.
Tide offensive line needs a boost
TUSCALOOSA — Alabama has struggled in short-yardage situations and quarterback protection in recent losses.
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Sports writer Drew Champlin writes about the latest sports news from Troy University.
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