Tailgater 2012 Rose Bowl Preview

Posted by on January 2, 2012 · Leave a Comment 

   2012 ROSE BOWL   Wisconsin Badgers (11-2) vs. Oregon Ducks (11-2)   KEY PLAYERS Which backfield star will wreak more havoc in Pasadena as the Badgers and Ducks square off in the Grandaddy of Them All? Mitchell: Montee Ball had a great season that led to him being invited to New York for the Heisman ceremony, and Oregon will have their hands full stopping the Badgers running back. But, the key player for Wisconsin is QB Russell... Read More

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Fumbles the Flashpoint for the Ducks’ Defeat

Posted by on September 4, 2011 · 1 Comment 

Once again, the Ducks of Oregon traveled southward looking for validation in an NFL stadium against an opponent from the Southeastern Conference. Once again, they are left to fly back to Eugene reeling from the knockout punch of an opponent that found their weaknesses and exploited them mercilessly. Eight months ago it was Auburn in the national championship game, the Tigers squeezing by the Ducks in the spotlight of University of Phoenix Stadium... Read More

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