Thursday, January 30, 2003
 Looking back: Tressel wanted seniors to think about legacy
 New Spartan coach will hit in-state recruiting trail hard

Wednesday, January 29, 2003
 Looking back: Tressel lived up to reputation for finishing kick

Tuesday, January 28, 2003
 Looking back: Analyzing OSU's midseason ranking
 Woody makes appearance in Marion -- sort of

Monday, January 27, 2003
 Looking back: Northwestern game raised Clarett questions

Saturday, January 25, 2003
 Looking back: Early comparison to Alabama in '92 correct

Friday, January 24, 2003
 National title still hasn't sunk in for Hartsock
 Top Michigan State freshman plans to transfer
 Shakeup occurs in Penn State defensive backfield

Thursday, January 23, 2003
 Looking back: Buckeyes had big dreams early in season

Wednesday, January 22, 2003
 Looking back: Spencer's Big Ten preseason picks hit and miss

Tuesday, January 21, 2003
 Commentary: What if Krenzel became a Brown?
 McGahee injury convinced some players to turn pro early
 Stars dot list of early entries into 2003 NFL Draft

Monday, January 20, 2003
 Commentary: Closeness of team was a key to success
 Seniors have trouble saying goodbye to Horseshoe
 ESPN's Gottfried says OSU is preseason No. 1

Sunday, January 19, 2003
 Buckeyes cap off dream season will chilly celebration
 Fans relish chance to support their national champions
 Rex Kern ready to give up being last OSU QB to win title
 Trophies, rings big part of marking 2002 title
 North blanks South in malfunction-filled Senior Bowl

Saturday, January 18, 2003
 Commentary: Today was 34 years in the making
 Past championships met with much simpler celebrations
 Tressel Fiesta Bowl speech making e-mail rounds isn't real
 Big-name quarterbacks highlight today's Senior Bowl
 Southern Miss quarterback with kidney disease gets help

Friday, January 17, 2003
 Tressel wins another national coaching honor
 Ex-Buckeye George key to Titans chances vs. Raiders
 Senior Bowl running backs coming off big seasons

Thursday, January 16, 2003
 OSU expects thousands for celebration Saturday
 Smith, Jenkins returning for senior years
 Tressel hits recruiting road looking at sophomore
 Ferentz rejects NFL, will stay with Iowa
 Palmer continues to try to prove himself

Wednesday, January 15, 2003
 Couple got Fiesta Bowl tickets out of nowhere
 Senior Bowl chance for prospects to make impression
 Michigan State trustee wonders why bowl rings are on eBay
 Canes' offense has big shoes to fill
 Washington State left with $750,000 in Rose Bowl tickets

Tuesday, January 14, 2003
 Commentary: This is as good as it gets for the Buckeyes
 Miami's McGahee, Johnson will turn pro
 Complaints filed against three Gator players for car vandalism
 Nebraska's Solich shuffles coaching staff after 7-7 season

Monday, January 13, 2003
 Tressel again mentions Michigan at trophy presentation
 Irizarry switch from OSU to Miami helps 'Canes recruiting

Saturday, January 11, 2003
 Buckeyes, Hurricanes getting along at Shrine Classic
 Georgia will be forced to rebuild
 New Spartan coach sets specific goals for Smoker
 Star running backs Brown, Smith to enter NFL Draft

Friday, January 10, 2003
 Commentary: Go pro, Mo
 Charge filed against Utah man for Fiesta ticket scam
 Commentary: Ealey's 35-game win streak at QB unforgettable
 Commentary: Give Bowden a couple of more years
 Spartans alter helmet design, remove names from uniforms

Thursday, January 9, 2003
 Krenzel not overly excited about being SI cover boy
 Commentary: Penalty on 'The Call' should have been holding
 Commentary: Calls by officials just part of sports
 Paterno satisfied with Big Ten review of officials
 Spartan QB Smoker keeping up with recovery program

Wednesday, January 8, 2003
 Tressel named coach of the year by his peers
 Massive celebration slated for Jan. 18 at Ohio Stadium
 Buckeye merchandise flying off the shelves
 U.S. Senate honors national champion Buckeyes
 Salley takes two days off, joins basketball team
 Hurricane McGahee begins comeback

Tuesday, January 7, 2003
 Commentary: Interference call scapegoat for media
 Current Buckeyes on way to becoming legends in Ohio
 McGahee took out insurance policy two weeks before game
 Ohio State paid for 119 people to attend Fiesta Bowl
 OSU cheerleaders basks in glow of halftime field goal
 Commentary: Zook pushed Grossman out at Florida

Monday, January 6, 2003
 Commentary: Reflecting on the insanity of a classic game
 Commentary: OSU destiny beat Miami dynasty
 Commentary: At the moment of truth, Miami blinked
 Buckeyes calmest when heat was on
 Commentary: Buckeyes win in their typical fashion
 Miami looking forward to next season with 15 starters back
 Inside the numbers of Buckeyes' Fiesta Bowl win ...
 Florida Gov. Bush praises Hurricane season

Sunday, January 5, 2003
 Now what will the Buckeyes do for an encore?
 Commentary: I should have known better than to doubt OSU
 Commentary: It was the best championship game ever
 Referee who made key call spotlighted before; other notes
 Many sights, sounds and fun marked a week in Tempe
 Shocked Hurricanes try to regroup
 Buckeye fans keep on celebrating
 Fiesta Bowl gets high television ratings

Saturday, January 4, 2003
 Only one thing left to say: Champions
 Defense gets the job done
 Dorsey struggles in final Miami game
 Clarett makes big play on strip, in OT
 Hurricanes might lose players early for the NFL
 OSU-Miami report card
 Only one thing left to say: Champions
 Fans celebrate; authorities hope for calm
 Commentary: Tressel shows nice guys finish first

Friday, January 3, 2003
 Game day is here: Will Clarett be distracted or motivated?
 The case for Ohio State: Nugent FG lifts Bucks 23-21
 The case for Miami: Speed kills Buckeyes in 41-14 loss
 Hartsock reflects on Cooper era; other Fiesta Bowl notes
 Beer to be sold at game; fans have mixed reaction
 Miami, OSU fans square off at pep rallies
 Hurricane run defense better than advertised
 Commentary: Off the field, these aren't the old 'Canes
 Commentary: Few have done more with less than Dorsey

Thursday, January 2, 2003
 OSU not sure what to make of Miami center Romberg
 Commentary: Drama follows Clarett around
 Commentary: Clarett flap overdone
 Buckeye fans taking over Tempe
 Everyone still trying to play the ticket game in Tempe
 Gamble getting used to being everywhere
 Winslow could be major mismatch for Buckeyes
 Quiet New Year's for Buckeyes, Miami; other notes

Wednesday, January 01, 2003
 Clarett says OSU officials lied about funeral trip paperwork
 Commentary: Clarett relies on his instincts
 Much has happened since the last time OSU, Miami met
 Pressure is on Fiesta Bowl quarterbacks
 Gamble has his work cut out for him vs. Miami's Johnson
 McGahee pulls Hurricanes to national championship game
 Commentary: That one word keeps popping up -- speed
 Miami doesn't want repeat of '87 Fiesta Bowl; other notes

Tuesday, December 31, 2002
 Clarett upset over not going back to Ohio for funeral
 Buckeyes use big offensive line to wear down opponents
 Krenzel likes being known as smart; other OSU notes
 Barkley impressed with Hurricanes
 Miami receiver Johnson ready to atone for shame
 Beware of fake Fiesta Bowl tickets
 Get remote ready for New Year's bowl games

Monday, December 30, 2002
 Hurricanes owe much to former coach Butch Davis
 Miami has had share of close calls, too
 The bottom line: Dorsey refuses to lose
 Fiesta Bowl has come a long way from humble start
 Joseph brothers are Miami's silent weapons
 Miami center Romberg steals the media show
 Buckeyes, Hurricanes both snubbed for season awards

Sunday, December 29, 2002
 Buckeyes must adjust to speed of Hurricanes
 Carpenter learns on and off the field in freshman year
 Buckeye practice area in secluded spot; other notes
 Streak of 335 straight games in jeopardy for 'Buckeye Bob'
 OSU fans overseas making plans for Fiesta Bowl
 Outback matchup is Florida passing vs. Michigan running
 Paterno dismisses talk of sophomore slump for Mills

Saturday, December 28, 2002
 Some Buckeyes not pleased with Miami celebration flier
 Confident, not cocky, 'Canes arrive for Fiesta Bowl
 Buckeye Anderson used to championship runs
 Miami's Wilfork returns to practice after mother's death
 OSU band member says dotting 'i' is an honor
 Iowa approaching Orange Bowl like any other game
 Navarre wants victory, not retribution for OSU loss

Friday, December 27, 2002
 Buckeye arrive in Phoenix in a jovial mood
 Cold Buckeye fans give team warm sendoff
 Clarett survives long airplane trip
 Success sweet for lineman Douglas after comeback
 Signed Ohio State football will help boy with cancer
 Lopresti: The beauty of the bowl games knows no bounds

Thursday, December 26, 2002
 Gamble an oddity in today's specialized game
 McMullen enjoying thrill of 13-0 season
 Many fans coming to Columbus for Fiesta Bowl
 Ex-Buckeye Cooper facing another drug-related charge
 Time off before Orange Bowl gives Iowa's Russell key rest
 Boston College not taking Toledo lightly

Wednesday, December 25, 2002
 Cooper proud of Buckeye success and his ex-players
 Kline goes forward after walking away from Buckeyes
 Same formula, different players for Toledo
 Lack of black college football coaches is 'beyond troubling'
 Black Coaches Association pledges patience

Tuesday, December 24, 2002
 Defensive back Allen has had small but key role for Bucks
 College picks: Bowls have something for everyone
 Miami star Wilfork has fought through loss
 Toledo's firing makes for unusual Las Vegas Bowl
 There's plenty of distractions for Tulane at Hawaii Bowl

Monday, December 23, 2002
 Doss has chance to cap off storybook career
 Talks begin over some type of college football playoff
 Additional games in a playoff don't concern Tressel
 Clemson prefers battling Texas Tech in warm weather
 Kingsbury not mentioned in same breath as top QBs

Sunday, December 22, 2002
 Five keys helped OSU go from 7-5 to 13-0
 Commentary: Big Ten in big trouble this bowl season
 OSU receiver Chattams accepted in diversion program
 Pugh has huge day in leading Mount Union to another title
 Arkansas over Georgia loss, excited about Music City Bowl

Saturday, December 21, 2002
 At 50, Buckeyes coach Tressel is a product of the '50s
 Success means big money for Buckeyes
 Governors bet on Fiesta Bowl
 Purdue's Tiller hasn't decided between Orton, Kirsch at QB
 Washington State fans upset Price will coach in Rose Bowl

Friday, December 20, 2002
 Clarett wanted to be a Miami Hurricane
 Brother of Buckeye Reynolds also playing for national title
 Sun Devil Stadium prepares for Fiesta Bowl clash
 Commentary: Michigan State hire is substance over style
 Commentary: FSU's Bowden deserves better

Thursday, December 19, 2002
 Commentary: Why the belief that Miami is unstoppable?
 All Big Ten schools share financially in OSU's Fiesta
 Hurricanes might be without one of their top defenders
 Commentary: Price could have bumpy ride at 'Bama
 Clemson fans impatient with coach Tommy Bowden

Wednesday, December 18, 2002
 Buckeyes say Miami beatable, vow not to be intimidated
 Successful year for Buckeyes pays off for Tressel
 GMAC Bowl unlikely to top last year's 64-61 classic
 Being Heisman winner a full-time job
 Seminoles down to third-string quarterback

Tuesday, December 17, 2002
 Doss, Wilhelm and Nugent picked as AP All-Americans
 Miami escapes Heisman Trophy bowl jinx
 Tempe homeowners look to cash in on Fiesta Bowl
 North Texas, Cincinnati kick off bowl season in New Orleans
 Miami of Ohio coach pleads innocent to postgame battery
 Seminoles say they must play over their heads vs. Georgia

Monday, December 16, 2002
 Orange Bowl features top two Heisman finishers
 Allen thrilled with fact another Trojan won Heisman
 Paterno says bowls fun -- for everyone else
 Leftwich, Ragone should fill the air in GMAC Bowl
 Colorado's Bloom temporarily trades in pads for skis

Sunday, December 15, 2002
 Palmer caps up-and-down career with Heisman
 Dorsey says Hurricanes snubbed in postseason awards
 Mount Union continues its Division III dominance
 Commentary: Study linking beer, college sports no shock
 Buckeye Pagac found innocent of disorderly conduct

Saturday, December 14, 2002
 Commentary: Spencer reverses field on Heisman pick
 Commentary: An opposing view on the Heisman choice
 Heisman Watch: Winning games is Dorsey's goal
 Heisman candidates ready for big day
 Junction, Texas proud of Bear Bryant legacy

Friday, December 13, 2002
 Fiesta Bowl coaches not worried about point spread
 Johnson picks up big awards; Doss falls short for Thorpe
 Heisman Watch: Iowa's Banks emerged from nowhere
 Poll: Fans oppose toppling goal posts
 Meyer faces more pressure at Utah than at Bowling Green

Thursday, December 12, 2002
 It's been a season of close calls for the Buckeyes
 Five named Heisman finalists, including Dorsey, McGahee
 Heisman Watch: Palmer turns jeers to cheers
 Several Hurricanes might leave school early
 Iowa's Ferentz is AP coach of the year; Tressel second
 Nugent, Dantonio beaten out for respective awards

Wednesday, December 11, 2002
 Commentary: BCS games stink, starting with a Fiesta blowout
 Heisman Watch: Penn State's Johnson has something to prove
 Cincinnati only lukewarm on New Orleans Bowl trip
 Willingham named Sporting News Sportsman of the Year
 SEC coaching situation becoming a revolving door

Tuesday, December 10, 2002
 Ohio State and Miami intertwine in several areas
 Police not looking forward to Fiesta Bowl beer sales
 Michigan looking to erase memory of OSU loss in Outback
 Iowa's Banks named AP College Player of the Year
 Heisman Watch: Is McGahee best player on the best team?
 Commentary: Franchione's words empty as his office

Monday, December 9, 2002
 Buckeyes finally ready to talk about the Hurricanes
 BCS: Orange Bowl has a Rosy look
 Commentary: BCS worked ... for the most part
 Krenzel, Gamble share Buckeye MVP honors
 Everything you missed this weekend in college football

Sunday, December 8, 2002
 It's OSU-Miami in Fiesta; other BCS bowls still not set
 Fiesta Bowl calls OSU-Miami a 'dream matchup'
 Buckeye fans desperate for Fiesta Bowl tickets
 Commentary: Hurricanes' win streak incredible
 McGahee makes a Heisman statement
 Historic day for Navy QB in rout of Army

Saturday, December 7, 2002
 BCS primer: Everything you need to know about the bowls
 Fiesta Bowl tickets already going for $750 a pop
 Defensive coordinator Dantonio finalist for Broyles Award
 Miami ready to take on final hurdle before Ohio State
 Their bowl games are set, but Marshall, Toledo want MAC title

Friday, December 6, 2002
 Buckeyes can sit back and watch this weekend
 Doss, Nugent named to coaches' All-America team
 Virginia Tech knows it will have its hands full
 Georgia has definite homefield advantage in SEC title game
 Injuries do happen when goal posts come down

Thursday, December 5, 2002
 Freshman season an education for Clarett
 College picks: Everything gets resolved this weekend
 Is Iowa in the BCS or not?
 Heisman merry-go-round keeps spinning and spinning
 Army, Navy hope to end season with feel-good win

Wednesday, December 4, 2002
 Fiesta Bowl a blend of power and cash
 With Iowa apparently in BCS bowl, Big Ten picture clearer
 Ex-OSU assistant Zook no stranger to playing Michigan
 Commentary: Dorsey doesn't deserve Heisman for career
 Miami hopes punts, protection improve against Virginia Tech

Tuesday, December 3, 2002
 Doss, Wilhelm, Groom named to FWAA All-America team
 OSU gains ground in BCS; USC makes big move
 Commentary: Iowa deserving over Irish for BCS bowl
 Honors roll in for Miami players
 Colorado wants less mistakes this time vs. Sooners

Monday, December 2, 2002
 Lopresti: Jenkins' Purdue catch college's play of the year
 OSU a distant second to Miami in both polls
 USC biggest question mark of teams jockeying for BCS
 Hurricanes overwhelm opponents with speed
 Everything you missed this weekend in college football

Sunday, December 1, 2002
 Miami just one win away from taking on the Buckeyes
 Bowl picture starting to take shape
 Zook pales in comparison to Spurrier
 Nebraska reeling from worst season in decades
 Quietly, Mount Union keeps winning in OSU's shadow

Saturday, November 30, 2002
 Tressel had 172,000 reasons to be thankful this week
 Miami motto: Finish strong
 Backyard Brawl moving to new turf
 Sooner-Cowboy matchup personal for Stoops, Miles
 Twisted tale a permanent part of Gator-Seminole lore

Friday, November 29, 2002
 OSU one of several schools with extra sturdy goal posts
 Universities look for solutions to fan violence
 Picks: Notre Dame-USC important again
 Two charged with selling fake OSU-Michigan tickets
 Heavyweight programs hit some rough times

Wednesday, November 27, 2002
 Tressel like a Norman Rockwell painting come to life
 Clarett Big Ten freshman of year; other Buckeyes honored
 Who would win between Buckeyes and Iowa?
 There's a clear winner in OSU-Iowa video game clash
 Columbus officials: OSU fan melee was worst ever

Tuesday, November 26, 2002
 Buckeyes prove defense wins championships
 Fiesta Bowl officials thrilled with Ohio State
 Miami opens up lead over OSU in BCS standings
 Police review video of violence after Buckeye win
 Commentary: It's time to end unruliness after college games

Monday, November 25, 2002
 'Scrappy' Buckeyes won on scoreboard, not on stats
 Now there's no doubt the OSU-Michigan rivalry is back
 Buckeye high-wire act refuses to fall
 Miami still No. 1, but Ohio State gets first-place votes
 Safety a concern in Columbus, elsewhere
 Embarrassed OSU officials apologize for post-game acts
 Everything you missed this weekend in college football

Sunday, November 24, 2002
 Bucks cap improbable season at 13-0, head to Fiesta Bowl
 Injured Clarett steps up
 Crowd and defense mix up Wolverines
 Tressel to Fiesta Bowl officials: 'We accept'
 Ohio State-Michigan report card

Saturday, November 23, 2002
 You don't have to be from Ohio to know about the rivalry
 Anderson doesn't mind his anonymity
 QB Kern likes the looks of Buckeyes, Krenzel
 No. 13 plays a key role in this year's game
 Buckeyes, Wolverines square off on the border
 Dantonio looking forward to the game

Friday, November 22, 2002
 OSU fans have one thing on their minds: Beat Michigan
 Hey, OSU fans: UM would do you a favor by winning
 Where is Tressel in coach of the year talk?
 Doss, Gamble give strength to secondary
 Don't worry: Buckeyes far from having swelled heads
 Authorities plan to keep mayhem under control
 OSU-Michigan game crasher mulls another attempt

Thursday, November 21, 2002
 There's no question Buckeyes are reflection of their coach
 Jenkins doesn't talk big to build himself up
 This Wolverine fan feeling scarlet and gray, not blue
 Clarett says he'll play Saturday
 If you are willing to pay, you can get a ticket for Saturday
 College picks: Are Buckeyes safe at home?

Wednesday, November 20, 2002
 Media attention huge for OSU-Michigan matchup
 They don't get much credit, but Buckeye run not all luck
 Commentary: Tressel made a believer out of me
 Bruce: Without Michigan win, season is lacking
 Navarre needs to step up for Wolverines
 Geiger ensures safety, other game notes

Tuesday, November 19, 2002
 Krenzel's success started last year vs. Wolverines
 Ohio State drops to No. 2 in BCS by slimmest of margins
 Wolverines politely preparing for showdown
 Carr ready to renewal rivalry
 Stadium safety at issue for Michigan

Monday, November 18, 2002
 Ohio State vs. Michigan: It always comes down to this
 This isn't Cooper's Ohio State-Michigan game
 Other than a Texas drop, not much change in polls
 Wolverines don't need extra motivation
 Everything you missed this weekend in college football

Sunday, November 17, 2002
 Calm Buckeyes win another nail-biter
 Ohio State-Illinois report card
 Wolverines primed for Buckeyes' spoiler role
 Iowa completes undefeated Big Ten season
 Purdue pulls out see-saw win vs. Michigan State

Saturday, November 16, 2002
 Tressel just hitting stride in season-long marathon
 Miami's winning streak based on talent, coaching
 Court throws out $2 million award for female kicker
 Marshall isn't planning changes after fan knocked down
 Conference reprimands four players for greased uniforms

Friday, November 15, 2002
 Everywhere Tressel looks on defense, he sees MVPs
 Gimpy Clarett still a worry for Illinois
 The ABCs of BCS at-large picks
 Hoosiers trying to plug holes against Nittany Lions line
 Minnesota QB aspires to be like Iowa's Banks

Thursday, November 14, 2002
 Predictable offense? Tressel doesn't mind ... to a point
 Commentary: Just keep winning and things will be fine
 College picks: Florida State edges closer to BCS bowl
 Hawkeyes surprise everyone but themselves
 Should fans be prevented from swarming the field?

Wednesday, November 13, 2002
 Buckeyes worrying about 12-0 before 13-0
 Opinion: New president off base in targeting football fans
 Commentary: Paterno needs to apologize
 Miami of Ohio coach released after shoving fan
 Minnesota trying to regroup after hot start

Tuesday, November 12, 2002
 Poise, patience paying off for Krenzel
 Ohio State tops latest BCS standings; Miami second
 Illinois not out of bowl picture
 Michigan trying to turn in strong November finish
 Football official effigy hanging from Paterno's door

Monday, November 11, 2002
 Shoulder stinger keeps Clarett from excelling
 Tressel didn't exactly roll dice on game-winner vs. Purdue
 Miami unanimous No. 1 over second-place Ohio State
 It should be a rare peaceful week for BCS
 Everything you missed this weekend in college football

Sunday, November 10, 2002
 Buckeyes get heart-stopping, last-minute win at Purdue
 Jenkins becoming one of OSU's elite playmakers
 OSU wants to crack down on unruly fans
 Ex-Buckeye Carter's comeback derailed
 Group looks to open doors and minds for black coaches

Saturday, November 9, 2002
 Buckeyes continue trek through minefield at Purdue
 Meet the guys behind the BCS rankings
 Iowa, Northwestern switch roles from recent past
 Minnesota wants Little Brown Jug back from Michigan
 Last year's loss still a bad taste in Penn State's mouth

Friday, November 8, 2002
 The second half has belonged to the Buckeyes
 Purdue's Tiller says Clarett reminds him of Herschel
 Final four unbeatens take to the road
 If game's in hand, Sooners likely to play it safe
 Miami's Dorsey was almost a Volunteer

Thursday, November 7, 2002
 Doss has kept growing since Purdue game two years ago
 Purdue five-year bowl streak in danger of being snapped
 Football is king at OSU, and Jim O'Brien doesn't mind
 College picks: Buckeyes shaky on the road
 Stoops, Coker have different views on BCS, playoff

Wednesday, November 6, 2002
 BCS talk continues, and Buckeyes try to stay focused
 Injured Kirsch's starting QB job at Purdue in jeopardy
 Washington State still rolling after loss to OSU
 Meyer becoming Urban legend at Bowling Green
 Paterno's frustrations continue to show

Tuesday, November 5, 2002
 Buckeye defense taking pressure off the offense
 Buckeyes jump to No. 2 in BCS standings
 Purdue looking for answers after 5-10 skid
 Spartans fire head coach Williams
 Illinois -- OSU's opponent next week -- changes QBs again

Monday, November 4, 2002
 Wins are nice, but Buckeyes aren't overly excited yet
 Buckeyes No. 3 in both polls, might be No. 2 in BCS
 OSU major beneficiary of weekend upsets
 BCS possibilities for rest of season endless
 Everything you missed in college football this weekend

Sunday, November 3, 2002
 Buckeye defense spurs 34-3 win over Gophers
 Vance overcomes death of brother
 Gophers dig hole with run game
 Backs step up for Clarett; Nugent keeps rolling
 OSU-Minnesota report card

Saturday, November 2, 2002
 Ohioans big part of Minnesota roster
 Irish don't look unbeatable to Boston College
 Hokies plan to answer Pitt for last year's blowout
 Buffs, Brown take their shot at Sooners
 Trojans' Palmer finally playing up to expectations

Friday, November 1, 2002
 Seniors want to leave OSU program on a high note
 Hartsock getting married, but he's keeping his mind on football
 Ex-Buckeye Vrabel preparing for old friend Bledsoe
 Not much luster to Michigan-Michigan State matchup
 World's Largest Outdoor Cocktail Party different minus Spurrier

Thursday, October 31, 2002
 Clarett says he gets lots of hate mail from OSU fans
 Gamble just keeps going and going and going ...
 College picks: Colorado tries to extend Sooner streak
 BCS not taking human element out of picking top teams
 Purdue has bye week to prepare for Buckeyes

Wednesday, October 30, 2002
 Tressel oblivious to BCS standings, focused on Gophers
 Clarett still likely to play; Grant, Olivea should be back
 Buckeye Kurt Wilhelm charged with assault
 OSU one of the teams with 'BCS Blues'
 Paterno's frustration with calls grows after OSU loss

Tuesday, October 29, 2002
 Buckeye defenders become late-night film buffs
 Buckeyes up one spot in BCS standings to No. 5
 Complete collapse leaves Michigan looking for answers
 Fading Seminoles replace Rix at quarterback
 Georgia is getting that championship feeling

Monday, October 28, 2002
 OSU has four hurdles left for undefeated season
 Clarett likely to play Saturday vs. Minnesota
 Despite win, Buckeyes drop two spots in AP poll
 Imagine Miami being undefeated and not in Fiesta Bowl
 Everything you missed this weekend in college football

Sunday, October 27, 2002
 Buckeyes grind out 13-7 win vs. Penn State
 Mills has trouble figuring out defense
 Gamble makes plays everywhere
 Clarett hurts shoulder; other Buckeye notes
 Ohio State-Penn State report card

Saturday, October 26, 2002
 Nittany Lions can get back on track with win vs. Buckeyes
 Michigan-Iowa game brings back memories of 1980s rivalries
 Expectations for Gophers rise as schedule gets tougher
 Hurricanes not big fans of Morgantown
 Oklahoma defense puts Sooners back on top of BCS

Friday, October 25, 2002
 Is Chris Gamble the next Deion Sanders?
 Irish coach could have Jackie Robinson-type impact
 Purdue kicker admits he's cost team three wins
 Spartans won't have QB Smoker against desperate Badgers
 No. 24 Bowling Green just another unbeaten in MAC

Thursday, October 24, 2002
 Mo vs. Larry no matchup of stooges when OSU, Lions meet
 OSU in fine shape to win national title through back door
 College picks: Irish winning streak on line against Florida State
 Iowa star Russell tried playing for Wolverines -- twice
 N.C. State gets prime-time stage to show they're for real

Wednesday, October 23, 2002
 Buckeyes try not to get caught up in BCS talk
 Johnson gives credit to Penn State offensive line for record
 Iowa prepares for biggest game of the season
 Miami struggling to stop the run
 Spartans coach frustrated, says team must be tougher

Tuesday, October 22, 2002
 Krenzel continues to grow in each start
 Oklahoma No. 1 in BCS; OSU is sixth
 Officials quietly begin review of BCS format
 Capone making a name for himself at Penn State
 Michigan still in good position for Big Ten title

Monday, October 21, 2002
 Buckeyes keeping focused on next game
 Oklahoma gains ground on Miami; Buckeyes still fourth
 Heisman race really wide open; other notes
 Three traditional powers get taste of losing
 Everything you missed this weekend in college football

Sunday, October 20, 2002
 Buckeyes clamp down in second half, top Badgers
 Clarett rushes away from NFL questions; other notes
 Ohio State-Wisconsin grade card
 Michigan pulls out another close win
 Wallace's Heisman hopes take major hit in Sooner blowout

Saturday, October 19, 2002
 Cover boy vs. photo boy one subplot of Badgers-Buckeyes
 Iowa State trying to turn around horrific record vs. Sooners
 Air Force quarterback soaking up the attention
 Indiana receivers proving their coach wrong
 Georgia in prime position to break title drought

Friday, October 18, 2002
 Wilhelm pushing himself harder -- with help from Doss
 Heisman race is wide open as preseason favorites falter
 Fullbacks of today block and block ... and then maybe run
 Big Ten commissioner draws line at questioning integrity of refs
 With win over Irish, could Air Force be national title material?

Thursday, October 17, 2002
 Experienced Wisconsin offense having trouble clicking
 Clarett might challenge rule, go pro very early
 Tressel doesn't favor instant replay in college
 OSU up in arms over Bollinger's boast on autographed photo
 Pagac pleads innocent to disorderly conduct charges
 College picks: Irish offense better get in gear

Wednesday, October 16, 2002
 Ohio State-Wisconsin rivalry just keeps growing
 Tressel: You must 'talk about and talk about' off-field behavior
 Ten undefeated teams make BCS standings shaky
 Fiery Paterno continues ref rant, adds media as a target
 Farm slogan keeps Iowa focused

Tuesday, October 15, 2002
 Tressel needs to live up to reputation for finishing kick
 Washington State recovering nicely from loss to Buckeyes
 McMullen settling in for Buckeyes
 Michigan's Navarre doing best to silence critics
 Penn State calls for review of Big Ten football officiating

Monday, October 14, 2002
 OSU gives up more through the air, but not on scoreboard
 Linebacker Pagac charged with disorderly conduct
 Buckeyes up to 4th; Miami sets record at No. 1
 Miami, Oklahoma have best poll position
 Everything you missed this weekend in college football

Sunday, October 13, 2002
 Passing game gets in gear for OSU in 50-7 win
 Swagger back for Clarett
 Spartans beat at own game
 Headline news: Nugent misses a kick
 Report card

Saturday, October 12, 2002
 Bucks, Spartans not thrilled with today's matchup
 College football fans will have field day Saturday
 Penn State faces its nemesis: Michigan
 Brown, Simms get another chance to win a big one
 Activists push for more black coaches in college football

Friday, October 11, 2002
 Another pass-happy team takes on the Buckeyes
 McNutt out indefinitely
 Once again, MAC not getting respect in polls
 Penn State QB won't let bum shoulder alter his style
 Texas-Oklahoma rivalry enjoying another heyday

Thursday, October 10, 2002
 Krenzel prides himself on thick skin
 College picks: Florida State out to end Miami's streak
 NCAA almost gets Colorado/Neuheisel affair right
 Miami, Florida State trade roles
 Kingsbury racks up records; other college notes

Wednesday, October 9, 2002
 Is Clarett getting special treatment?
 Grossman admits Heisman hopes lost
 Wisconsin preparing to avenge last year's loss to Indiana
 Surprising Pitt only hopes second half goes like last year's
 Georgia in prime position to break title drought

Tuesday, October 8, 2002
 Buckeyes not being confused with road warriors
 Wolverines are rested and ready for Penn State
 Time to atone for Simms; other college notes
 Struggling Illini mull another quarterback change
 Arkansas keeps working overtime ... this time it doesn't pay

Monday, October 7, 2002
 Too much too soon for Clarett?
 Ohio State-Northwestern report card
 Everything you missed this weekend in college football
 Miami strengthens grip on No. 1; OSU stays fifth
 Parity arrives in college football

Sunday, October 6, 2002
 Clarett struggles, but Buckeyes get ugly 27-16 win
 Commentary: Irish are back
 Mistake-prone Badgers lose to Penn State
 Special-team turnovers fuel Purdue loss to Iowa
 Crowd gets crazy after Ole Miss downs Gators

Saturday, October 5, 2002
 By land or air, Buckeyes look to knock out Northwestern
 Evans return still iffy for the Badgers
 Tough times for Husker fans
 Louisville's Ragone back in national spotlight
 Sooners face first true road test at Missouri

Friday, October 4, 2002
 Scott's impact might be felt all the way to Fiesta Bowl
 Road trip! Buckeyes finally leave Ohio
 NU's Wright shoulders load on and off the field
 High times for football in the Hawkeye State
 Gopher defense starting to improve

Thursday, October 3, 2002
 With OSU's depth, there's not enough balls to go around
 Clarett prefers ground game when traveling, too
 College picks: Watch out, Oklahoma
 Rebels look for upset, other college notes
 Big Ten disciplines four officials
 Paterno won't be punished for grabbing ref

Wednesday, October 2, 2002
 Buckeyes hope No. 5 isn't their unlucky number
 Paterno loses cool with refs, but wants to focus on Badgers
 Ex-OSU linebacker Cooper pleads guilty to charges
 Heisman gimmicks unnecessary for MSU's Rogers
 MSU coach still likes Spartans' Big Ten title chances

Tuesday, October 1, 2002
 Phillips: Buckeyes deserve to be in the Top 5
 Northwestern coach not interested in moral victories
 Ohio State releases Morris from letter of intent
 After bye week, Badgers ready for Penn State
 Carr happy with Wolverines' passing success

Monday, September 30, 2002
 Offense showed new wrinkles vs. Hoosiers
 Ohio State may try demand-based ticket pricing
 OSU ranked No. 5; Nebraska out for first time since 1981
 Everything you missed this weekend in college football
 Iowa's wild Penn State win helps erase loss to Cyclones

Sunday, September 29, 2002
 Buckeyes get rolling, win 45-17
 Needle, not Hoosiers, slowed down Clarett
 Indiana had chances to keep it close
 McMullen makes most of chance; special teams step up
 Report card

Saturday, September 28, 2002
 Fast starts nothing new for Buckeye opponents
 A young Hoosier squad will try to slow down Buckeyes
 Wisconsin's Camp Randall Stadium rated Big Ten's best
 More losses ahead for Seminoles?

Friday, September 27, 2002
 Clarett returns, but Ross still plans on playing a major role
 Wilhelm looking forward to Big Ten opener
 Penn State looking to avenge Iowa lopsided loss
 Kent State hopes to find way to stop Northern Illinois rushing
 College injury talk might soon be violation of federal law

Thursday, September 26, 2002
 Gamble gets quality time on offense, defense special teams
 Big Ten is just fine, thank you
 IU making changes because of Hoosiers' depth depletion
 College picks: Looks like an easy day for most Top 25 teams
 Boilermakers hurting themselves with turnovers

Wednesday, September 25, 2002
 Can Buckeyes improve against lesser competition?
 Clarett likely to return Saturday
 Ross denies transfer rumors
 Hoosiers getting in sync on offense
 Penn State reflects entering 10th Big Ten season

Tuesday, September 24, 2002
 Ohio State sidesteps painful learning experience
 Indiana's DiNardo lets assistants do the talking
 Carr is confident in Wolverines
 Fulmer says Vols need to be hungrier

Monday, September 23, 2002
 A win is a win, but Buckeyes still looking to improve
 Ohio State stays at No. 6 in both polls
 Everything you missed this weekend in college football
 Penn State defense bends, doesn't break in La. Tech win

Sunday, September 22, 2002
 Buckeyes survive landmine vs. Cincinnati
 Defensive Gamble pays off
 Buckeye report card
 UC defense stepped up; other Bearcat notes
 Bearcats had the win in their hands

Saturday, September 21, 2002
 Cincinnati coach sees OSU game as no-lose situation
 How can UC win? Here's a recipe for success
 Several Buckeyes returning home today
 Central Ohioan looking to excel with Bearcats
 Big Ten still yet to prove its strength as a conference

Friday, September 20, 2002
 Clarett won't start, probably won't play at all
 With Clarett hurt, three others will vie for carries
 It's been a bumpy road, but Peterson is making an impact
 Despite successes, UC kicker looking for redemption
 RedHawks eager to put two tough losses behind them

Thursday, September 19, 2002
 Overlooked offensive line ready to block for any back
 Krenzel eventually must show he can take over a game
 College picks: Pac-10 looking for perfect weekend
 Return to glory: The dome shines again at Notre Dame

Wednesday, September 18, 2002
 Clarett 'unlikely' to play Saturday after knee surgery
 Clarett injury raises some questions
 Commentary: It's shameful big-time college football only has 4 black head coaches
 Purdue learning its lesson about overlooking opponents

Tuesday, September 17, 2002
 Just how good can Clarett get?
 Anderson takes on different role
 Leftwich continues to gain admirers

Monday, September 16, 2002
 Conditioning, Clarett give defense a lift
 Buckeyes now No. 6 in both polls
 Everything you missed this weekend in college football
 Penn State opens eyes with big Nebraska win

Sunday, September 15, 2002
 Clarett, defense propel Bucks in second half
 Clarett explodes following halftime
 Cougars get pushed around
 Nugent kicking streak continues; record crowd sees game
 Report card

Saturday, September 14, 2002
 Buckeyes aren't reading their press clippings
 Souders makes long trip from Bucyrus to OSU hall of fame
 Cincinnati not thinking about that other Ohio school -- yet
 Bobcats have the full attention of angry Gators

Friday, September 13, 2002
 Calm Nugent gets his kicks more easily this year
 Ex-Buckeyes, good friends Springs and Boston to do battle
 Big Ten looks to regain face this weekend
 Golden Gophers want revenge against Toledo

Thursday, September 12, 2002
 Gesser looks to hit the big time vs. Buckeyes
 Anderson anchors OSU defensive line
 College picks: Nebraska, Notre Dame, Maryland searching this weekend
 Michigan's Navarre to continue fight with critics vs. Notre Dame

Wednesday, September 11, 2002
 No need to look ahead this week -- Washington State is a challenge
 For once, even Paterno is looking forward to night game
 Indiana, Illinois change starting quarterbacks
 College football schedule

Tuesday, September 10, 2002
 FSU transfer catching on with Washington State
 Michigan set for perfect matchup against Notre Dame
 Alvarez: Badgers can't get cocky

Monday, September 9, 2002
 Krenzel makes good calls in new offensive scheme
 Ohio State No. 6 in new AP poll, No. 8 in coaches' poll
 Everything you missed this weekend in college football
 Lopsided Miami loss embarrasses Gators

Sunday, September 8, 2002
 Buckeyes get rolling early in win
 Buckeye ground game had its hits and misses
 Kent looks for positives
 Conditioning, rotation pay off

Saturday, September 7, 2002
 For many Buckeyes, there are no small games
 Badgers hope to silence Mountaineers' musket
 Questions answered today for Miami, Florida

Friday, September 6, 2002
 Buckeyes being polite to underdog Golden Flashes
 Geiger says he's pleased with Buckeyes on and off the field
 Four conference champs look to rebound after early stumble
 Suddenly, Notre Dame football is fun again
 Wolverines try to focus on Western Michigan with Irish lurking

Thursday, September 5, 2002
 Elusive Kent quarterback next target for Buckeyes
 McNutt for Heisman? Tongue-in-cheek campaign under way
 Chattams might avoid charges
 College picks: Hurricanes, Gators ready to renew rivalry
 This weekend's college football schedule

Wednesday, September 4, 2002
 Ohio State not taking anything for granted
 Ohio State excuses Chattams from team
 Gophers try to balance grief with football
 Willingham has a feel for what Notre Dame is all about

Tuesday, September 3, 2002
 Buckeyes move up two spots in both polls
 Saturday was a great day for losers
 Kentucky gets off to surprising start

Monday, September 2, 2002
 Everything you might have missed this college football weekend
 Real season begins next week for Hurricanes, Gators
 Willingham sets bar high in debut as Notre Dame coach

Sunday, September 1, 2002
 Across the country, Saturdays mean rooting for Buckeyes
 BCS didn't kill bowls -- a record number will be played
 Michigan's wild classic ingredients: a kid, a kick, a call

Saturday, August 31, 2002
 Bye week gives Buckeye fans chance to dream
 A few things you can count on in college football this year
 Purdue wants return of high-scoring offense

Friday, August 30, 2002
 Humble Clarett says he can get better, rates first game a '6'
 Indiana's DiNardo ready to step on field for first time since 1999
 MAC teams have some big challenges this weekend

Thursday, August 29, 2002
 McMullen touchdown run an unexpected surprise
 2002 version of Michigan QB Navarre: tougher, more mature
 Week 2 picks: Quarterbacks move onto center stage
 College football schedule

Wednesday, August 28, 2002
 Hartsock proud of way offensive line performed
 Indiana names starting QB; other college football notes
 Penn State to face UCF passing attack with depleted secondary

Tuesday, August 27, 2002
 Defense successful despite pass-happy opponent
 Bucks move up in polls; Clarett gets Big Ten honor
 Swagger is back after Buckeyes' big victory
 Navarre to remain Michigan quarterback

Monday, August 26, 2002
 Ross takes backseat to Clarett for now
 Purpura takes stab at predicting Big Ten race
 Clarett only one of the new stars to shine early in season

Sunday, August 25, 2002
 Buckeyes look like well-oiled machine in 45-21 victory
 Clarett's success not a huge surprise to anyone
 Plenty of blame to go around on Texas Tech side of the ball
 Other true freshmen step up, make impact for Buckeyes

Saturday, August 24, 2002
 Ohio State's long 2002 odyssey starts today vs. Texas Tech
 Purpura takes stab at predicting Big Ten race
 Bowden approaches a place in history

Friday, August 23, 2002
 Matchup: Ohio State vs. Texas Tech
 Kingsbury is a hard worker -- but what's with the Britney T-shirt?
 Florida State, Nebraskan have reputations on the line

Thursday, August 22, 2002
 Krenzel is OSU's best man

Wednesday, August 21, 2002
 All eyes on OSU freshmen, fill-ins
 Discipline, injuries sideline 7 Buckeyes

Tuesday, August 20, 2002
 OSU tabs Doss and Nickey as captains

Sunday, August 18, 2002
 Tressel remains grounded