April 16, 2009

Paulus Given Opportunity to Compete for Starting Quarterback at Michigan

Duke Guard Greg Paulus has been given an opportunity by Michigan Head Coach Rich Rodriguez to compete for the starting quarterback position per ESPN.com. Paulus, who is scheduled to graduate from Duke this June, was a former All-American quarterback at Christian Brothers Academy in Syracuse, New York.

Because he did not redshirt during his four-year career with the Blue Devils, Paulus has retained one year of collegiate eligibility. "The chance to compete for a starting job is important," said Paulus. "With me only having an opportunity to play for one year, the chance and the opportunity to compete at a high level is important. There is an opportunity to do that at Michigan."

Paulus visited Ann Arbor this past Tuesday, but did not work out for any of the Michigan coaches. "There has been an opportunity given there," said Paulus. "I thought it was a really good visit. It was really helpful to get to be on a campus and meet with Coach Rodriguez and see the system and understand what types of opportunities are out there."

If Paulus does decide to become a Wolverine, he will have to beat out true freshmen Tate Forcier, Junior Nick Sheridan, and Denard Robinson, another incoming freshmen. Sheridan started four games for Michigan last year.

Across the country, Tweeters are expressing their opinions about Paulus potentially becoming a Wolverine.

  1. Billy Ocean
    JulianMcFly Greg Paulus bout to transfer and play football for Michigan maybe? Wow...he just opened a big door for bammas if this works out
  2. Ashley Holleman
    AshleyHolleman Greg Paulus to Michigan to play qb?! I am glad I got out when I did. Don't get me wrong, love Ann Arbor and everyone there, but come on UM
  3. Landis
    Landis91 All of Greg Paulus' high school highlights are him throwing ducks. Buyer beware.
  4. Howgoodiwas.com HGIW
    HGIW I can't believe Greg Paulus is going back to football for his senior year!
  5. Ryan Banks O
    Rooroxx is buying a greg paulus Michigan football jersey
  6. Brian Dils
    briandils Just heard the Greg Paulus interview on PTI. He said "and uhh" about 125 times and I'm not sure I'm exaggerating
  7. Eric
    DerdniK @pointforwardpro It's official! -- http://tinyurl.com/cxhjy4 Michigan Offers Greg Paulus Football Scholarship -- Will compete for QB Job
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Danny Ainge has heart attack

Per the Boston Globe, Boston Celtics Director of Basketball Operations Danny Ainge suffered a mild heart attack earlier today.

He is currently at home resting comfortably, according to a statement released by the team.

Ainge was a guard for the Celtics during the 1980's and was a part of two championship teams. He rejoined the team in 2003 to run the franchise.

He orchestrated trades to bring Kevin Garnett and Ray Allen to Boston, the cornerstones of the team's NBA title run last season.

Celtics and NBA fans are reacting to the news-

  1. Chris Pollone
    ChrisNBC13HD Celtics GM Danny Ainge has a heart attack on the same day it's reveal Kevin Garnett will likely miss playoffs. Coincidence? I had one 2.
  2. Sherry Eckert
    digigoddess My friend Danny Ainge had a heart attack this morning. Wow he is only 2 years older than me, get well soon Danny!
  3. David Leibowitz
    leiboaz Just read that Danny Ainge had a "mild" heart attack. I'm sure if we asked him, he'd say, "Hey, no heart attack that happens to ME is mild."
  4. Mack!
    jimmyrabbitte After numerous dealings with Celtics fans, I know how Danny Ainge feels. Also, what the hell, modern life? Ease up a bit!
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  1. Isaac Forman
    isaacforman More rough news for the Celtics: GM Danny Ainge suffered a heart attack. Don't blame him, trying to orchestrate a title defense & losing KG.
  2. Peter King
    Peter_KingCNNSI Heard Danny Ainge had a heart attack. Going to organize a bake sale to help with medical bills. Details coming.
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John Madden retires from broadcasting

Per ESPN, Pro Football Hall of Fame member John Madden has announced that he is retiring from broadcasting after 30 years in the booth. Madden, who is 73 years old, was the coach of the former Super Bowl Champion Oakland Raiders and began his broadcasting career in 1979. He has won 16 Emmy Awards for his performance on all four major broadcast networks.

The Twitterverse has mixed emotions. Some appear happy for him and others are a bit sad:


  1. Mac McGreger
    mmcgreger (Cordova, TN) Wow. john Madden is retiring! I knew it would happen someday, just still a shocker. http://bit.ly/OV4p
  2. Bill Reilly
    oziumrules (Miami, FL) Congrats to John Madden on a great sportscasting career. Enjoy retirement....
  3. Tommy Reyes
    theu4life219 (New York, NY) Congrats to John Madden on a great run as a broadcaster...u will be missed!! so does this mean there will be no more Madden vid gms? LOL
  4. DavidMMcLemore
    DavidMMcLemore (Location not listed) John Madden is retiring from the broadcast booth. That is sad. While not everyone liked him, he was always my favorite.
  5. Keith Butters
    keithters (Brooklyn, NY) I don't think I can watch pro football without Madden 
  6. Tim Montemayor
    TheMontyShow (Los Angeles, CA) John Madden changed the way we watched football, pretty amazing career!
  7. jonanibal
    jonanibal (Location not listed) John madden retiring from broadcasting = thank goodnes :)
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