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I'm 5' 11" and 155 pounds on a good day. I love football, basketball, baseball, slow-pitch softball, and even a bit of hockey here and there. I'm not a big fan of the Pac 10 in any sport, as a general rule I ignore the Chiefs and Royals, and have decided to declare the Thunder as my home-town basketball team. I love God, my family, my girlfriend, KU (especially football), chicken, dark chocolate, and Demetri Martin. Someday I hope to make a living doing what I do on this site, but wouldn't mind retiring early and just watching football either.

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LAWRENCE, KS - OCTOBER 10: Toben Opurum #35 of the Kansas Jayhawks runs with the ball during the game against the Iowa State Cyclones on October 10, 2009 at Memorial Stadium in Lawrence, Kansas. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)

An Early Look at The Kansas Jayhawks in 2010 (Offense)

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Big 12 North Predictions and Power Rankings (Week 11)

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LAWRENCE, KS - SEPTEMBER 19: Linebacker Huldon Tharp #34 of the Kansas Jayhawks gets ready on the line during the game against the Duke Blue Devils on Kivisto Field at Memorial Stadium on September 19, 2009 in Lawrence, Kansas. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)

An Early Look at the 2010 Kansas Jayhawks Defense

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LAWRENCE, KS - NOVEMBER 18: Running back Leon Patton #14 of the Kansas State Wildcats breaks free for a touchdown against the Kansas Jayhawks in the second quarter at Memorial Stadium November 18, 2006 in Lawrence, Kansas. (Photo by Brian Bahr/Getty Images)

Three Keys for Kansas In The Sunflower Showdown

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by Stephen
22 minutes ago

Hey JD,

Consistent? Well Sharpe is probably the most consistent player on the D-line. I was very skeptical at the beginning of the year, but he has certainly proved himself, being 2nd in the Big XII to Von Miller (Texas A&M) in sacks.

Howard is probably the most high energy guy on the team. He's a guy that'll play a hybrid of linebacker/defensive end and always seems to put pressure on the QB. He's not quite as good as Sharpe when it comes to sacks, but he's always around the QB when he throws it. He may not be as quick, but he's got enough power to push his way into the backfield.

A guy you should be watching out for is Cody Davis, Safety. He is an absolute authority piece for the Red Raider D. He is THE hardest hitter on defense as well as our best cover safety on the team. He's only a RS-Freshman so Tech gets to look forward services for the next 3 years.

Stephen
by Curtis
about 7 hours ago

All of you said is very understandable, and those three players have in fact had tremendous seasons thus far. Just thought I'd make my case for Sexton though he doesn't quite have the numbers, he still is the leader of our defense. Good to hear that Cox and Lavine both make it though, both "Mr. Reliable" deserves some credit while Cox needs some needed attention away from the punt/kick return game for once.

Best Regards,

Curtis.
by Curtis
about 21 hours ago

Well, honestly if I had to choose out of Oklahoma States defense, I'd pick one you didn't even mention. Linebacker Andre Sexton.

Sure, Parrish Cox has developed into a shut down corner, and Patrick Lavine has been "Mr. Reliable" for four seasons, but no one has done more than Sexton.

Sexton started his career at OSU as a safety and was freshman of the year. Then he was moved to "Star" which is where he's played ever since. Sexton may not do the flashiest things, or even have the biggest numbers, but he is "Mr. Consistent", he's involved in every single play and a large portion of the time he leads the team in tackles.

Yes, Booker has been a GREAT replacement for the injured Orie Lemon, and Lucien "The Punisher" Antoine has been a great addition as well, but still, none has done more in his career then Sexton.

My top players from OSU are as followed; Sexton, Lavine, and Cox.

I hope this answered your question, and good luck to the Jayhawks for remaining seasons.

Best Regards,
Curtis.
by Josh
about 24 hours ago

i agree that Crick's numbers are great. But I think McCoy is more of a "true" defensive tackle opening things up for the line-backing corps.

I wouldn't be against Crick being on the list, in fact I think he is more than deserving, but I think that a lot of people will look past his numbers and ignore them until next year. Really, three of the four D-Linemen could be All-Big 12 picks, but won't be.

Asante Doesn't have great numbers but the dude has locked down the back side of the defense. It's hard to throw into the cover 2 gap with him back there, and his speed and run tackling ability is above average. If he could hold onto a ball he would have at least four interceptions this season. He had, I believe, eight tackles before leaving the game with a possible concussion on Saturday. And the medical staff had to hide his helmet from him to keep him from going back in... that is beast mode.

i look forward to the list though, and think Suh and Crick deserve it, but the "powers that be" will not put him on the first team list simply because of his lack of name and that Suh plays next to him.
by Josh
1 day ago

Hey man, thanks for the questions, here are my answers.

Prince is a good lock down corner, O'Hanlon had a great game, but is at best a third team all big 12 selection. Prince could be the best corner in the Big 12 next season, and may be this season, but he is relatively unknown. I would say second team all Big 12 for sure, but i can't think of anyone to put ahead of him at that position. Crick is really good. Although his numbers are a bit skewed due to Suh. However, I think you will see that next year he will be an all-big 12 first eam DT. Right now Gerald McCoy is hands down better than Crick. Right now I think my All-Big 12 defensive players from Nebraska would look like this:

Ndamukong Suh
Prince Amukamara (although he probably won't because of being relatively unknown till this year)
and maybe Pierre Allen

Mostly I think this defense works great as a unit, only one star. Although some others to think about, Larry Asante, Phillip Dillard and Alfonzo Dennard
by Sportscaster007
5 days ago

Who's on UPSET ALERT this week?
Appreciate the feedback, if you've got the time.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/284654-college-football-predictions-week-ten-whos-on-upset-alert
by Henry
10 days ago

Hey J.D.,

Check this out if you've got a minute.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/282569-czar-report-texas-locks-horns-on-no-1-destiny-ranking-whos-no-2

I hope you like it and I'd appreciate your feedback!

Thanks,

Henry Ball
(Southern Man)
by Dan
14 days ago

Have you seen ISU's post-game celebration?

This is what makes this game so special:http://bleacherreport.com/articles/280262-iowa-states-post-game-celebration-reminds-us-why-we-love-this-game
by Sportscaster007
18 days ago

Hey J.D.

I got something for you, appreciate the feedback!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/277517-college-football-predictions-week-eight-whos-on-upset-alert
by Trey
21 days ago

Really? Looks ok to me now.
by Michael
23 days ago

Completed a 2010 Mock Draft--Two Rounds

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/274562-2010-nfl-mock-draft-october-edition
by Mosang
26 days ago

Hey J.D., no problem on the edits. You can add the Big 12 Football tag after publishing from the live article page. Just click "Edit This Article" on the right side of the page and scroll down below the article text box. Where it says "On which pages do you want your article to go?" you can type in Big 12 Football or any other terms you want to bring up tags. Not sure if it's totally necessary to do, but now you know!
by JW
27 days ago

you might like this Oiler great:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/272178-crazy-canton-cuts-bob-talamini
by Joe
about 1 month ago

While I usually don't promote articles, I saw fit to promote this one. I feel people are not paying attention to what this article is about. They probably should. No matter if you are a fan of Florida or LSU, this is something you need to remember going into tomorrow night.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/268765-gater-bait-oh-did-you-think-i-was-talking-about-lsu-no-its-tim-tebow

-Joe Burgett
by Michael
about 1 month ago

Which NFL Players have been disappointments so far in 2009? The Schottey Six takes a look.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/268643-the-schottey-six-most-disappointing-nfl-players-of-2009

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