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I am a current resident of New York City but grew up in Tipp City, Ohio. Being from Ohio, most would expect me to be an Ohio State fan, but I am an avid Michigan fan and went to my first Michigan football game (the 1983 Rose Bowl) just 62 days after being born. As my parents say, I was ok the whole game, but when it ended and Michigan lost to UCLA, I started crying - and that's when they knew I was a Michigan fan.

I have covered the Indianapolis Colts for three years, including at Super Bowl XLI, and worked for the Cleveland Browns and the National Hockey League. I have written blogs for NHL players, Sheldon Souray and Ryan Miller, that have been published in Maxim and AskMen.com. I have also served on the NFL's public relations staff at Super Bowls XLI and XLIII, and currently the New York Jets' gameday PR staff.

I am married to a life-long Notre Dame fan, which only adds to the family rivalry I grew up with (a Michigan-grad mom and Ohio State-fan dad).

Even though I've never lived in Michigan, I've been to at least one game per season for the last 10 years (last year was at Penn State).

The top Michigan games I have been to, in chronological order, are:
1995 "Touchdown" Tim Biakabatuka game vs. Ohio State
1999 Win over Notre Dame
2001 "Spartan Bob" game at Michigan State
2003 Loss at Iowa
2006 "Game of the Century" at Ohio State

When I'm not writing about or watching college football, you can usually find me playing golf, catching a concert, relaxing in Central Park, or at a baseball game.

Go blue!

Justin's Recent Articles

NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 21: Jon Scheyer #30 of the Duke Blue Devils goes to the basket between DeShawn Sims #34 and Manny Harris #3 of the Michigan Wolverines on November 21, 2008 at Madison Square Garden in New York City. (Photo by Nick Laham/Getty Images)

Michigan Hoops Preview: Harris and Sims Look To Lead Wolverines To Big Ten Title

Published 2 days ago
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ANN ARBOR, MI - OCTOBER 24: Head Coach Rich Rodriguez of the Michigan Wolverines looks on while playing the Penn State Nittany Lions on October 24, 2009 at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Penn State won the game 35-10. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)

Following Loss to Illinois, Questions Abound For Rodriguez, Michigan

Published 7 days ago
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ANN ARBOR, MI - OCTOBER 24: Martavious Odoms #9 of the Michigan Wolverines tries to get around the tackle of Nick Sukay #18 of the Penn State Nittany Lions on October 24, 2009 at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Penn State won the game 35-10. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)

Michigan Wolverines: Despite Doomsday Headlines, Maize and Blue Still on Track

Published 12 days ago
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ANN ARBOR, MI - SEPTEMBER 19: Quarterback Tate Forcier #5 of the Michigan Wolverines throws a pass against the Eastern Michigan Eagles at Michigan Stadium on September 19, 2009 in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Michigan won 45-17. (Photo by Stephen Dunn/Getty Images)

Michigan-Penn State: Can Michigan Start a New Streak?

Published 16 days ago
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Marc Halsted responded to a comment on The Lost Trojan: Taylor Mays Struggles With Maturity and Misfortune
Marc Halsted responded to a comment on The Lost Trojan: Taylor Mays Struggles With Maturity and Misfortune

The Short List What Justin thinks about sport's most pressing questions

Favorite Athletes

Braylon Edwards, Tiger Woods, Peyton Manning, Tom Brady, Barry Bonds
Favorite Sports Teams

Michigan, San Francisco 49ers (at heart), Indianapolis Colts (because I worked for them for three years), Cleveland Browns (because I've worked for them), San Francisco Giants, Cleveland Cavs
All Time Sports Moment

Braylon's domination of Michigan State: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ja1QAi3ZL8s
Most Memorable Game Attended

Super Bowls XLI and XLIII
Most Unbreakable Sports Record

Bonds' HR record...unless there's a new steroids era
Ruth or Mays?

Mays
Unitas or Montana?

Montana
Jordan or Russell?

Jordan
Gretzky or Orr?

Gretzky
Pele or Maradona?

Pele
Federer or Sampras?

Sampras
Tiger or Nicklaus?

Nicklaus then, Tiger now
Petty or Earnhardt?

Don't care
Schumacher or Senna?

Don't care
Pac 10, Big 12, Big 10, SEC, ACC, or Big East?

Big 10

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by Marc
2 days ago

Justin,
I thought I might fire up some Trojan fans. Thoughts?
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/285607-the-lost-trojan-taylor-mays-struggles-with-maturity-and-misfortune
-Marc
by JW
about 1 month ago

this man belongs in Canton :

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/265091-crazy-canton-cuts-don-coryell
by Dan
about 1 month ago

I've spent the past several weeks adding to a piece dedicated to one of the father's of college football, Knute Rocke. In time for his dedication tomorrow at Notre Dame Stadium, I present to you the true and inspiring story of the most renown coach in the game:

Don't be shy, and as always, feedback is appreciated.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/265043-the-true-story-of-knute-rockne-college-footballs-most-renowned-coach

R.I.P 3/31/1931
by TAB
about 1 month ago

Check it out...

http://committedindians.com/
by TAB
about 1 month ago

The prodigal Wolverine returns! What's up kid?
by Joe
about 1 month ago

Justin,

Here's my article. Drop a note on my bulletin board when you post yours, and I'll edit mine to include a link.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/264920-creature-vs-creature-why-paul-bunyan-will-stay-in-east-lansing

Good luck Saturday (but not too much luck)
by Michael
about 1 month ago

I wrote a humor piece about the expectations that Michigan fans have for Tate Forcier. Enjoy!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/256339-tate-forciers-excellent-adventure
by Dan
2 months ago

The Michigan/Notre Dame game has the feel once again of a typical rivalry game. Both teams look good last week, but see what the Irish NEED to do in order to be successful for a second Saturday in a row. Don't be shy, even you Wolverines!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/251394-notre-dame-in-ann-arbor-the-keys-to-another-successful-saturday

Need some UM input!
by Kevin
2 months ago

Hey Justin. You told me if I ever wrote another article, you would check it out. Well, here's an article about our "favorite" team: http://bleacherreport.com/articles/248801-is-ohio-state-in-big-trouble

Hope you can check it out and comment.
by TAB
10 months ago

Seriously right now?

Seriously?

HOW THE HECK ARE YA? WHAT'S GOING ON BROTHER?
by Ray
11 months ago

I realized the BCS is better than a play-off, and decided it needed to be defended. I'd love your input.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/90374-bcs-football-in-the-wake-of-selection-sunday-we-defend-the-red-headed-stepchild

I'd appreciate it if you had the chance.
by Jeffrey
11 months ago

If you get a chance...
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/89453-and-the-2008-heisman-trophy-winner-is

I appreciate any input you may have!
by Kristofer
11 months ago

Ohio State takes over the top spot in the latest Big Ten Power rankings...

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/82962-big-ten-power-rankings-ohio-state-is-back-on-top
by Jeff
12 months ago

Hey,

Check out my latest article on the Wolverines, think they're bad for long?
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/81527-with-no-bown-in-sight-michigan-looks-to-finish-strong
by Kristofer
12 months ago

Check out the latest Big Ten Power Rankings...Ohio State makes its move.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/81197-big-ten-power-rankings-the-top-two-may-have-to-share

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Michigan Wolverines: Despite Doomsday Headlines, Maize and Blue Still on Track

Michigan-Penn State: Can Michigan Start a New Streak?

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