SI Article Shows 9 Players To Add To TatFive, Little Else

Not deep enough, obviously

The hype around the SI investigative report against and on Jim Tressel was built up to the point where it was getting monstrous, and (many people believed) is the reason for Tressel's resignation. That turned out to be very, very wrong. When the article came out last night at around 8 PM eastern time, people flocked to the site to see what all the fuss was about, and see how dirty the program really is.


What we all found was...well, nothing. The only big deal would be the fact that 9 other players were involved with the Tattoo guy, Rife. Those players were: defensive back C.J. Barnett, linebacker Dorian Bell, running back Jaamal Berry, running back Bo DeLande, defensive back Zach Domicone, linebacker Storm Klein, linebacker Etienne Sabino, defensive tackle John Simon and defensive end Nathan Williams.


It doesn't help Sports Illustrated's cause when more than half the article that was written, didn't even pertain to the fact of Tressel in his OSU era. Most of it was during his time at Youngstown State. Really? I mean, give me a break. The fact that they say they've "dug up" some pretty serious stuff is just looking plain stupid right now.

USC gets the Smack-Down.

Galloping into the NCAA's hands..

Update: Here is a PDF of all the infractions.

Update 2: USC has to give up Championship, and more wins from 2005 season.

Finally! Bruce Feldman reports that USC has been given the consequences. A 2 year bowl ban, loss of 20 scholarships, and has to forfeit the 2004 season. How's that for some slapping? I can only begin to wonder if this has any effect on Seantrel Henderson. His fault, he wanted to go to the place with a new coach and a ton of NCAA violations. To say the least, this is awesome, but kind of silly. With the Nebraska news, this almost seems pointless to come out with at this point. By the way, the Pac 10 is to officially invite 6 Pac 10 members..I hope Texas doesn't go to them. No word on what Notre Dame will do. We will keep you updated.

There goes that MNC..

Your POW.

The POW this week comes from the announcement today of whether USC gets hammered, or a slap on the wrist. Obviously were begging for the earlier mentioned pick. Reggie Bush, below is a big reason as to why. If you would like to suggest a picture for the POW, please send it to insidetheshoe2009@hotmail.com

UPDATE: NCAA tells us that they won't be coming out with the announcement today. Figures.