Top College Football Newswire Stories

Credit: Flickr Creative Commons- bmcveyFred Thompson out at Tennessee

It looks like after 17 years Tennessee Football Coach Fred Thompson will not be returning in 2009. It has been reported that the University of Tennessee is in fact terminating his contract as previously speculated, but will be honoring the remaining $6 million he is owed. Thompson’s twin brother, Republican Senator and former Presidential candidate Philip Fulmer said he is saddened by the news and his brother is taking it quite hard. Fulmer went on and said that he was hopeful that he might be able to get Coach Thompson a gig on NBC’s Law & Order to take up some of his spare time. For more, visit: http://msn.foxsports.com/cfb/story/8747354

Coffman to play despite severe menstrual cramps

University of Missouri star tight end Chase Coffman has confirmed that he intends to play next Saturday when the Tigers take on the Kansas State Wildcats despite debilitating discomfort that he began experiencing last week during his game versus the Baylor Bears. Coffman has confirmed that he does in fact suffer from severe menstrual cramps, but went on to say that “this happens every month, and I just need to learn to play through it”. Read more here: http://msn.foxsports.com/cfb/story/8712458/Coffman-expects-to-play-despite-toe-injury

LSU to honor Saban for 2003 Championship

Louisiana State University has planned a warm homecoming reception for their former coach, Alabama head man Nick Saban. LSU fans have expressed overwhelming support of the plans to celebrate the 5 year anniversary of the 2003 College Football National Champions during halftime at next Saturday’s game between the Tigers and Crimson Tide. Honored guest Nick Saban will address the well-wishers thanking them for all their support over the years. A record LSU crowd is expected to return the favor through cheers and applause. Here’s more: http://msn.foxsports.com/cfb/story/8749342/