Browns-Packers: Reports from Both Camps Oct 24, 2009
" The only other backup to Grant is , who missed the first four games because of a high ankle sprain. Even at his advanced age, Green presumably brings a lot more to the table than Jackson does as a third-down back, including being a reliable pass catcher. Green also is open to returning kicks. He is content with wearing a different uniform number with the Packers, too. Fullback has Green's old No. 30. So, Green was wearing No. 34 on his first day back with Green Bay - an ode to his boyhood... (BerniesInsiders.com)
Yaeger: Greatness is about more than loving to win Oct 22, 2009
Yaeger lived with Chicago Bears great Walter Payton and his family during Payton s last days. The NFL Hall of Famer died from liver cancer a decade ago, but his words and lessons of greatness still linger with Yaeger, who wrote Never Die Easy, Payton s life story. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
FCA to hold auction Nov. 2 Oct 22, 2009
Auction items will include jerseys autographed by LeBron James, Tim Tebow, Albert Pujols, Kurt Warner, the late Mickey Mantle and the late Walter Payton. Also up for auction will be golf outings to TPC Sawgrass, Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla. (Louisville Business First, KY)
Football Hosts Youngstown State on Family Weekend Oct 22, 2009
The Salukis have a candidate for both the Walter Payton and the Buck Buchanan Awards, and are one of seven schools in the country with candidates for both awards. Running back is SIU's Payton Award Candidate and is on the Buchanan Award list. (Siusalukis.com)
College Football Today Oct 19, 2009
In 2002, he won the Walter Payton Award as the most outstanding offensive player in the FCS.. Georgia came in ranked 100th nationally in scoring defense but had three sacks and an interception in a 34-10 victory at Vanderbilt. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Romo learned lessons on way to stardom Oct 19, 2009
Once that otherwise successful season was completed, Wittke, head coach Bob Spoo, Sports Information Director Dave Kidwell and Romo and his parents made the nine-hour trip to Chattanooga where Romo was named the Walter Payton Award winner as the NCAA Division I-AA s player of the year. It was easy to see not only were they his parents but they were his best friends, Wittke said. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
The Fantasy Buzz: McNabb gets love this week Oct 18, 2009
Not to pile on the Raiders, but they have allowed the fourth-most fantasy rushing points this year, and last week made Ahmad Bradshaw look like Walter Payton. If McCoy sees any significant action, he could have the best day of his young career. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Eastern Illinois retires Romo's No. 17 jersey Oct 18, 2009
In 2002, Romo won the Walter Payton Award as the most outstanding offensive player in the FCS.. "The time I had here was an unbelievable time in my life, helped shape me in a lot of ways to become the person that I am today," Romo said. (ESPN -- Football)
Players, coaches recall 1999 Minnesota upset Oct 17, 2009
It was homecoming, Paterno's 400th game and Arrington dedicating the game to Hall of Fame running back Walter Payton, who died earlier that week on Nov. 1. The Thursday night before the Nov. 6 game, Mason remembers having his daughter -- then a Minnesota student -- and her boyfriend over. (Daily Collegian, PA)
EIU's famed five Oct 17, 2009
Tony Romo, Class of 02, the 2002 Walter Payton NCAA Division I-AA Player of the Year award winner, is a two time NFL All-Pro quarterback with the Dallas Cowboys. A free agent signee in 2003, Tony holds the Cowboys single season record for touchdown passes (36), passing yardage (4211) and games over 300 yards passing (7). (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Cutler has conquered the Georgia Dome vs. Smitty Oct 16, 2009
The others are Walter Payton, Willie Gault, Anthony Thomas and Matt Forte. They are fast and explosive, Houston said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Karim Added as Walter Payton Award Candidate Oct 16, 2009
- The Sports Network announced Friday that Southern Illinois senior running back has been added as a candidate for the Walter Payton Award. The Payton Award, now in its 23rd year, is given to the most outstanding player in the Football Championship Subdivision. (Siusalukis.com)
LarsAndersonViewpoint Ryan Williams is living up to what Va. Tech saw in a 15-year-old. Oct 14, 2009
"I was seven years old when I first saw Walter Payton," said Williams, the Hokies' 5-foot-9, 205-pound redshirt freshman running back, looking at the words lil sweetness displayed on his arm. "My mom's best friend popped in a videotape, and he broke like eight tackles on one run against Kansas City. Ever since that day I've wanted to be like him.". (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Football)
Miami routs Florida A&M Oct 11, 2009
Quarterback Curtis Pulley, a candidate for the Walter Payton Award, completed just 10 of 25 passes for 144 yards and was intercepted once. The Rattlers also boasted one of the nation's most dangerous return men, but LeRoy Vann was a non-factor despite receiving several opportunities. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Long-time coaches meet for first time on field Oct 10, 2009
Romo received the top individual honor in the FCS in 2002 when he won the Walter Payton Award as the most outstanding football player at that level. Like Spoo, Paterno also faced criticism, especially in the early 2000s, when the Lions posted four losing seasons in five years, in-cluding going a combined 7-16 in 2003 and 2004. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Colts Hayden doesnt Tweet, but likes Mariah Oct 9, 2009
As a kid you always want to be your hero and back in Chicago, Walter Payton was an icon. I used my helmet as my trick or treat bag. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Panthers boast pro tradition Oct 9, 2009
Romo won the Walter Payton Award in 2002 as the most outstanding FCS player by throwing for 3,165 yards and 34 touchdowns. Although Wittke admits he had no idea Romo would become the player he's grown into, he did see his athleticism and ability to anticipate. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Clark Atlanta fires coach, more on Black College HOF Oct 8, 2009
And, of courseyou should start with the likes of Walter Payton, Jerry Rice, Willie Totten, Steve McNair. It should be called the Tennessee State University/HBCU Hall of Fame. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Black College Football HOF headed to Atlanta Oct 7, 2009
Walter Payton and Bob Hayes must be first team on any all time HBCU offensive team chosen ... And, of course you should start with the likes of Walter Payton, Jerry Rice, Willie Totton ... Jackson State just check the records and caliber of talent: Walter Payton, Jackie Slater, Jimmy Smith, Robert Brazille, Lem Barney, Wesley Walker, etc. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Ford finds going tough in first 4 games Oct 6, 2009
Two years after rushing for 112 yards against the University of South Carolina, the Walter Payton Award finalist expected to be the center of attention of a more-improved defense. Even with quarterback Malcolm Long having success throwing and running the football, slowing down number 28 remained the top priority for the Gamecocks. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
WSU Football Outscores Ashland 47-40 Oct 4, 2009
He passed both Walter Payton (Jackson State, 1971-74) and Ricky Williams (Texas, 1995-98) and others today. Bell went from 17th to 14th in all-time NCAA Division II rushing. (Wsuathletics.com)
Curran: How long will Peterson's reign as king last? Oct 4, 2009
Among that group of 13 players (LT is on the cusp of 12K), only Jim Brown and Walter Payton ran with a ferocity like Petersons. The long, tall backs in the group Eric Dickerson, Marcus Allen and Franco Harris were gliders who didnt embrace contact the way Peterson does. (MSNBC -- Sports)
U.S. Army bowled over by Jeffcoat's abilities Oct 3, 2009
U.S. Army All-American players are eligible for the U.S. Army Player of the Year Award, the Pete Dawkins MVP Award, the Walter Payton Trophy, which honors the student-athlete that best represents Paytons athleticism, hard work and ideals; and the Glenn Davis and Doc Blanchard U.S. Army Awards, which recognize the two players who best epitomize the Armys high standard of excellence in community service, education and athletic distinction. As a result of Jeffcoat being selected for the game,... (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Fraziers rage only shows in play-calling Sep 26, 2009
In that 1985 season, which some cite as the best team ever in the NFL, Singletary was named the NFL Defensive Player of the Year, running back Walter Payton won the NFC Offensive Player of the Year and head coach Mike Ditka was named NFL Coach of the Year. The Bears outscored their opponents 91-10 in the postseason, and Singletary says Fraziers play on the field didnt often show his madman side, but once in a while he provided an emotional statement. (VikingUpdate.com)
Favre: Peterson best Ive ever seen Sep 25, 2009
I was always a huge Walter Payton fan the guy was always outstanding ... But its unfair to rank him with Jim Brown, Walter Payton, Barry Sanders and those guys, because hes got some catching up to do. (VikingUpdate.com)
Football Finishes Preparations For No. 10 Appalachian State Sep 25, 2009
Appalachian State is led by 2008 Walter Payton Award winner Armanti Edwards. Sullivan said, however, the Mountaineers have a lot of weapons in addition to Edwards. (Samfordsports.com)
Appalachian State looks to QB Edwards for 3rd FCS title Sep 23, 2009
In his storied career at ASU, Edwards has manned two Division I-AA championship teams, won the Walter Payton Award in 2008 as the Division I-AA Player of the Year, and led the historic upset over Michigan at "The Big House" in Ann Arbor, Mich. "I would say beating Michigan," said ASU senior wide receiver Matt Cline, when asked whether engineering the upset or returning from the accident, was more impressive. (Daily Orange, NY)
RETURNING HOME: Football Hosts Monmouth Sep 23, 2009
He is Walter Payton Award Watch List. The award symbolic of the top player in the Football Championship Subdivision (FCS). (Odusports.com)
Bengals find a pass rush Sep 22, 2009
This will sound extreme, but after a few more years of doing what he is doing, it will not be a stretch to compare him to Walter Payton or Jim Brown. The violence that he runs with is unmatched, and human beings with his combination of size and strength should not be able to run away from a field full of defenders who have the kind of speed that NFL defenders have. (ESPN -- Football)
Cardinals' run game gaining steam Sep 22, 2009
No one is calling Wells the next Walter Payton, but he has shown some much-needed home-run promise. Even in limited play, he has had runs of at least 15 yards in each of the Cardinals games. (AZCentral -- Sports)
HERSOM: Bob Spoo is worth knowing Sep 18, 2009
Posted: Friday, September 18, 2009 Blame it on Robert Frost and his two roads diverging in the woods, if you like. For as long as I can remember and much to the lament of family and friends, my mind will sometimes veer off down some tangential trail, leading me from Point A to Point Z and then back to Point B.. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Lafayette/Georgetown Matchup Highlights Saturday's Patriot League Football Slate Sep 12, 2009
Randolph extended his career League records for completions, passing touchdowns and 300-yard passing games, as the Walter Payton Award candidate threw for 300 yards or more for the ninth consecutive game and 19th time overall. Patriot League Offensive Stars Among Nation's Best Randolph isn't the only Patriot Leaguer to put up a big-time performance on the season's first weekend, as three other schools also boast an individual among the top 10 in the Football Championship Subdivision in at least... (Patriotleague.com)
TE Orson Charles looks like major contributor for Bulldogs Sep 9, 2009
Walter Payton was good but he was no Gayle Sayers. Jake7. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Surgery unlikely for QB Sep 8, 2009
ASU played without quarterback and 2008 Walter Payton award winner Armanti Edwards, who is recovering from a foot injury. ASU received three first-place votes and 636 points. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Bulldogs take measure of Grambling, 34-31, in MEAC/SWAC Challenge Sep 7, 2009
On the same day he surpassed DeShawn Baker for second place on the school s career rushing list, Walter Payton Award finalist William Ford saw limited action after injuring his left shoulder on the first play of the second half. Despite those adversities, the 16th-ranked Bulldogs still managed to hold off 25th-ranked Grambling 34-31 in a matchup of the top two teams in black college football. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
'Hard work pays off' as Walters is a Chief Sep 7, 2009
Walters, who came to Eastern two years after Romo and as a senior won the Walter Payton Award, has more immediate priorities. I guess I ve got to go apartment hunting and keep working on my football playing, the rookie said. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Eagles hold off upset-minded Albany Sep 6, 2009
McCarty, a Walter Payton candidate after running for 1,852 yards last season, finished with 63 yards on 24 carries. Southern didn't come away empty-handed when Pasco returned a blocked extra point attempt for a two-point conversion, making it 16-12. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Bulldogs wind up camp, prepare for Grambling showdown Sep 4, 2009
wins Walter Payton Award. S.C. State defensive lineman Zachary Middleton and Grambling wide receiver Van Phillips are the recipients of this year's Walter Payton Achievement Award. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Knights defense the key Sep 4, 2009
He also is on the preseason watch list for the Walter Payton Award, given to the top player in Division I Football Championship Subdivision. "He knows the lanes, he knows where he needs to get and he makes one cut and he goes," UCF linebacker Cory Hogue said earlier this week. (Florida Today)
Hatcher has brought stability to Eagles' program Sep 3, 2009
Quarterback Jayson Foster, the 2007 starter, was a tremendous threat as a runner who won the Walter Payton Award. Henton was a dual threat last season, when he completed 156 of 279 passes for 1,852 yards and 15 touchdowns with 12 interceptions. (The Augusta Chronicle)
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It's unlikely that Walter Payton award winner (2,902 yards passing 30 td's, 941 yards rushing 11 td's ) will be able to play in the season opener. Edwards is suffering from a foot injury that occurred in a lawn mower accident. (East Carolina Sports -- Rivals.com)
QB Randolph key to success for Holy Cross Sep 1, 2009
The three-time captain does know that all the accolades that come with the records - inclusion on the Walter Payton Award watch list (the Heisman Trophy of the Football Championship Subdivision), a No. 25 national ranking for Holy Cross, and the prospect of being an NFL draft pick next April - will draw attention to the Crusaders 2009 campaign. All that makes it more fun, he said. (Boston Globe)
Patriot League Football Release - 8.31.09 Sep 1, 2009
He was a finalist for the Walter Payton Award (FCS Most Outstanding Player) in each of the past two years, and is on the preseason watch list this season ... Randolph Named to Preseason Walter Payton Award List ... Holy Cross quarterback Dominic Randolph has been selected among the top players in the FCS with a spot on the Walter Payton Award (Most Outstanding FCS Player) watch list. (Patriotleague.com)
Holy Cross Earns Spot in The Sports Network FCS Top 25 Poll Aug 28, 2009
Holy Cross was picked to win the Patriot League by coaches and sports information directors in the League, and returns 15 starters with two-time Patriot League Offensive Player of the Year and Walter Payton Award candidate Dominic Randolph leading the way at quarterback. Holy Cross is the first Patriot League team ranked in The Sports Network preseason top 25 since Lehigh came in at No. 14 in 2005. (Patriotleague.com)
FAMU eyes MEAC title in coach Taylors 2nd season Aug 27, 2009
A candidate for the Walter Payton Award as the FCSs top offensive player, Pulley understands he has several weapons, and he wants to use them. Im trying to get everyone involved, Pulley said. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
Cards' RB battle a study in opposites Aug 26, 2009
"Growing up as a kid, I studied Walter Payton so much," Hightower said. "The way he ran back kicks, the way he was fighting for extra yards. Whatever they needed him to do, he did. "That's the kind of guy I want to be. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Twelve Patriot Leaguers Named Preseason FCS All-Americans by College Sporting News Aug 25, 2009
Randolph, the Patriot League Preseason Offensive Player of the Year, is a candidate for the Walter Payton Award, given to the Most Outstanding Player in the Football Championship Subdivision. Randolph was also named a preseason second-team All-American by The Sports Network and Phil Steele's 2009 College Football Preview, and an honorable mention choice by Consensus Draft Services. (Patriotleague.com)
Montana begins season ranked third Aug 25, 2009
Appalachian State returns 2008 Walter Payton Award winner Armanti Edwards at quarterback. Appalachian State earned 13 of the 28 first-place votes and 665 total points. (Helena Independent Record)
Youngsters take center stage in UM scrimmage Aug 23, 2009
Walter Payton Award candidate Chase Reynolds had just one rep, though it was memorable: He came down on punt cover and put the hit of the day on return man Brandon Dodson. It was the scrimmage s second play. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
MICHAEL WEBER: Football teams on the move Aug 17, 2009
Forty years that have included Johnny Unitas, Fran Tarkenton, Terry Bradshaw, Roger Staubach, Joe Montana, Peyton Manning and Tom Brady; Walter Payton, Franco Harris, Barry Sanders, Eric Dickerson, Emmitt Smith and LaDainian Tomlinson; Jerry Rice, Lynn Swan, Steve Largent, Charlie Joiner and Randy Moss; Dick Butkus, Mike Singletary, Ronnie Lott, Ray Lewis, and Mean Joe Greene; Tom Landry, Bud Grant, Don Schula, Chuck Noll, and the Big Tuna; the Steel Curtain, the Purple People Eaters, the Orange... (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Cooler temperatures mark Bulldogs Day 5 practice Aug 12, 2009
NCAA ON CAMPUS, a 30-minute program which features student-athletes and competition, will send a crew to Orangeburg today to interview the Walter Payton Award candidate. The program featuring Ford is scheduled to air at 9 p.m. Sept. 2 on the CBS College Sports Channel (Channel 150 on Digital Time Warner Cable). (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Toreros picked to win 2009 PFL race Aug 11, 2009
Third-year head coach will have 14 starters return, including Walter Payton Award candidate. Defensively, the Toreros return First Team All-PFL starters , a senior cornerback, and , a senior linebacker. (Usdtoreros.com)
SPORTS: Holliston's Matt Bellomo ready to tap potential at Holy Cross Aug 10, 2009
" This could very well be a special season for Bellomo and the Crusaders. Bellomo is expected to line up in the backfield with senior quarterback Dominic Randolph, a Walter Payton Award candidate and two-time Patriot League Offensive Plater of the Year. In front of them is an offensive line that returns four of five starters and features two All-Patriot League blockers, including 6-foot-4, 360-pound left tackle Aaron Jones. The Crusaders averaged 455.4 yards of total offense and 34.4 points per... (Holliston Tab, MA)
Summer's over: Griz ready to get back to work on the field (45) Aug 9, 2009
Chase Reynolds is a husband, a father, the University of Montana record-holder for rushing touchdowns in a single season and a Walter Payton Award candidate. So how did he spend his summer vacation. (Missoulian, MT)
Defense highlights new Hall of Fame class Aug 9, 2009
l Walter Payton, running back. l Joe Perry, fullback. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Appalachian St. QB sidelined with mowing injury Aug 8, 2009
Edwards, 6-foot-1 and 180 pounds, has led Appalachian State to two Football Championship Series titles (formerly known as Division I-AA) in three years and last season won the Walter Payton Award as the top offensive player in the FCS.. Last year, he was 196-of-306 passing for 2,902 yards and threw 30 touchdowns, and rushed for 941 yards and 11 touchdowns. (ESPN -- College Football News)
Toreros report to camp on August 11th Aug 7, 2009
The Toreros return 14 starters with senior quarterback , a 2009 Walter Payton Award Watch candidate, back to lead the attack. Despite the loss of All-America receiver (signed free agent contract with Indianapolis Colts), Trujillo will have solid targets in and , TE , and out of the backfield. (Usdtoreros.com)
Edwards injured in mower mishap Aug 7, 2009
Edwards won the Walter Payton Award last season, given to the top offensive player in the NCAA's Football Championship Series (formerly Division I-AA). He passed for 2,902 yards and 30 touchdowns and rushed for 941 yards and 11 touchdowns. (News & Observer -- Sports)
App St. QB runs over own foot with lawnmower Aug 7, 2009
Last year he won the Walter Payton Award, given to the top player in the lower-tier Football Championship Subdivision. Copyright 2009. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Football)
Off the Bench: Let the fall’s Big Sky media frenzy begin Aug 6, 2009
The Wildcats, who tied for the Big Sky Conference title with UM (the Griz have won at least a share of the title since 1998), thanks in part to three-time rushing leader and Walter Payton candidate Trevyn Smith, are ranked second in preseason polls even though they have more preseason All-American picks (as many as seven on the 2009 Sports Network squad) than any other team ... While everyone was in awe with their high-powered offense that includes Smith and fellow Walter Payton candidate and... (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Football Holds Annual Media Day Aug 6, 2009
ON BEING NOMINATED FOR THE WALTER PAYTON AWARD "Yeah, it was a big shock for me. Anytime you are recognized for your efforts and accomplishments, it's a big deal. I've got to thank my teammates, you know, for the success that I've had and them getting me on the list.". ON WHETHER THIS WAS THE BEST MOVE FOR HIM TO COME TO SAMFORD "Oh yeah, it's been great. I don't regret it for a second. Just seeing what's been going on here at Samford, we are excited about this year and working towards our... (Samfordsports.com)
Sebastian Trujillo Named To Payton Award Watch List Aug 5, 2009
For the fourth straight year the USD football program will be represented on the Walter Payton Award Watch List, bestowed annually upon the top player in Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) ... "It is an honor for Sebastian to be named to the Walter Payton Award pre-season watch list," said head coach. (Usdtoreros.com)
2009 Patriot League Football Preseason Poll and Award Winners Announced Aug 5, 2009
He has been named Patriot League Offensive Player of the Year in each of the past two seasons, and was also a finalist for the Walter Payton Award (FCS Most Outstanding Player) in each of the past two years ... He enters his final year fewer than 150 yards away from both the League's passing yardage and total offense records, and has already been named a preseason Walter Payton Award candidate. (Patriotleague.com)
CLICKS: The new Four Horsemen Aug 2, 2009
" From Larry Johnson, Shaun Alexander and Curtis Martin to Eddie George, Edgerrin James and Terrell Davis, a long list of productive running backs have experienced a stunning decline in numbers the following season after 370 touches -- often without any warning, either. In fact, in the modern era, only LaDainian Tomlinson, Walter Payton and Eric Dickerson have managed to beat the proverbial curse right after hitting 370. To be fair, Turner only had 228 total rushes in the previous four seasons... (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)
Pflugrad returns to Grizzlies Jul 30, 2009
He coached Dave Dickenson, who would end up leading Montana to the national championship and win the Walter Payton Award in 1995. Dickenson broke 25 school records and three national marks at UM.. (Missoulian, MT)
