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How Low Can Joe Paterno Go? What Coaches Do When They Hang Out
Former Texas A&M Coach R.C. Slocum seems like a stand-up guy. That's why we think he won't mind us highlighting some of his favorite photos through the years, as posted on his Facebook page....

Yes, Cam Newton Wrote His Name On His Stolen Computer
In a way, Newton's Dell laptop, stolen from a fellow UF student — then tossed out a window as police arrived — led directly to MSU, pay-for-play, Auburn, and the Heisman Trophy. Thankfully, he labeled it for posterity....

Terrence Williams Is Going To Miss The Queens Strip Clubs
Now's an excellent time to call attention to these photos of Williams (red cap) making it rain (with Ron Artest!) at Perfection Gentlemen's Club. Too bad there aren't women who take their clothes off for money in Houston. [What's Poppin, h/t BSnO]...

Ray Lewis Wants To Snuggie With You
Because no one reads the newspaper, and SportsCenter's anchors are too perky for this early in the morning, Deadspin combs the best of the broadsheets and internets to bring you everything you need to know to start your day....

Matt Schaub And The Texans Poop The Bed Once Again
Every morning, the fine folks at Sports Radio Interviews sift through the a.m. drive-time chatter to bring you the best interviews with coaches, players, and personalities across the sports landscape. Today: Schaub's second half doesn't absolve an OT pick-six....

Heat Strokes, Game 26: LeBron James And The End Times
FreeDarko's Bethlehem Shoals, a regular contributor to NBA FanHouse and co-author of The Undisputed Guide to Pro Basketball History (visit the FreeDarko store, too!), is keeping a game-by-game diary of the Heat's season — the one you're pretending not to care about....

This Texans Fan Had The Best Pick On National Television Last Night
Because no one reads the newspaper, and SportsCenter's anchors are too perky for this early in the morning, Deadspin combs the best of the broadsheets and internets to bring you everything you need to know to start your day....

Something Officially Went Down At Iowa
ESPN reports that two of Iowa's running backs will not play in the Insight Bowl. The Hawkeyes suspended sophomore Adam Robinson for "failing to comply with team expectations and policies," and sophomore Jewel Hampton left the team on his own volition....

Heat Strokes, Games 24 & 25: Showtime
FreeDarko's Bethlehem Shoals, a regular contributor to NBA FanHouse and co-author of The Undisputed Guide to Pro Basketball History (visit the FreeDarko store, too!), is keeping a game-by-game diary of the Heat's season — the one you're pretending not to care about....

It's Just A Matter Of Time Before John Elway's Back With The Broncos
Every morning, the fine folks at Sports Radio Interviews sift through the a.m. drive-time chatter to bring you the best interviews with coaches, players, and personalities across the sports landscape. Today: Elway puts his name out there....

Deadspin Classic: Bill Simmons Is Not The Cosmos (<em>The Book Of Basketball</em> Reviewed)
The paperback edition of Bill Simmons's Book of Basketball is now in stores, and reader Patrick Sauer points out one notable tweak to this version: Charles P. Pierce's name no longer appears anywhere in the text. You don't suppose it has anything to do with Pierce's review of the book, do you?...

Hacked Comment Questions: Come Here, Speak Up
Some of you have emailed or g-chatted with concerns that the system still won't enable you to change your passwords. This, I am told, is being investigated by the brave Tech Team. Go to Gizmodo for updates on most questions....

Luther Campbell Is As Newsy As He Wants To Be
We can't be sure yet, but it does appear that Uncle Luke himself has scooped everyone on Randy Shannon's hiring at Texas. This is like the time Special Ed broke the Iran-Contra affair....

For Your Between-Games Entertainment, Video Of A Camel Falling In Church
I feel compelled to share this disclaimer: "No wise men were harmed in the production of this church's Christmas play, nor were any involved in the planning." (H/T Crackerman) ...

Were The Alleged Kissing Ladies At The Nebraska/TCU Game Trying To Send The World A Message?
Nebraska's basketball beat TCU 70-56 yesterday [ESPN]. Afterwards, there was some rough-housing in the TCU locker room [Star-Telegram]. Both irrelevant. What's relevant is an email from tipster Quinn that arrived at 7:43 p.m. yesterday....

Even Back Hair Performance Art Couldn't Save Appalachian State Football
Because no one reads the newspaper, and SportsCenter's anchors are too perky for this early in the morning, Deadspin combs the best of the broadsheets and internets to bring you everything you need to know to start your day....

Your Cam Newton Heisman Coronation Open Thread
Around 8 p.m., University of Oregon running back LaMichael James, Stanford University quarterback Andrew Luck and Boise State University quarterback Kellen Moore will all lose the Heisman Memorial Trophy to Auburn's Cam Newton....

Despite Snub, Cam Newton Still Loves His Dad
Because no one reads the newspaper, and SportsCenter's anchors are too perky for this early in the morning, Deadspin combs the best of the broadsheets and internets to bring you everything you need to know to start your day....

Wilson Chandler's Tooth Almost Ended David Lee's Career
Every morning, the fine folks at Sports Radio Interviews sift through the a.m. drive-time chatter to bring you the best interviews with coaches, players, and personalities across the sports landscape. Today: David Lee's owie could have been much worse....

The Unreal Genius Of <em>Football Manager</em>, Greatest Video Game Ever
Football Manager 2011 is the latest entry in the famously addictive series of "realistic" soccer simulation games. Brian Phillips explains the appeal and what it tells us about sports fandom in the time of Brett Favre's penis....