Week 13 Free NFL Spread Picks Nov 30, 2008
Last week was a breakout offensive game for the Bills against Kansas City as they scored a whopping 55 points and their offense should be in rhythm heading into this game. Lee Evans should be able to have a strong game if the Bills pick up some of the 49ers' blitz packages and they are most likely to do that on Sunday. (Suite101.com)
Falcons: Head Turner Nov 30, 2008
Head Turner Falcons RB having breakout year Associated Press Sunday, November 30, 2008. ATLANTA --- Growing up on the tough streets of North Chicago, Michael Turner learned a thing or two about staying locked on a goal. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Tar Heels, Yates get back to winning Nov 30, 2008
Varner had a breakout game, hinting at a big 2009, with 10 catches for 73 yards. But the Heels, putting up 369 of their own, never gave up the wrong play at the wrong time. (News & Observer -- Sports)
ECU’s young wide receivers coming of age Nov 30, 2008
On Friday, the trio of junior Alex Taylor, redshirt freshman Darryl Freeney and true freshman Joe Womack had a breakout game. The three combined for 12 catches for 200 yards and a touchdown as East Carolina roared past UTEP, 53-21 in its regular season finale. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Texans' rookie linebacker overcomes illness Nov 30, 2008
In his first game back he had four tackles before his breakout game against the Colts. In his first career start, Adibi had 15 tackles in Houston's loss to Indianapolis. (Athens Banner-Herald)
UNC-Duke: Between The Lines Nov 30, 2008
Greg Little had a breakout game against Duke last season, which ultimately won him the starting running back job to enter the 2008 season. He rushed for a career high 154 yards and the go-ahead 25-yard score in overtime to lead UNC to a 20-14 victory. (InsideCarolina.com)
Wendler lauded as leader at Skidmore Nov 30, 2008
Olympians set for club's swim clinic The Westboro Tennis and Swim Club will host a swimming clinic on Saturday from 1:30 to 5:30 p.m. The club's second Mutual of Omaha Breakout. event, the clinic will feature Olympic gold medalists Aaron Peirsol and Ed Moses. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
That 'B' stands for 'Believe' Nov 30, 2008
Much smarter with the puck, less prone to big boo-boos with attempted breakout passes. If he could make the same strides in limiting his misfires (such as game's end in Buffalo last Wednesday), he could render Brad Boyes a faded asterisk. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Bonnies Face Oakland Sunday Nov 30, 2008
scored a season-high 14 point to go along with five assists, while freshman had a breakout game for the Bonnies scoring 13 points while grabbing a team-high seven rebounds. The Bonnies shot 42 percent (20-48) from the field and 81 percent (30-37) from the free-throw line for the game. (Gobonnies.com)
Jaguars Positional Analysis Nov 29, 2008
Nelson was supposed to have a breakout year, but he seems to be adverse to contact. He showed flashes of brilliance at times last year but also had his share of rookie mistakes. (InsideHouston.com)
‘Tossing your Twinkies': Griz fans launch soft sweets into crowd Nov 29, 2008
When Chase Reynolds had his breakout game (against Central Washington) earlier this year, we hunted him down. He was like, It's about time,' Mourar said. (Missoulian, MT)
Notebook: Powe has breakout game in Egg Bowl win Nov 29, 2008
Neal McCready RebelSports. Peria Jerry played his final game at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium Friday, recording five tackles and a pair of quarterback sacks in No. 25 Ole Miss' 45-0 win over Mississippi State. (Ole Miss Sports -- Rivals.com)
Panthers' offense hoping last week's Packers' defense shows up this week Nov 28, 2008
Packers coach Mike McCarthy said the combination of little pass rush (only one sack) and a few coverage breakdowns led to Brees having a breakout game. "It's like any pass defense: It's a combination of pressure on the quarterback, the discipline and the ability to win in the coverage unit," McCarthy said. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
Warriors' Watson has come of age Nov 28, 2008
He had a breakout game against Idaho the past Saturday, making two sacks and helping the Warriors dominate the line of scrimmage in a 49-17 victory. "It was frustration," Watson said. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Depleted Roster Continues Monster Road Trip Nov 28, 2008
Counts had a breakout year last season, starting 22 games, leading the team with 88 assists while hitting on 39 percent from the three-point line (37-for-95). Counts has played 64 games as a Lion, hitting 59 three-pointers with 137 assists. (Lmulions.com)
Ole Miss - Mississippi State match-ups Nov 28, 2008
The team did have what may have been a breakout game last week against Arkansas with 445 yards of offense that was balanced with running and passing. State is ranked No. 95 in rushing, averaging 115 yards a game. (Ole Miss Sports -- Rivals.com)
McCants, Francis do their part for Oregon State Nov 28, 2008
This was supposed to be the breakout year for Ryan McCants. The big bruising running back was prepped to take over the primary ball carrying duties for the Oregon State football team. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
WPIAL Class AAA Girls Basketball Preview (Today) Nov 28, 2008
West Mifflin: A WPIAL finalist last season, the Titans stand out in what appears to be the most loaded section in Class AAA. Junior forward Jessica Pitts is poised for a breakout season, and senior point guard Taylor Fulton provides her with the perfect complement. CONTENDERS. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Notre Dame Game Guide Nov 27, 2008
Luke Harangody: The 6-8, 255-pound junior forward had a breakout season last year as a sophomore, becoming the second player in Big East history to lead the league in both scoring and rebounding in the same season. He was the Big East Player of the Year and entered this season a consensus preseason All-American. (Tarheelblue.com)
Watertown Youth Hockey Nov 27, 2008
They were outstanding in their increased level of team play, showing an evolved sense of positioning, breakout plays and passing. Alex Eagan looked years beyond his age in net, making many highlight-reel saves that had the fans roaring. (Watertown TAB & Press, MA)
Delivered From Evil Nov 27, 2008
He has enjoyed a breakout sophomore season and will almost certainly be named to the All-SEC team. Unlike his sisters, Williams has no desire to speak with his father. (HawgsIllustrated.com)
Spurrier looking to finish strong against Clemson Nov 27, 2008
This was supposed to be his breakout year, but he tore the anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee in early August. He already has resumed running, but he would have to be cleared for cutting and full contact before any return could happen. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
What does Davis have to do to get the ball? Nov 27, 2008
Date: Nov 26, 2008 Vernon Davis just saw a frustrated pass-catcher who whines a lot about not getting the football former 49er Terrell Owens go out and have a season breakout game against the Niners last week. So what does Davis have to do to get the football. (SFIllustrated.com)
A jolt from Joey Nov 27, 2008
Add the excellent timing of a Joey Graham breakout game and the Raptors are a lot better off this morning. With the team showing some troubling symptoms in a three-game losing streak amid doubts about defence and their bench in the wake of Jermaine O'Neal's injury, they needed traction in a hurry, walking over the Bobcats 93-86 last night. (Toronto Sun)
UMass Basketball Hits Road Again, Off to Green Bay, Wisconsin Nov 27, 2008
Lindy's and Athlon both predict UMass to finish in the top five in the Atlantic 10 while is tabbed to have a breakout year as well. Lindy's predicts that the Minutemen will finish fourth behind St. Joseph's, Temple, and Xavier. (Umassathletics.com)
WHO'S NO. 2?: UNC easily stays atop hoops power rankings Nov 27, 2008
Jrue Holiday has yet to have a breakout game for UCLA. The star rook, by far, has been Louisville's Samardo Samuels, who's averaging 21. 0 points (on 77. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Sanchez gets shot to shine in Florida Nov 27, 2008
Thanks to Sanchez's breakout season with Double-A Carolina in 2008, the Marlins felt 32 home runs and 93 RBIs were expendable when they traded Mike Jacobs to the Royals for Leo Nunez on Oct. 30. "Really, we were trading from an area of depth to an area that we wanted to create more depth in," Marlins president of baseball operations Larry Beinfest said after the trade. (MLB.com -- Florida Marlins)
Miami receivers eager for chances with Camarillo Nov 27, 2008
A knee injury has ended Camarillo's breakout season and put a kink in Miami's longshot plans for a playoff berth. If the Dolphins -- who haven't reached the postseason since 2001 -- want to end their playoff drought, the rest of their receiving corps will have to pick up the slack. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Girls basketball: 5 to watch Nov 27, 2008
She enjoyed a breakout freshman season, averaging 10. 9 points a game and 7. (Florida Times-Union)
Illini earn Big Ten honors Nov 26, 2008
Benn had a breakout sophomore season, leading the Big Ten in receiving yards per game at 87. 9 and ranking third in receptions per game with 5. (Illinois Sports -- Rivals.com)
Terrell Owens after 200-yard game: 'I'm still not satisfied' Nov 26, 2008
5 yards per game before his breakout performance against San Francisco. He had five straight games of 38 yards or less, a stretch that included three games without quarterback Tony Romo. (USA Today -- Sports)
Clemson Football Game Program Feature: C.J. Spiller Nov 26, 2008
He had a breakout year as a freshman and showed Tiger fans and the nation what he could do in the backfield with an average of 7. 3 yards per carry during the 2006 season, the best by an ACC player since Florida State's Warrick Dunn in 1995. (Clemsontigers.com)
Sandies basketball coming together Nov 26, 2008
Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2008 9:29 PM CST Sitting on one of those painfully hard wooden benches in the practice gym and talking with Sandies varsity starters Shelly Fivecoat and Kameryn Daigle, one gets the sense that this could be their breakout season. Six games into the early stages of the 2008-2009 campaign, the Sandies stand at 3-3 and sport a whole new attitude and confidence. (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
NFL to review tussle Nov 25, 2008
Sparano said Camarillo, who was having a breakout year with the Dolphins, will miss the rest of the season. He was also not sure of tackle 's status. (ESPN -- Football News)
Dolphins lose WR Camarillo Nov 25, 2008
Camarillo's breakout season ends with knee injury ... The injury ends Camarillo's breakout year with the Dolphins. (ESPN -- Football News)
Smith To Likely Miss Season Finale Nov 25, 2008
FAYETTEVILLE Barring a surprisingly fast recovery, it appears that Arkansas running back Michael Smith will miss the final game of his breakout season. coach Bobby Petrino said Monday that he doesnt anticipate his leading rusher being ready for Fridays game against LSU in Little Rocks War Memorial Stadium because of a pulled hamstring. (HawgsIllustrated.com)
Robinson, Mitchell Will Remain Suspended Nov 25, 2008
Robinson, who had a breakout year in 2006 with 8 1/2 sacks, has recorded only two this season and has spent all but two games as a backup. He returned a fumble 80 yards for a touchdown in a 52-10 loss at Texas on Sept. 27. (HawgsIllustrated.com)
Dolphins lose leading receiver for season Nov 25, 2008
The former undrafted free agent, who recently signed a three-year, $6 million contract extension, was having a breakout season. He had caught a total of eight passes in his previous two seasons. (Florida Today)
SAINTS GRADES Nov 25, 2008
Wide receiver Lance Moore (five catches, 115 yards) continues his breakout season and is playing himself into a very lucrative contract after the season. He scored twice in the second quarter to become the ninth player in franchise history to catch at least one touchdown pass in four consecutive games. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Reid: McNabb will start Thursday Nov 25, 2008
The tear in Camarillo's knee ends his breakout year. He leads the Dolphins with 55 receptions for 613 yards after catching eight passes in his first two seasons. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Hanson tops off an overwhelming year Nov 25, 2008
Ludwick erupted for a 80 extra-base hits (37 homers) and 113 RBI in his breakout 2008 season, his first healthy season in the majors. He hit. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Mailbag: When will the O's take action? Nov 25, 2008
The former fourth-round Draft choice had a true breakout season in 2008, posting a 15-6 record and a 3 ... If Bergesen continues his trajectory from his breakout year, he'll be in the Major Leagues at or right after the All-Star break. (MLB.com -- Baltimore Orioles)
John DonovanINSIDE BASEBALL Nov 25, 2008
Well, about all we can say with certainty after Dempster signed his four-year deal on Tuesday is this: $52 million is a lot of money for a former closer who had exactly one good season as a starter -- eight years ago -- before his breakout 2008. A lot of money. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)
Patterson's career night lifts Cats Nov 25, 2008
The very fact that Patterson's performance had been such a hot topic of conversation meant he was not living up to the lofty standard he had set for himself in a breakout freshman campaign. Troubled by his slow start Patterson sought the advice of family and coaches to get back in gear. (Kentucky Sports -- Rivals.com)
NFL Notebook: McNabb returns as Eagles' starting QB (Today) Nov 25, 2008
The tear in Camarillo's knee ends his breakout year with the Dolphins. He leads the Dolphins with 55 receptions for 613 yards and two touchdowns. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
No. 9 Cal to UCSB For Second Round of NCAA College Cup Nov 25, 2008
Wiedeman Leading The Way After having a breakout freshman campaign, has not slowed down one bit. After leading the team in 2007 with 20 points, he has racked up 23 points (9G, 5A) in 2008. (Calbears.com)
No. 7 California Volleyball Looks to Finish Strong in Oregon Nov 25, 2008
Hawari had a breakout match at USC Oct. 25 where she tallied a career-high 15 kills on 22 attacks. When she does decide to take a break, she would like to vacation to Paris, France. (Calbears.com)
Packers: Grant ready for the stretch run (88) Nov 25, 2008
"Because of his slow start, some criticized the team for overpaying Grant based on one year's production the team might have deserved more criticism for not getting the deal done during the offseason rather than for overpaying him but Grant said he was unaware of the negative talk that followed his breakout 2007 season (929 yards, eight TDs over the final 10 regular-season games).He also said he wasn't putting additional pressure on himself to justify his big-money contract, which raised his pay... (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Knee injury shelves Dolphins' Camarillo for '08 Nov 25, 2008
Camarillo was enjoying a breakout season with Dolphins ... The tear in Camarillo's knee ends his breakout year with the Dolphins. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)
Feathers fly as Eagles go back to McNabb as starting QB Nov 25, 2008
"That concludes Camarillo's breakout season. He leads the Dolphins with 55 receptions for 613 yards and two touchdowns after catching eight passes in his first two NFL seasons.Crennel not worriedAmid speculation his job is in jeopardy, Browns coach Romeo Crennel said he isn't worried about his future. Also, Crennel said quarterback Brady Quinn has not lost his starting job after being pulled in the third quarter of Sunday's 16-6 loss to the Texans in favor of Derek Anderson. Crennel said he... (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Meet the Huskies of Northern Illinois Nov 25, 2008
had a breakout season in Ruschs absence in 2007, finishing with 44 tackles and 6. 5 tackles for loss. (GoMidshipmen.com)
Cowboys starting to catch up Nov 24, 2008
Breakout game by Owens shows Dallas is ready for a playoff push. Terrell Owens more than doubled his season high with 213 yards receiving, including a 75-yard TD catch. (Boston Globe)
Syracuse pulls off upset at Notre Dame Nov 24, 2008
Curtis Brinkley: Sure, the senior stud was gracious and accommodating after the game, repeatedly praising youngster Antwon Baileys breakout game. But what better spot could Brinkley have picked to go off for 150 plus. (CuseJuice.com)
'Unleashed' T.O. leads to big day for Cowboys Nov 24, 2008
It was all in good fun after a breakout game by Owens sparked Romo's second consecutive win since returning from a broken pinkie on his throwing hand. Romo got Owens the ball for his seventh catch that enabled the outspoken receiver to finish with 213 yards after he had been stuck on 199 yards. (USA Today -- Sports)
Alexander sitting pretty with Colt's tradition Nov 24, 2008
The 264-yard, 12-of-24, three-touchdown performance against Idaho reaffirming the breakout game at New Mexico State was no fluke. With each outing, the 6-foot-3, 230-pounder brings a stronger touch to an offense that is looking more and more like what we remember from years past. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Lafayette Prepares for No. 144 Nov 23, 2008
He enjoyed a breakout day vs. Holy Cross, carrying 15 times for 111 yards and two touchdowns. Lafayette used all three members against Columbia, as White and Coon left with injuries. (Goleopards.com)
Backdrop for Cowboys, 49ers: 'Remember the Rams' Nov 23, 2008
It seems unlikely this would be his breakout game - but, with T.O., that could mean the time is right. Romo also should be better than he was last week, his first game in a month. (Anchorage Daily News)
Ole Miss Ends LSU Dominance, 31-13 Nov 23, 2008
"He really had a breakout game and was so accurate," Nutt said of his quarterback, a transfer from Texas. "He was hitting some passes that were awesome - critical first downs, touchdown throws ... He is starting to come on as a real quarterback right now and I'm excited about that." Ole Miss was dominant on defense as well, knocking LSU starting quarterback Jarrett Lee out of the game and holding the Tigers to only one touchdown. (ABC 7 News, DC)
REBEL UPRISING Nov 23, 2008
"He really had a breakout game and was so accurate. Critical first downs, touchdown throws and then just handling the offense from traffic to changing the play.". Nutt complimented his players' intensity before the game and their joy after it, noting the Louisiana players who dot the Rebels' roster had talked "all week long" about this trip. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Week 12 NFL picks Nov 23, 2008
It will be interesting to see how Matt Cassel follows up his breakout performance against the Jets (400 yards passing, 62 yards rushing, 103. 4 passer rating) in one of the more compelling games in Week 12. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Lakeside alum has breakout year in CFL Nov 23, 2008
Former Lakeside High School football star Brian Bratton will compete for the Montreal Alouettes in tonight's Grey Cup against the Calgary Stampeders to determine the champion of the Canadian Football League. The 5-foot-10, 185-pound Bratton caught 54 passes for 636 yards and seven touchdowns in 18 games this season -- a significant boost from his rookie season when he had 20 receptions for 199 yards and no touchdowns. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Ole Miss - LSU post game notes & quotes Nov 23, 2008
He really had a breakout game and was so accurate. He was hitting some passes that were awesome. (Ole Miss Sports -- Rivals.com)
New Orleans limps home after 6-week absence Nov 23, 2008
Grant was the Packers' breakout star in the second half of last season. Although he started only seven games, he gained close to 1,000 yards rushing. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
On the Coast, it's very clear Nov 23, 2008
"You had a breakout year yourself (.305, 20 homers, 77 RBIs). It seemed you got better when Manny Ramirez arrived.AE: "There's no doubt that what I got from Manny was learning patience at the plate. He taught me to just focus on every at-bat and to really stay back and not be too jumpy. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Mitchell tallies her 1,000 career point in win at Akron Nov 23, 2008
Van Tatenhove had a breakout game for the Bonnies scoring 13 points to go with seven boards ... Freshman had a breakout game for the Bonnies scoring 13 points while grabbing seven boards in 16 minutes of play. (Gobonnies.com)
