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WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2012
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"It might be the loudest stadium that we've been in, and we're in a lot of loud ones. I'd put that one right up there. Their fans are vocal."
WAY TED
Patriots coach Bill Belichick on CenturyLink Field early this season.
— espn.com
— espn.com
FACT OF THE DAY
Ryan Tannheh was the third quarterback drafted in the top eight of the 2012 NFL Draft. Stanford quarterback went No. 1 to the Indianapolis Colts, and Baylor quarterback Robert Griffin III went second to the Washington Redskins.
Q: Before finishing last in the NFC North in 2010 and 2011, when was the last time the Vikings finished last?
TRIVIA OF THE DAY
A:1990
Associated Press
THE MORNING BREW Contender and pretender playoff outlook for NFL teams
At this point in the NFL season, almost of the teams believe they have a chance of making the playoffs and earning a trip to New Orleans for Super Bowl XLVII. It's also early enough in the season to determine whether these potential playoff-bound teams are legitimate. To clean up the playoff picture, I want to separate the contenders from the pretenders, so let's go through some of the teams that would be in the playoffs at this point in the season and assess their chances of making it all the way.
MINNESOTA VIKINGS
The Vikings have arguably been the NFLs biggest surprise so far this season with a 5-2 record. Experts believed that the Vikings would be overshadowed in the competitive NFC North by the Packers, Bears and Lions, as the preseason consensus was almost unanimous that the team would finish last in the division. The Vikings' defense is greatly improved from last season, with rookie safety Harrison Smith playing at a Pro Bowl-caliber level so far this season. That being said, Minnesota has some issues that may prevent them from making the playoffs. Although the offense has dynamic
weapons in running back Adrian Peterson and wide receiver Percy Harvin, the lack of consistency by second-year quarterback Christian Ponder could greatly hinder the Vikings as the season progresses. After not throwing an interception in the first four games of the season, Ponder has thrown six in the last three games. This problem could continue to surface as Minnesota's schedule gets tougher later in the season when the team plays the Houston Texans and the Packers and Bears twice. I see the Vikings narrowly missing out on a playoff spot this season. Verdict: Playoffs Pretender.
MIAMI DOLPHINS
The Dolphins have been another pleasant surprise in the NFL this season with a 3-3 record and only one game back in the competitive AFC East. Two of the Dolphins' losses have been in overtime, and the defense has looked strong so far this season, not giving more than 14 points in the past two weeks. Rookie quarterback Ryan Tannehill has been another surprise for the Dolphins this season. Many experts questioned the selection of Tannehill at the No. 8 pick in the draft, but Tannehill's reunion with his former college coach Mike Sherman has eased his transition into the NFL. Although Tannehill has thrown four touchdowns and six interceptions, Tannehill's last two games have been encouraging, throwing two touchdowns and zero interceptions. The Dolphins' strong defense and weak schedule should keep them in playoff contention late into the season. Verdict: Playoffs Contender.
The Seahawks have used a similar formula as the Dolphins to earn a 4-3 record so far this season. Seattle is in the top 10 in passing yards, rushing yards and points
SEATTLE SEAHAWKS
allowed
per game. The Seahawks
already have impressive wins against the Packers (I know, they shouldn't have won this game, but hey, a win's a win) and the Patriots. They also have one of the best home field advantages in the NFL Field at CenturyLink Field, where the Seahawks have gone 3-0 so far this season. Although Seattle has some tough games remaining on its schedule, I believe that its strong defense and ball-control offense will give the team the opportunity to earn one of the wildcard spots in the NFC. Verdict: Playoffs Contender.
Edited by Sarah McCabe
This week in athletics
Wednesday
Thursday
Women's Volleyball
STATE Iowa state
6:30 p.m.
Ames, Iowa
Friday
Women's Swimming
Nebraska-Omaha
5 p.m.
Omaha, Neb.
Women's Soccer
Northern Colorado
3 p.m.
Lawrence
Saturday
Williams Education Fund
WEF Rock Chalk Tailgate
All Active Members
9 a.m.
"The Hill" at Memorial Stadium
Sunday
Cross Country
Big 12 Championships
10 a.m.
Austin, Texas
Women's Basketball
Washburn
2 p.m.
Lawrence
Big 12 Championships
10:00 a.m.
Austin, Texas
Women's Golf
Soccer
Edwin Watts/Palmetto Intercollegiate
All Day
Kiuwah Island, S.C.
Monday
Women's Volleyball
West Virginia
6:30 p.m.
Lawrence, Kan.
Women's Golf
Edwin Watts/Palmetto Inter-
collegiate
All Day
Kiawah Island, S.C.
Tuesday
Men's Basketball
Emporia State
7 p.m.
Lawrence, Kan.
GOLF
Gilbert wins first medalist honors in NCAA career
Kansas golfer Chris Gilbert earned medalist honors for the first time in his NCAA career at the Herb Wimberly Intercollegiate in Las Cruces, N.M. Gilbert shot a final-round two-under 69 to tie University of Las Vegas' Blake Biddle with a total score of 205 (-8) for medalist honors. Gilbert is the first Jayhawk to earn
Bill Ross Intercollegiate in 2010. "it's a big relief," Gilbert said, "I've really been working for this my entire career."
pressure on myself in the spring "
I've been trying hard, and it finally worked out. I'm relieved that I got one out of the way in the fall, so I won't put a bunch of
in the spring." Gilbert started the final round slowly, landing two strokes over par through seven holes, but he rallied with a birdie on
Gilbert
the par four 13th and an eagle on the par five 15th.
Freshman Jackson Foth continued to
The tournament came down to a 15-
foot birdie putt on the 18th that would've given Gilbert the outright lead. The putt missed by inches ending the tournament in a tie.
"He was two over and brought it back to two under," coach Jamie Bermel said. "That's how you have to play to give yourself a chance to win. It's good for him because he's been close this fall. The first one's tough to win. Hopefully he can take this into the spring season."
Gilbert ended the fall season with four top-15 finishes and two top-five finishes in just five tournaments.
gain consistency with a two-over 73 to finish the event with a 214 (+1) in a tie for 15th.
"He got in the lineup, and I think as a freshman he just thought, 'OK, I finally made it.'" Bermel said. "Then he went to tournaments and didn't play very well, but he kept qualifying. After a couple tournaments, he felt like he belonged. He played pretty steady."
These consistent performances led to the Jayhawks' fifth-place team with a score of 853, just 12 shots behind champion Wichita State University.
Paul Harris tied for 30th place with a
total of 218. Stan Gautier tied for 37th with 219. Alex Gutesha and Dylan McClure wrapped up the lineup tied for 62nd and 66th place.
The Jayhawks are looking to build on their strong finish in the fall season. For Bermel, his first five tournaments offered an opportunity to get to know his new players. The focus on consistency hasn't gone unnoticed by the coach.
"I think guys are figuring out how they can score well; they're just not hitting it well," Bermel said. "They're not giving up on themselves or getting upset with themselves. They just continue to hang
in there."
The Jayhawks start the spring season Feb. 22 at the University of Wyoming Desert Classic in Palm Desert, Calif.
"I think we've done pretty well in the fail," Bermel said. "That being said, I think we need to take another big step from now until February. It's going to be a lot of work inside. Getting stronger in the weight room and getting mentally tougher are things will work on for the next three months."
— Trevor Graff
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