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Wisconsin-Fresno State game sold out Next Saturday's Wisconsin vs. Fresno State football game at Bulldog Stadium has sold out.

Last year Ryan Matthews shattered Fresno State's freshman records and led the nation in both touchdowns and average by a freshman.

All I want to know is what the first play of the Doug Nussmeier era will be, and he is not even giving hints.

Rookie running back Clifton Smith was one of the last to peel off his uniform after Saturday's preseason loss to the Jaguars.

The intrigue of the NFL exhibition season is watching young longshot rookies like Elbert Mack and Clifton Smith.

Lonyae Miller might whizz by a defender with his speed. Ryan Mathews might make a cut and then leave him.

Coach Pat Hill has 10 starters returning -- and that doesn't technically include running backs Ryan Mathews and Clifton Smith, the top two ball carriers last season.

The Bucs take the field for the second time this preseason tonight, providing another opportunity to learn more about this season's squad.

Garcia, who has not fully participated in 12 of Tampa Bay's 16 practices, is still recovering from a calf strain injury he suffered July 31.

Pre-season drills have produced much to be excited about at Fresno State. One unit that has the coaches gushing with excitement is the bulldogs kick return squad Clifton Smith might be gone but memories of his ...

Rookie Buc running back Clifton Smith may have been overlooked four months ago in the NFL draft, but the versatile 5-foot-8, 190-pounder from Fresno State definitely turned some heads Saturday against Miami.

Published: Sunday, August 3, 2008 at 12:01 a.m. Last Modified: Monday, August 4, 2008 at 9:40 p.m. With NFL rosters limited to just 53 players, it is a tough task for most players drafted outside of the first ...

Published: Tuesday, July 29, 2008 at 7:10 p.m. Last Modified: Tuesday, July 29, 2008 at 7:10 p.m. Cornerback Torrie Cox will be placed on the injured reserved Tuesday and will miss the entire season.

Mark Eakin, who led West Texas A&M to the 2006 National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association men's team title, has been hired as rodeo coach at Tarleton State.

Mark Eakin, who led West Texas A&M to the 2006 National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association men's team title, has been hired as rodeo coach at Tarleton State.

QB Tom Brandstater seemed very comfortable in the spring, though he didn't play that much.

“The good news is they both couldn't ask for better situations.”

Former Fresno State football players Clifton Smith and Damon Jenkins are now on NFL rosters after signing rookie free agent deals on Sunday. via The Fresno Bee

We told you last night that former USF receiver Amarri Jackson would be signing with the Bucs after his showing in the weekend's rookie mini-camp. We now know he'll be joined by three others: Troy defensive ... via St. Petersburg Times

There was a general feeling that Fresno State's softball team would be hurting without pitcher Robin Mackin this season. via The Fresno Bee

High school standouts Kristen Alburn , Lauren Blair , Raquel Garcia and Ashley Garcia have been chosen to play on a team that will oppose the U.S. softball team in an exhibition at the Miracle League of ... via The Fresno Bee