Hens’ Pierce has MCL sprain, out indefinitely
Delaware All-American tailback Andrew Pierce has a moderate sprain of the medial collateral ligament in his right knee and is out indefinitely, UD officials said today. The injury will not require...
View ArticleKeeler: Blue Hens have to “Man up” in Towson prep
Delaware football coach K.C. Keeler considered Saturday’s effort at Old Dominion a positive sign, even though the Blue Hens came up short in a 31-26 loss in Norfolk. Now the Blue Hens face the task of...
View ArticlePlayoffs out, still much for Blue Hens to play for
The object of Delaware's annual football affections, an NCAA playoff berth, is likely now out of reach following the Blue Hens' 34-27 overtime loss to Towson Saturday. But there is still much riding...
View ArticleHens’ overhaul should start with offense
The legacy of the University of Delaware’s football season isn’t just the first four-game losing streak in 45 years, which is more a reflection of how consistently successful the Blue Hens have been...
View ArticleHofher apparently out as Hens seek improved ‘O’
Delaware football coach K.C. Keeler would not comment on possible changes to his coaching staff today. However, sources have told The News Journal that Jim Hofher has been relieved of his duties as...
View ArticleFor openers, Hens get JMU in CAA 2013 football
Delaware will open its 2013 Colonial Athletic Association football schedule at home Sept. 28 against James Madison, a rival it hasn’t faced the last two years because of the unbalanced CAA schedule,...
View ArticleTiming, success made Keeler firing a surprise
When my phone rang this afternoon and I saw it was K.C. Keeler, I was pleasantly surprised. He hadn't returned recent calls as I attempted to learn more about his offensive coordinator vacancy. Seeing...
View ArticleIf Blue Hens tab Brock, is he worthy?
The Delaware head-coaching position is, by virtue of 70 seasons of often-prolific history, considered a college football plum. UD athletic director Eric Ziady expected and received “a tremendous...
View ArticleWorrilow’s pro hopes get boost with all-star pick
His Delaware football season ended more than two months ago, but Paul Worrilow has been his typically busy, hard-working self while fully engaged in weight-lifting, conditioning and drills aimed at...
View ArticleBrock relishes Blue Hens’ Signing Day
Dave Brock didn't originally recruit the 13 high school seniors who comprised Delaware's 2013 football recruiting class, announced Wednesday. But he did have to win them over, and the coach...
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Blue Hens, fans ready for some football
Delaware opens its 2013 football season tonight with more curiosity and, perhaps, enthusiasm than usual. That's what happens when a new coach takes over, and Dave Brock has said and done all the...
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For openers, lots to like in Blue Hens’ win
Opening games usually have their share of mistakes, and Delaware certainly needed both hands to count those on Thursday night. With a first game under a new coaching staff and operating new offensive...
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Run game is foundation for UD offense’s success
As I was walking into the Carpenter Center Friday, starting offensive tackle Ben Curtis came in right behind me. I congratulated him on the victory the night before in the Blue Hens' opener, 51-35 over...
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Blue Hens shake off Navy blowout, move on
Dave Brock was upbeat with his team in the wake of Saturday’s worse-than-expected 51-7 wipeout at Navy. Similarly, his postgame comments to the media were on an even keel, and why shouldn’t they have...
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FCS playoff destiny is in Blue Hens’ hands
Delaware is not going to be one of the automatic 11 when the FCS 24-team NCAA playoff field comes together. That CAA prize will belong to impressive Maine, once the Black Bears dispense with Rhode...
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