Tag Archive for: Mike Patterson

USC to lead the pack with defense


When you think of smash-mouth defenses in college football, it’s hard not to rattle off a list of SEC programs that come to mind. Alabama, Auburn, Florida, LSU — all of these names carry a distinct aura of having the type of physical ballhawks and devastating strength in the trenches that evoke a certain brand […]

Writing as Mom’s eyes, ears


Mom didn’t react well to the adriamycin, or the cytoxan. This was Jan. 4, 2005, a Tuesday. My dad was carrying my mother as they slammed through the front door of our Burbank home. She was having difficulty even standing alone, and so he walked her through the house and onto the bed. This Tuesday […]

Pro recap: week 10


Oakland Raiders tight end David Ausberry (One tackle as the Raiders won 24-17 in San Diego). San Diego Chargers cornerback Shareece Wright Philadelphia defensive tackle Mike Patterson (Just one tackle in a shocking defeat against Arizona, 21-17). Philadelphia Eagles offensive tackle Winston Justice Philadelphia fullback Stanley Havili Tennessee Titans DT Jurrell Casey (Casey had three […]