Today's top story ... Cincinnati QB breaks hand
Cincinnati star QB Gino Guidugli slipped on a star and broke a bone in his throwing hand. While doctors told him not to throw, he's going to try to get on the field for the Louisville game even though he's technically doubtful.
ACC
Maryland
As a result of sophomore Joel Statham’s benching and true freshman backup Jordan Steffy’s concussion during last Thursday night’s game, the Terps are expected to start redshirt sophomore Sam Hollenbach for Saturday’s game against Wake Forest; Hollenbach began the season as the No. 4 QB on the depth chart …
Virginia
Sophomore starting WR Deyon Williams is questionable for Saturday’s game at Virginia Tech; Williams, who missed last weekend’s game versus Georgia Tech, is still hampered by an ankle injury
Virginia Tech
Junior starting TB Mike Imoh, who was already questionable for Saturday’s game due to a hamstring injury, has also had to battle a case of the flu and has been held out of practice this week; If Imoh is unable to go, junior Cedric Humes would get the call; Humes was the starter for the Holies’ first four games this season …
Big Ten
Iowa
Head coach Kirk Ferentz, who was named the Big Ten’s Coach of the Year on Tuesday, signed a new deal which guarantees him at least $1.6 million per year through the 2012 season
Pac-10
Southern California
The Trojans may get a lift on Saturday, as some of the previously wounded are expected to play against Notre Dame; Sophomore starting WR Steve Smith (suffered broken leg on Oct. 9), junior starting WR Chris McFoy (knee), and senior starting OG John Drake (high ankle sprain) have participated in practices this week; Head coach Pete Carroll indicated that Drake may not start, but he would see playing time … On defense, junior safety Scott Ware (foot) and senior CB Kevin Arbet (knee) could also return to action this weekend …
SEC
Arkansas
Senior star QB Matt Jones continues to be slowed by a hamstring injury, which has limited his practice time this week; Jones, however, is expected to start, but his dual-threat qualities may be limited by the injury, which may force him to operate mostly from the pocket
Florida
Cleveland Browns’ head coach Butch Davis has reportedly expressed an interest in the Gators’ vacant head-coaching position; Davis has been rumored to be out of a job after a 5-11 season in 2003 and four straight losses this season
South Carolina
The University officially announced the hiring of Steve Spurrier, who receives a seven-year deal that will pay him an annual guaranteed salary of $1.25 million per season; Spurrier’s overall collegiate record is 142-40-2, which includes a 12-year stint at Florida which produced a 122-27-1 mark … Click here for more on this story (University Official Athletic Web Site)
Tennessee
Senior starting center Jason Respert, who was hospitalized last week due to an infection in his hand, is still listed as questionable for Saturday’s home game versus Kentucky; Respert, who has missed the past two games, will have his blood analyzed this week, which will help doctors determine his playing status for this weekend … Junior starting OG Cody Douglas (mid-foot sprain) will not play in Saturday’s game
WAC
Boise State
Liberty Bowl officials announced that the Broncos are its first choice to replace Utah, regardless of whether BSU wins its final game versus Nevada this Saturday; The Broncos appear headed to Memphis unless it gains an automatic bid from the BCS … Head coach Dan Hawkins’ name will most likely be mentioned for several head-coaching vacancies this off-season, but his contract is filled with financial incentives, which may help to keep him in Boise