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Forgive me Father, but you're an idiot

12 days ago, in one of the more stupefying interviews I have ever had the displeasure of reading, The New York Times granted Notre Dame president Rev. John I. Jenkins the platform to say his piece in regards to college athletes getting paid. So now, much to the chagrin of everyone who hates fairness and all those profiting off the work of thousands of 18-22-year-olds and the college system, I’m here to tell you why they don’t get paid, and why they should.


After three straight trips to the postseason, the Blue Devils are looking to take the next leap forward.
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Duke, Northwestern on similar paths

It's no secret that Duke has gone from uncompetitive to legitimate in the last four years.Head coach David Cutcliffe has successfully turned the corner with the Blue Devils, but now comes the more challenging part—making the leap from good to great. Just ask Northwestern.


New rules for DevilsGate should give fans a better tailgating experience this season.
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Be a Wade Wacko

Changes abound for Duke football this year, both on and of the field. Quarterback Thomas Sirk has stepped in for the departed Anthony Boone and quickly ignited the Duke offense, posting an impressive performance—27 of 40 for 289 yards and two touchdowns—in the team’s dominant 37-7 victory at Tulane last week.


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My Mr. Hyde

I have a split identity—like a 21st century Dr. Jekyll repressing his Mr. Hyde. But secret identities can’t stay hidden forever. I love University of Kentucky athletics.


Senior Matt Pun, pictured middle in the “Quinn’s Cooks” hat, served as sports managing editor.
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Why we care

Sometimes, it really does seem crazy how much Blue Devil fans care about their basketball team. But I wouldn't have it any other way.