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Posted on Tue, Nov 3, 2009 : 7:57 a.m.

Lawsuits, patience for Rich Rodriguez and early-entry rules

By Michael Rothstein

The Schembechler family is in the midst of an argument and now, a lawsuit.

Bo Schembechler's son, Glenn, is suing his father's third wife, Kathryn, over statements regarding a trust that Bo set up, the Detroit News reports.

FOOTBALL:

  • The Big Ten is investigating whether or not Michigan offensive lineman Mark Ortmann threw a punch during Saturday's game, writes Dave Birkett of AnnArbor.com.
  • Two days after Halloween, Rich Rodriguez is still haunted by Michigan's failed goal-line stand.
  • Meanwhile, Rodriguez is pleading for patience as he continues his rebuilding project.
  • Bob Wojnowski writes that Rich Rodriguez must focus on defense.
  • Tony Barnhart breaks down how Georgia Tech can play for the national title.
  • See, Michigan fans, it could be worse. At Syracuse, Mike Williams - the leading wide receiver on the team - quit the team.
  • BASKETBALL:

  • In his third season, Michigan's players are learning coach John Beilein's language, writes Larry Lage of the Associated Press.
  • The Associated Press All-American team is out.
  • There are some issues with the NCAA's new early-entry rule.
  • Until Minnesota is at full strength, the Gophers won't be a Big Ten contender writes Mike Miller of NBCSports.com.
  • OTHER SPORTS AND STUFF:

  • Stephen Colbert is sponsoring the U.S. Speedskating Team.
  • Chase Utley helped force a Game 6 of the World Series, writes Jeff Passan of Yahoo!