2013 - Aaron Hernandez arrested and charged with murder; released by Patriots
Aaron Hernandez is arrested and charged with the murder of Odin Lloyd, a semi-pro football player who was dating the sister of Hernandez's fiancee.
The New England Patriots released Hernandez shortly after the arrest, bringing an end to the tight end's three-year tenure with the organization.
The Patriots had this to say in a release.
A young man was murdered last week and we extend our sympathies to the family and friends who mourn his loss. Words cannot express the disappointment we feel knowing that one of our players was arrested as a result of this investigation. We realize that law enforcement investigations into this matter are ongoing. We support their efforts and respect the process. At this time, we believe this transaction is simply the right thing to do.
Hernandez pled not guilty and is awaiting trial.
2012 - BCS committee approves four-team playoff
The BCS committee approved a four-team playoff that will begin in 2014.
The BCS has always used polls and a computer system to determine the top two teams at the end of the season who will play in the national championship game, which not surprisingly, brought on its share of controversy.
Now, four teams will square off in two semi-final matchups to determine which teams go on and play in the NCAA championship game.
Birthdays
1968 - Shannon Sharpe
1976 - Chad Clifton
1976 - Chad Pennington
1980 - Michael Vick