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- The story of TCU defensive end Jerry Hughes is well-known by now: running-back-turned pass rusher who has been wreaking havoc on Mountain West Conference quarterbacks for two years now. His impact is being felt by his younger teammates, too, as Hughes has taken to a leadership role as a senior.
- Dedication, work ethic and competitiveness have propelled Boise State senior cornerback Kyle Wilson from a lightly recruited athlete to a future pro. Speaking about Wilson, teammate Ryan Winterswyk told the Idaho Statesman, "When no one's looking, he's doing the right thing."
- Another senior cornerback praised for his maturity and leadership is Auburn's Walter McFadden. He capped a strong season by snagging a pair of interceptions in an Outback Bowl victory over Northwestern. He returned one of his picks the length of the field for a touchdown.
- Now that Florida senior quarterback Tim Tebow has played his last collegiate game, the debate regarding his pro future can begin in earnest. One NFL personnel man thinks the QB will need more than competitiveness to have success at the next level.
- After enduring a season-ending throat injury during a weighlifting incident, USC running back Stafon Johnson will get the chance to flash his wares at the Senior Bowl.
