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College Football Playoff Preview: Alabama's Dominant Run Attack vs. A Lucky ...

This came to a head in Henry’s final two games before the playoff, with him carrying 46 times against Auburn and another 44 against Florida. The questions here are obvious: Is Derrick Henry being run into the ground? Might his workload negatively affect his pro career? Probably not, at least as far as we can tell. If Henry were an NFL running back, we might point to the fabled “Curse of 370.” The curse is an idea popularized by Aaron Schatz at Football Outsiders; when Schatz singled out running backs who had 370 or more carries in an NFL season, he noticed that they subsequently performed poorly. There’s considerable dispute over the specifics of such an effect, but workload concerns take on added meaning for college running backs, who have not yet begun their pro careers, and who, one might worry, are coughing up earning power one 40-carry game at a time. If the “curse” exists at the college level, then Henry’s season is a red flag. Henry is averaging 26.1 rushes per game — the 25th-highest per-game workload of any FBS player over the past 12 seasons. The carries have clustered in the back half of the season, as well: Over the first six games of the season, Henry averaged 20 carries per game; in the last seven, he has averaged 31.3. In total, Henry has carried the ball 339 times this season — 17th most in FBS play over the past 12 seasons — with more football left to play. Given his workload in the last two games, he might careen right past the infamous 370 mark in just 14 games. Now for the good news: Based on the available stats, a heavy college workload has no relationship to a shorter shelf life in the pros. Of 97 running backs who have played at least four NFL seasons since 2005,1 there’s no statistical relationship between college rushing attempts (either total or per game) and whether the RB suffered a drop-off in NFL production between his first two years and years three and four. Of course, some NFL backs peak early a... http://fivethirtyeight.com/features/college-football-cotton-bowl-alabama-michigan-state/

Ellen M. Bowers

CAYUGA Ellen M. Bowers, 83, of Center Street, Cayuga, passed away Dec. 27, 2015 at Auburn Community Hospital. Born in Auburn, she was the daughter of the late Henry and Martha Pollard. Ellen was a graduate of Union Springs High School. She was employed with the Union Springs School District until her retirement. She was a member of the Cayuga Methodist Church. She is survived by a brother, Robert Pollard; eight children, David (Laura) Bowers, Sue (Mark) Chase, Sharon (Jim) Skibo, Lorraine Bowers, Virginia (Rick) Uebelman, Jim (Charmie) Bowers, Amy (Mark) Thayer, and Ron (Brenda) Bowers; 15 grandchildren, and 14 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband of 65 years, David Bowers; a brother, Richard Pollard; a sister, Mary Elaine Clark, and granddaughter, Lauren Bowers. There are no calling hours. A memorial service will be held at the convenience of the family at a later time. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Ellen’s memory may be made to the Cayuga Fire Department. Arrangements are by Langham Funeral Home LLC, 75 E. Genesee St., Auburn. To leave a c... http://auburnpub.com/obits/ellen-m-bowers/article_3aceefe2-8863-571e-b56c-c4449cf8d24c.html

Cosentino: Christmas cactus, Jerusalem cherries and more timely plants

Keep the soil moist all the time. It can be hurt by direct sunlight. So be careful during the summertime. During the winter, Auburn light is never a problem. During this time of year, try to keep the temperature at about 61. Jerusalem cherries: Not as popular as it once was. We often see them in supermarkets and home improvement stores at this time of year. The plant is very popular during those dreary months from December through January, when you really crave a spot of color to brighten the home. When you get the plant home, it will be covered with a mass of cherry-size red or orange red peppers. Yes, it is a pepper, Solanum pseudocapsicum. Give it the brightest spot that you can. It will survive in low light, but will do better in a south or west window. It is a cool temperature plant and has been known to drop its leaves in a persistent 74-degree room. Keep it moist, but not overly wet. And remember, it is a member of the nightshade family — it’s poisonous. So keep it away from the kids and cats. How long will the plants last? The Christmas cactus has proven it last for generations. Poinsettias can be re-bloomed next year, but really are not worth the effort. Once the cherry is gone, toss it. Oh yes, a final bit of advice. All those foil and those plastic decorations are lovely to look at, but they will hold water — that’s bad for the plant. If the plant comes in foil, just cut an “X” in the bottom so the water can drain out. If it is in a plastic or ceramic container, remove the plant, take it to the sink to water it, let it drain and then replace in the decorative pot. http://auburnpub.com/columnists/carmen_cosentino/cosentino-christmas-cactus-jerusalem-cherries-and-more-timely-plants/article_37e8fee3-adb5-5b86-943d-b215f3945622.html