Noled Out. He is also the Miami Dolphins lead writer at Pro Football Spot and a reporter at Polk County's newspaper, The Ledger, in Lakeland, Florida.Mike has written for various print and online outlets and has been featured on FoxSports.com and Yahoo Sports.Mike currently resides in Haines City, Florida with his wife Jennifer and young daughter Trinity."/> Noled Out. He is also the Miami Dolphins lead writer at Pro Football Spot and a reporter at Polk County's newspaper, The Ledger, in Lakeland, Florida.Mike has written for various print and online outlets and has been featured on FoxSports.com and Yahoo Sports.Mike currently resides in Haines City, Florida with his wife Jennifer and young daughter Trinity."/>

Mike Ferguson

Joined: Nov 10, 2014

Mike Ferguson is a college sports contributor at FanSided from central Florida.Mike graduated from Florida State University in 2009 with a Bachelors in Religion and a minor in Communications.In addition to contributing to FanSided, Mike is the editor of Florida State athletics site, <a href="http://noledout.com">Noled Out</a>. He is also the Miami Dolphins lead writer at <a href="http://profootballspot.com">Pro Football Spot</a> and a reporter at Polk County's newspaper, The Ledger, in Lakeland, Florida.Mike has written for various print and online outlets and has been featured on FoxSports.com and Yahoo Sports.Mike currently resides in Haines City, Florida with his wife Jennifer and young daughter Trinity.

Dec 3, 2014; Madison, WI, USA; Duke Blue Devils center Jahlil Okafor (15) attempts to moves the ball against Wisconsin Badgers forward Vitto Brown (30) at the Kohl Center. Duke defeated Wisconsin 80-70. Mandatory Credit: Mary Langenfeld-USA TODAY Sports

Non-Conference College Basketball Conference Power Rankings

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5 Reasons the Golden State Warriors are Championship Contenders

Jul 31, 2014; Miami, FL, USA; Miami Marlins right fielder Giancarlo Stanton (27) connects for a solo home run during the first inning against the Cincinnati Reds at Marlins Ballpark. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports

Are the Miami Marlins Already Contenders in 2015?

Oct 18, 2014; Norman, OK, USA; Oklahoma Sooners head coach Bob Stoops argues with an official during the first quarter against the Kansas State Wildcats at Gaylord Family - Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports

College Football’s Biggest Disappointments of 2014

Nov 27, 2014; Austin, TX, USA; TCU Horned Frogs safety Sam Carter (17) celebrates with teammates after intercepting a pass against the Texas Longhorns during the game at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brendan Maloney-USA TODAY Sports

College Football’s Most Pleasant Surprises of 2014

Nov 29, 2014; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver Amari Cooper (9) catches a touchdown pass in the third quarter past Auburn Tigers defensive back Jonathon Mincy (6) at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John David Mercer-USA TODAY Sports

Championship Week Final Showcase for Heisman Hopefuls

Nov 18, 2014; Lincoln, NE, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers guard Terran Petteway (5) claps during the game against Central Arkansas Bears in the first half at Pinnacle Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Thorson-USA TODAY Sports

A Look at 5 of College Basketball’s Early Sleepers

Nov 15, 2014; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Florida State Seminoles quarterback Jameis Winston (5) passes as the Florida State Seminoles beat the Miami Hurricanes 30-26 at Sun Life Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Manning-USA TODAY Sports

Why the ACC is Underrated as a Football Conference

5 Memorable Thanksgiving Day Football Moments

Nov 14, 2014; Cincinnati, OH, USA; Cincinnati Bearcats forward Gary Clark (11) against the St. Francis (Pa) Red Flash at Fifth Third Arena. The Bearcats won 52-37. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-USA TODAY Sports

College Basketball: 7 Freshmen Flying Under the Radar

Oct 24, 2014; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Oregon Ducks quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) prepares to throw a pass against the California Golden Bears in the first quarter at Levi

College Football Playoff: 8 Potentially Intriguing Match-ups

Apr 8, 2014; Sacramento, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings center DeMarcus Cousins (15) holds onto a rebound against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second quarter at Sleep Train Arena. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports

The 5 Most Improved Teams in the NBA

Mar 5, 2014; Winston-Salem, NC, USA; Duke Blue Devils head coach Mike Krzyzewski reacts to a call during the first half against the Wake Forest Demon Deacons at Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports

College Basketball: ACC Seeks to Live Up to the Hype

Oct 18, 2014; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver Amari Cooper (9) catches a pass for a touchdown against the Texas A&M Aggies at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Marvin Gentry-USA TODAY Sports

College Football Playoff: SEC’s Stranglehold Slipping

Oct 26, 2014; Cincinnati, OH, USA; Baltimore Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco (5) throws a pass during the third quarter against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paul Brown Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Weber-USA TODAY Sports

AFC Playoff Contenders and Pretenders

Oct 25, 2014; Fort Worth, TX, USA; TCU Horned Frogs quarterback Trevone Boykin (2) throws during the first half against the Texas Tech Red Raiders at Amon G. Carter Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports

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