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Zain Bando

Zain Bando is an alumnus of not one but two Big Ten institutions. He attended Northwestern University's Medill School of Journalism with a focus on journalism and Sports Media. His heart, however, still lies with the Orange and Blue (I-L-L), where he was a member of the Orange Krush and Block I student sections during undergrad. Bando was part of the FanSided Network as a contributor from May 2019 to October 2023. He has vast experience covering Illinois, Northwestern, Combat Sports and one-off feature-style stories. All opinions are his own. You can email him at zainbando99@gmail.com. He is open to any feedback.

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Troy Aikman almost came out of retirement to play for surprise team

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Miami Hurricanes head coach Mario Cristobal. (Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports)

Miami football beats out Georgia, Ohio State, Florida State for 2024 5-star

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Feb 12, 2023; Glendale, Arizona, US; Philadelphia Eagles tight end Dallas Goedert (88) gestures to fans against the Kansas City Chiefs during the third quarter of Super Bowl LVII at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Dallas Goedert has really bad news for Eagles opponents, Hurts haters

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Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Kadarius Toney (19) celebrates with quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) after scoring a touchdown against the Philadelphia Eagles during the fourth quarter in Super Bowl LVII at State Farm Stadium in Glendale on Feb. 12, 2023.Nfl Super Bowl Lvii Kansas City Chiefs Vs Philadelphia Eagles

Patrick Mahomes invented a rule-bending hack that helped win Super Bowl

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Nov 26, 2022; Evanston, Illinois, USA; Northwestern Wildcats head coach Pat Fitzgerald leads his team on the field against the Illinois Fighting Illini at Ryan Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Everything to know about Northwestern football hazing allegations [Updated]

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Dec 31, 2022; New Orleans, LA, USA; Kansas State Wildcats running back Deuce Vaughn (22) celebrates his touchdown scored against the Alabama Crimson Tide during the first half in the 2022 Sugar Bowl at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-USA TODAY Sports

Deuce Vaughn pick delivers special moment in Cowboys draft room (Video)

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Mar 18, 2023; Sacramento, CA, USA; March Madness and Final Four signage is seen prior to a game between the Princeton Tigers and the Missouri Tigers at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

Final Four Ticket Prices 2023: How much does it cost to attend men’s and women’s tournaments?

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Mar 12, 2023; Chicago, IL, USA; Purdue Boilermakers players celebrate after winning Big Ten Conference Tournament Championship against the Penn State Nittany Lions at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports

Big Ten Tournament: Purdue edges Penn State 67-65 to win title

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Mar 1, 2023; Evanston, Illinois, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions guard Camren Wynter (11) hits the game winning three point basket against the Northwestern Wildcats during overtime at Welsh-Ryan Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Camren Wynter, Penn State spoil Senior Night in Evanston

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Feb 15, 2023; Evanston, Illinois, USA; Northwestern Wildcats guard Boo Buie (0) shoots the game winning basket over Indiana Hoosiers guard Trey Galloway (32) during the second half at Welsh-Ryan Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Northwestern, Boo Buie complete season sweep of Indiana in final seconds

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Joe Burrow Cincinnati Bengals. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports

Joe Burrow hanging with 49ers players in Vegas has fans dreaming

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Georgia coach Kirby Smart celebrates with the National Championship trophy during Georgia's back to back National Championship celebration in Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Jan. 14, 2023.News Joshua L Jones

When does the 2023 CFB season start?

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Jan 8, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) throws a pass against the New York Giants during the third quarter at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports

What time do the Eagles play today, Saturday January 21?

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Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) runs out on to the field as he is announced against the Detroit Lions during their football game Sunday, January 8, 2023, at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis. Dan Powers/USA TODAY NETWORK-WisconsinApc Packvsdetroit 0108230308djpa

Aaron Rodgers stirs the pot about potential Packers exit

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Dec 21, 2022; Bronx, New York, USA; Aaron Judge reacts during a press conference after being named captain at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jessica Alcheh-USA TODAY Sports

Aaron Judge will get key to the city after re-signing with the Yankees

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EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - NOVEMBER 04: Detail view of a College Football logo sticker on the helmet of the Dallas Cowboys in the game against the New York Giants in the first half at MetLife Stadium on November 04, 2019 in East Rutherford, New Jersey.The Dallas Cowboys defeated the New York Giants 37-18. (Photo by Al Pereira/Getty Images)

Cowboys 2023 schedule: Who are their opponents next season?

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