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HOUSTON -- Houston freshman defensive tackle Ed Oliver has been disruptive since his collegiate debut against Oklahoma when he had two sacks.Seven games into his career, hes beginning to take over and has 23 tackles in the last two games combined for the 11th-ranked Cougars .From week to week I guess the game has slowed down a little bit compared to Oklahoma, he said. I was kind of just running around, and now it seems like Im kind of just playing football.Oliver is tied for the team lead with 43 tackles, is second in the American Athletic Conference with 9 1/2 tackles for losses and has three sacks.Hes also become adept at batting down passes and added two in a win over Tulsa on Saturday to give him five this season. Oliver finds it amusing that people are so interested in his success in this area.If I cant get the sacks I guess Ill bat the ball down, he said. Just watching the quarterbacks hand and time it up when it comes out and hit it. Its not really hard.Though Oliver downplays his success in breaking up passes, coach Tom Herman knows how rare it is for a defensive tackle to knock down as many as he has. And he raved about his contributions to Houstons defense.Everybody wants to point to his physical tools, which are obviously exceptional, Herman said. But the thing that makes Ed Oliver Ed Oliver is his tenacity and his motor. That guy goes full speed from snap to whistle, every single play that hes in. If he cant get to the quarterback, hes got a knack for jumping up and batting balls down.His skill in that area has some wondering if he looks up to Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt, who has knocked down so many passes in his career that hes earned the nickname J.J. Swatt. Though Oliver appreciates Watts game and said it would be awesome to work out with him one day, he actually looks up to another NFL defensive lineman.Probably the person I look up to the most is Suh. Ndamukong Suh, Oliver said of the Miami Dolphins defensive tackle. Very dominate, o-lineman are actually scared of that dude. So If I could be like anybody, Id be like him.Its hard to imagine that very many people would be frightened of Oliver off the field, with his easy smile and jokes galore. But the 6-foot-2, 290-pound Oliver loves how intimidating he is in games.That makes your job easier if people are just moving out the way, he said with a laugh. Its fine with me.Oliver was the star of Hermans recruiting class this year. It was a bit of a surprise that he chose Houston after being rated as one of the best defensive tackles in the country following a senior season in which he had 83 tackles, including 20 for losses, nine sacks, two forced fumbles and an interception.He wasnt sure what the atmosphere would be like playing for the Cougars, but he has enjoyed it so far as the team has gained more national attention thanks to starting the season 5-0 before a loss to Navy last week.I always liked the big stage, he said. I didnt think the stage could get that big here but it was and I just play.Oliver had a season-high 12 tackles on Saturday night after finishing with 11 in the 46-40 loss to Navy. Unflinchingly honest, he was excited to have a big game in a win after his tackles didnt mean much last week since Houston lost.At least this one wont be forgotten like last week, he said. At least theyll talk about the (12) tackles.Oliver did so much on Saturday night that he didnt even realize how many stops he finished with against Tulsa and playfully argued with a reporter who told him he had another double-digit performance.That doesnt mean hes surprised that hes been so successful early in his career.I knew I would be able to play with the game speed, he said. I knew it wouldnt be a big jump as far as game speed, but I had no idea I was going to have (this many tackles).---More college football coverage at www.collegefootball.ap.orgDeMarcus Cousins Jersey . The Croatian served 21 aces and hit 42 winners against Sijsling, who double-faulted to give Cilic a 4-3 lead in the deciding set. "All the players, they know me and they were really happy to see me and they were really happy that this is over for me," Cilic said. 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Bogdan Bogdanovic Jersey .Y. -- Bills receiver Stevie Johnson has a bone to pick with the NFL schedule maker.It has become a rite of passage of sorts for pro wrestling fans, particularly those hoping to recapture the spirit of what first hooked them, to yearn for a throwback of nostalgia into the current product.And when it comes to the idea of fantasy booking a big-name celebrity return to WWE, the name Goldberg has continued to hover right near the top of many viewers lists for much of the 12 years since he walked away in 2004.Goldberg, 49, made his triumphant return Monday night, closing Raw with a 10-minute promo that answered Brock Lesnars challenge to a match -- presumably for the Survivor Series pay-per-view?on Nov. 20 -- with a resounding yes as the Denver crowd cheered his return.Brock Lesnar, not only does that mean that youre next, Goldberg said, but most importantly it means Brock Lesnar, youre last.When it comes to checking off all of the boxes with his performance, Goldberg was strong (as was WWEs steady build toward his performance in the final segment, interspersing his career highlights throughout). The former WCW champion, who ran off a fictional unbeaten streak of 173-0 upon his 1997 debut, reprised his famous ring entrance, from a long walk down a backstage hallway -- complete with current WWE superstars cheering him on -- to his emergence on the stage amid a storm of sparks and fireworks.Goldberg was just as strong on the microphone, protecting his tough image with equally tough talk while also putting over the real reason for his return: his wife and young son, who were seated ringside, had never seen him perform as a pro wrestler. His softer side was hammered home with a series of hugs and high fives to children in the front row, further establishing his role as a babyface in his upcoming feud.The distinction was an important one because of Goldbergs age and time away from the ring, which stands out as the greatest challenge WWE will face leading up to Survivor Series as it attempts to credibly build a believable case for his chances against Lesnar.Outside of the groan that came from Raw commentater Michael Cole announcing him as the greatest champion in WCW history, Goldbergs return drew positive reviews on social media and from the large pop he received inside the Pepsi Center on Monday. He acknowledged as much by interrupting the crowds chants of Goldberg! and holy s---! to say, It has been a long time, and you didnt forget.Lesnar was absent on Monday (his return was announced for next week in Minneapolis) and his advocate Paul Heyman provided a brief interview via satellite from WWE headquarters, just one week after initially challenging Goldberg on Lesnars behalf. This episode was all about Goldberg, who referred to Heyman as a fat little stooge and called out Lesnar for not having the balls to do it himself.The return offers Goldberg a chance to exit the company on a much brighter note than his WrestleMania XX victory over Lesnar, which was met with boos 12 years ago by a crowd knowing full well both superstars were set to leave the company.While Goldberg, who regularly trains in mixed martial arts, appeared to be in great shape, his true definition was strategically hid behind a heavy jacket -- which caused him to sweat uncontrollably. The true reveal of the rivalry will come the first time the two combatants lay hands on each other in the coming weeks, which can only help Raws attempt to regain must-see status after slipping behind in-house competitor SmackDown Live in the eyes of many fans.Goldbergs return didnt suspend time to the point where viewers felt transported back to 1998 all over again. But it didnt disappoint at any turn or badly expose the reality of a middle-aged mans return, which was important in terms of setting the stage.As things stand right now, Raw has our attention in a major way. But its how the WWEs creative team builds the feud over the next four weeks that will have just as big a hand in deciding the success of Goldbergs return as how he actually looks in his eventual return to the ring.Hits and missesFor as much as WWE attempted to build suspense as to whether Goldberg would accept Lesnars challenge, commercials that ran Monday in local markets promoting his future appearances (including the Oct. 31 episode of Raw in Hartford, Connecticut) didnt help matters.While Goldbergs return captured Raws heaadlines Monday, the most valuable performance within a single segment came from Rusev, who showcased his comedic chops to near perfection.dddddddddddd Despite a questionable facial hair choice (full beard with no mustache or goatee), Rusev was red-hot for the second straight week on the microphone as he showed pictures of his family members to the crowd before insulting and attacking Roman Reigns. Rusevs comeback to Reigns of, Hey, hey ... you can disrespect my family all you want but you cant disrespect me, was the perfect summation of his characters genius.Seth Rollins attempt at making Sparkle Crotch a thing while insulting Chris Jericho was a noble one before it badly fell flat. But his diving neckbreaker off the middle rope against Jericho later on in their match was definitely worth a second look.The athleticism of @WWERollins on FULL DISPLAY in this clash with @IAmJericho! #RAW pic.twitter.com/1wFheNsutu- WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) October 18, 2016Speaking of Rollins, who faced off against Jericho for the second straight week, its becoming hard to avoid the feeling that his current feud with Universal champion Kevin Owens remains stuck in neutral. Unless next weeks triple-threat match including Jericho adds a significant wrinkle to the buildup ahead of Hell in the Cell, this has been very much an underwhelming feud between top superstars.Can we just pretend that that painfully awkward backstage segment (complete with a cringe-inducing high-five) between Stephanie McMahon and Mick Foley never happened?Big E referring to Cesaro as Sheamus court-appointed tag-team partner was high comedy and an apt description. Dont look now, but The New Day appear to be completely back from a series of comedic missteps late in the summer. The shark has not been jumped.Cruiserweight Tony Nese isnt merely a bright spot in the WWEs newest division, hes arguably becoming its most must-watch in-ring performer. His 450 splash onto Rich Swann in their six-man tag-team match was no joke.An even darker heel turn from?Bo Dallas?on Monday was the best thing to happen to his character in years. Dallas not only put away Neville in a singles match with a series of stiff strikes (after surviving a breathtaking moonsault onto the floor), he turned on former Social Outcasts teammate Curtis Axel after the match and handed out a vicious beating. It has become much easier to Bo-lieve in a guy like Dallas who has gotten himself back into this good of shape. Its time for Bo to drop the rhyming, political signs and self-help gimmick in order to embrace his full potential on the dark side.Admittedly, three hours is a long time to watch wrestling in one setting. But did I hear correctly that the stipulation of an otherwise meaningless six-man tag team match between The Golden Truth?and Mark Henry against The Shining Stars and Titus ONeill was that R Truth would have to buy up all of Primo and Epicos fake watches if he lost? Look, Im a stickler for attention to detail as much as anyone, but how about we first give ONeills feud with former teammate Darren Young an actual ending before we start fighting over time shares and shady sidewalk sales.A pair of pre-taped sit-down interviews featuring Sasha Banks and Charlotte not only showcased a strong use of WWE Hall of Famer Lita, they brought to light just how far apart the two superstars are in their ability to cut a strong promo, as Charlotte won this portion of their rivalry by a landslide.Move of the nightJust when you thought it was becoming a bore to watch Braun Strowman absolutely steamroll a group of helpless jobbers, his destruction of the Mile High Trio reminded how fun it can be. The ease in which Strowman tossed one of its members outside of the ring like a sack of potatoes, crashing into his partners below, was particularly memorable.The #MileHighTrio just got introduced to @BraunStrowman... #RAW pic.twitter.com/JkWXW0IycB- WWE (@WWE) October 18, 2016Line of the nightWe get it, Roman, you have a family and that is good for you. I know you have 700 Samoans sitting around a campfire, dipping a turkey leg in mayonnaise and following every move that you do. -- Rusev during a rant against Roman Reigns. ' ' '