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Ryan Mallett (born June 5, 1988), nicknamed “Big Tex”, is the former quarterback for the Arkansas Razorbacks. [1]

His 7,493 career passing yards, 7,141 career total offense yards, 68 touchdowns responsible for and 62 passing touchdowns rank as the highest totals by active SEC players. [2]

He entered the game for the injured Chad Henne in the third quarter and completed 6 of 17 passes for 49 yards and one interception. [1]

He is an American football quarterback playing at the University of Arkansas. [...] Ryan Mallett cuts news conference short in face of character questions Fortunately for Mallett, NFL general managers and coaches care a lot more about how he carries himself on the field and in private interviews than how he acted at his news conference Saturday. [3]

His passing touchdown and passing yards totals are first all-time at Arkansas, while his total offensive yardage and touchdown responsibility rank second all-time at UA. [2]

Mallett made his first appearance at Michigan in the second game of the 2007 season against Oregon. [1]

Arkansas signal caller fields questions about some off-the-field concerns at the Scouting Combine. [...] The similarities between quarterbacks Kevin Kolb and Aaron Rodgers can’t be denied. [4]

He was named second-team All-SEC in 2010 and has set or tied 43 school or stadium records in his time at UA. [2]

The 32 career touchdowns he has been responsible for and his 30 career touchdown passes rank as the highest totals by active SEC players entering 2010. [...] Former Washington QB Jake Locker views the Senior Bowl as a chance to show how he stacks up against some of the best players in the country and solidify his NFL draft status. [...] He was named the 2010 AutoZone Liberty Bowl MVP and was the only quarterback in the SEC to earn the league offensive player of the week honors outright two times. [5]

Mallett started the next week against Notre Dame and led the Wolverines to a 38-0 victory by throwing 3 touchdown passes, going 7/15 (46.7%) for 90 yards. [1]

OUTLOOK: A top candidate for postseason awards who possesses one of the strongest arms in college football, Mallett has been named a finalist for the Manning Award after being named a semifinalist for the Davey O’Brien National Quarterback Award and the Maxwell Award, as well as a Walter Camp Player to Watch. [2]

Sources:
[1] Ryan Mallett - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
[2] Ryan Mallett - University of Arkansas Athletics
[3] Ryan Mallett - Arkansas Razorbacks Ryan Mallett - Ryan …
[4] Scout.com: Ryan Mallett Profile
[5] Ryan Mallett - College Football

Vidal Sassoon, CBE (born January 17, 1928) is a British -born Israeli hairdresser and businessman. [1]

The hairstyles created by Sassoon relied on dark, straight, and shiny hair cut into geometric yet organic shapes. [2]

Sassoon in Barcelona, Spain, in 2006. [...] Former salon colleagues also bought Sassoon’s salons and acquired the right to use his name, extending the brand in salons into the United Kingdom and United States. [...] Sassoon was appointed Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) in the 2009 Birthday Honours. [1]

Sassoon was born to Jewish parents in Hammersmith, London. [2]

His geometric haircuts seemed to be severely cut, but were entirely lacquer -free, relying on the natural shine of the hair for effect. [1]

He is notable for creating new hairstyles and his name is used on a brand of haircare products sold worldwide. [...] Sassoon married his first wife, Elaine Wood, in 1956, but the marriage ended in 1958 when she left Sassoon for British water-skiing champion David Nations. [...] Although too young to serve in the Second World War, he became a member of the 43 Group, a Jewish veterans’ militia organisation that broke up Fascist meetings in East London after the end of the war. [...] Sassoon was placed in a Jewish orphanage for seven years and attended Essendine Road Primary School, a Christian school, before being evacuated to Holt, Wiltshire. [...] He is also remembered for several Alberto VO5 television commercials that he made in the 1960s. [...] Upon his return to London he left school at the age of 14 and worked as a messenger before starting a hairdressing apprenticeship. [2]

Sassoon had a younger brother, Ivor, who died from a heart attack at the age of 46. [...] In 2003, Sassoon sued Procter & Gamble in the Federal Court alleging that P&G was destroying his brand by skimping on marketing in favor of the company’s other hair product lines, notably Pantene. [1]

Sources:
[1] Vidal Sassoon - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
[2] Vidal Sassoon: Information from Answers.com

Reigning NHRA Full Throttle and Winternationals champ Larry Dixon set the new national record in Top Fuel and along with Cruz Pedregon (Funny Car) and Erica Enders (Pro Stock) will lead the qualified fields into final eliminations Sunday at the Kragen O’Reilly NHRA Winternationals. [1]

First is the five point safety harness that all vehicles must have, which holds the driver secure in the seat, and is equipped with a quick release latch which can be released in less than a second should the driver need to leave the car due to fire or explosions. [...] Another NASCAR transplant, which was brought into use after the death of Roberts, was the fuel cell. [...] The classes contested at NHRA Divisional races include Snowmobile, Motorcycle Classes, Super Street, Super Gas, Stock Eliminator, Super Stock, Competition Eliminator, Super Comp, Top Sportsman, Top Dragster, Top Alcohol Funny Car and Top Alcohol Dragster. [2]

The 2011 schedule will be out VERY soon. [3]

SPEED Note: Final SPA Fan Vote Categories Open Today Fan voting opened today for the final three categories in the 5th Annual SPEED Performance Awards. [4]

“This is a great race for us to come on strong. [1]

NHRA: Qualifications Rained Out In Pomona Persistent rain showers forced NHRA officials to cancel Friday’s racing at the Kragen O’Reilly Auto Parts NHRA Winternationals at Auto Club Raceway at Pomona. [4]

The “Nationals”, which now comprise 24 events each year, are the premier events in drag racing that bring together the best cars and drivers from across North America. [...] The tires are not allowed to be inflated under 7 pounds per square inch (48 kPa) for any race at any time. [2]

John Grow Here’s to “Big” Jim Cunninghams Pro Stock team going some rounds today at the Winternationals!!!!!! [3]

NHRA: Enders Leads Pro Stock At Pomona New faces in new places made a big impression at the opening day of the Kragen O'Reilly Auto Parts Winternationals at historic Auto Club Raceway on Thursday. [4]

All logos and images are reserved. [5]

These systems are directed onto the engine itself and are activated instantly when the engine catches fire, reducing the chance for the car to completely catch fire and endanger the driver. [2]

SPEED NOTE: SPEED Opens Fan Voting On Three More Awards Fan voting opened today for three more categories for the 5th Annual SPEED Performance Awards. [4]

Sources:
[1] National Hot Rod Association (NHRA)
[2] National Hot Rod Association - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
[3] NHRA Unleashed
[4] AUTO RACING - The Motor Sports Authority - Auto Racing …
[5] NHRA Southeast Division web site

Furniture Row Companies is a group of specialty home furnishings, mattress and linens stores with headquarters in Denver, Colorado, USA, and stores in 31 states. [1]

When it comes to furniture stores, few companies are quite as expansive as Furniture Row. [...] With a slew of franchises under the company’s wing, including Sofa Mart, Oak Express, Denver Mattress, and Bedroom Expressions, the company has a nice custom selection of furniture options available for you to choose from. [2]

PHOENIX (Feb. 26, 2011) — Regan Smith’s qualifying lap Saturday resulted in the fifth-starting position for Sunday’s Sprint Cup race at Phoenix International Raceway. [...] Located in beautiful Denver, CO we’re considered unique in the NASCAR Sprint Cup as the only team headquartered west of the Mississippi. [3]

The company comprises five specialty furniture store brands including: Oak Express, Sofa Mart, Bedroom Expressions, Denver Mattress Company and Furniture Row Outlets. [...] The company is among the “Top 15″ national furniture retailers and is the nation’s largest cash buyer of home furnishings. [1]

Amazon and the Amazon logo are trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. [4]

This United States retail business article is a stub. [1]

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla (Feb. 17, 2011) ‘ Regan Smith knew when he saw Kurt Busch in his rear-view mirror that Thursday was going to be a good day at Daytona International Speedway. [5]

Furniture Row’s growth was originally fueled by its first major store brand Big Sur Waterbeds. [1]

As NASCAR racers, the company is a long ways away from being one of the top racers, but give them time and they’ll turn their racing game into something to compare with their furniture stores. [2]

– Regan Smith’s first Budweiser Shootout ended early as the Furniture Row Racing driver got collected in a multicar accident on Lap 29 of 75 at Daytona International Speedway. [5]

We focus on providing a shopping experience that is tailored to your needs. [3]

Primary sources or sources affiliated with the subject are generally not sufficient for a Wikipedia article. [1]

Sources:
[1] Furniture Row - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
[2] Furniture Row - Furniture Row Deals - Great prices at all …
[3] Furniture Row Racing - Denver Colorado NASCAR #78
[4] Furniture Row - Discount & Bargain Furniture
[5] Furniture Row Racing - #78 News

Rumors have been swirling fast and furiously since Sunday, February 8, 2009 when Chris Brown and his girlfriend Rihanna were MIA at the Grammy Awards due to a reported fight. [1]

Chris Brown May Have To Perform Community Service. [2]

Looks like all of Milli-Blonde’s hair has fallen out. [3]

Get the Recently Added Hairstyles widget and many other great free widgets at Widgetbox ! [1]

Chris Brown appeared in court Tuesday (Feb 22) in downtown, LA where the judge lifted the restraining order prohibiting him from going near or having any contact with Rihanna. [4]

We’re told The Dream serenaded Christina in front of the the packed club. [3]

Get Jokes and Videos in Your InBox! [...] Congrats to DailyComedy.com’s Bix Brillo, Gary B., and Cara Tramontano for having their Toyota jokes (along with jokes by Letterman, Leno and Colbert) featured in USA Today ! [2]

Just in time for the new FAME album era! [4]

The two threw an impromptu pool party and even had a push up contest that Mario won. [3]

According to various reports, many from reputable sources, a fight occurred between Chris Brown and an unidentified female, later determined to be Rihanna. [1]

If you haven’t left Miami yet Mario, please call!!!! [...] I hope all the folks hanging out with him will be there to support him when his album flops. [3]

You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0 feed. [...] The physical altercation occurred in the wee hours of the Sunday, February 08, after the famous celebrity couple left the Clive Davis Pre-Grammy Gala held by Clive Davis. [1]

Sources:
[1] Chris Brown Rumours And Statement | HairBoutique.com Blog
[2] DailyComedy.com | Hot Topic - Chris Brown 53 Jokes Fresh …
[3] Mario & Chris Brown Kick It Poolside Mili-Blonde & The Dream …
[4] THECHRISBROWNBLOG.COM | ALL CHRIS BROWN EVERYTHING.