Article: Wisconsin's Dayne closes in on record, Heisman

Zach Maul
University Wire
11-09-1999
(The Daily Cardinal) (U-WIRE) MADISON, Wisc. -- University of Wisconsin's Ron Dayne is usually a man of few words.

Perhaps that's why a smiling, joking Dayne was so much of a treat for reporters at Monday's press conference.

"No, it's not a surprise," Dayne said of his eminent rushing record. "I planned it all."

With 99 yards and a less-than-stingy Iowa team left between Dayne and the NCAA's career rushing title (and a very-probable Heisman Trophy), the generally stoic Dayne was confident in commenting on his current situation.

After a slight pause and a round of reporters' laughs, Dayne returned to his more familiar, politically correct self.

"Yeah, ...

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