Pittsburgh Defends Poorly as Arizona Surges Scoring
Inside the numbers Pittsburgh's defense yielded big plays to Arizona's passing attack. A 100-yard interception return in the first half and a late touchdown helped the Steelers stay competitive in a high scoring game.
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Steelers Clinch Super Bowl Glory In Gutsy Final Drive
In Tampa Ben Roethlisberger lofted a late, improv pass to Santonio Holmes for a six yard TD with 35 seconds left as the Steelers beat the Cardinals 27 23 in a game hailed as a classic. Holmes snagged the pass despite tight coverage and a near-footing misstep.
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Sponsors stand by Phelps amid marijuana photo stir
Sponsors including Speedo and Omega back Michael Phelps for now after his public apology for being seen inhaling from a marijuana pipe. Experts warn repeated missteps could jeopardize endorsements, though some firms remain silent as the incident fades.
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Milestones halted in Oklahoma Sooners win over Tennessee
No. 2 Oklahoma beat 12th ranked Tennessee 80-70 for its 15th straight win. Courtney Paris saw her 112 game double double streak end as Pat Summitt’s 1,000th win wait continued after the Lady Vols loss. Whitney Hand tied her career high with 20 points as Paris fouled out with 38.2 seconds left.
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Johnson earns second consecutive PBC Player of the Week for USC Aiken
USC Aiken senior Morgan Johnson repeated as Peach Belt Conference Player of the Week after posting a string of strong performances. She averaged 14 of 20 field goals, 8 points and 10 rebounds, adding five blocks and career high 23 points in a win over Armstrong Atlantic State. Johnson remains among top rebounders and scorers in the league while closing in on the school fielding record.
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