Oilers and Bengals Seek Repeat Playoff Edge
Cincinnati aims to repeat its 40 20 win as James Brooks eyes another big day after a club record 201 yards. Cody Carlson led Houston to a 34 14 wild card win over Pittsburgh, with three touchdown passes. The teams meet at Riverfront Stadium in a first round clash.
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Bears Saints clash weathered hopes and nerves in playoff
Chicago Bears defensive tackle Dan Hampton warned squeamish fans to stay away as the Bears meet the New Orleans Saints in a bone grinding playoff battle. Both teams rely on hard hitting defense and strong running attacks with Neal Anderson and Brad Muster for Chicago and Heyward and Mayes for New Orleans. The game hinges on quarterback play with Mike Tomczak facing pressure and Steve Walsh under scrutiny, while weather gives the Bears a distinct edge over outdoor Saints play.
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Defensive rookies vie for playoffs headline star power
Four No 1 defensive picks could swing playoff results as rookies like Chicago's Mark Carrier Cincinnati's James Francis New Orleans Renaldo Turnbull and Houston's Lamar Lathon start Sunday. Lathon's timely fumble sparked Houston's offense and analysts weigh future impact.
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