Brady and Manning Face Final Chapter in AFC Showdown
The 17th Brady versus Manning clash looms as New England visits Denver for the AFC championship. Brady, 38, seeks a seventh Super Bowl bid and a fifth ring while Manning, close to 40, aims to add to his Lombardi haul amid a twilight season. The rivals have split 16 prior meetings with 11 Brady wins including 2 playoff wins, and this game marks a culminating chapter in a historic quarterback rivalry.
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Panthers rely on Stewart's rugged pace as he returns
Panthers running back Jonathan Stewart, coming off a foot injury, averaged nearly 19 carries a game this season and returns with fresh legs. Cardinals tackle Calais Campbell lauds Stewart as an All-Pro level back, while coach Bruce Arians pushes for better efficiency and a stronger run game.
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Navy star Keenan Reynolds shifts to running back and returner
Navy quarterback Keenan Reynolds, a record-setting dual threat, moves to running back and kick returner for the East-West Shrine Game at Tropicana Field to show versatility. He aims to add weight and improve receiving, under coach Troy Brown, while balancing Naval commitment and NFL interest.
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96 players enter NFL Draft early
Derrick Henry and Ohio State stars Joey Bosa and Ezekiel Elliott lead 96 early entrants for the NFL draft. The list also includes 11 graduates with remaining eligibility, like Roberto Aguayo. Clemson and Notre Dame place multiple players on the 107 names, with standout Shaq Lawson and Jaylon Smith among first‑round possibilities. Alabama teammates Henry and AShawn Robinson join the pool as non seniors.
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Elway crafts a Broncos team built on grit and balance
John Elway reshapes the Broncos by replacing coach John Fox with Gary Kubiak and embracing a run game and ball control. Wade Phillips adds a stiffer defense as Denver aims to finish strong in the AFC title chase. The 2015 squad emphasizes clutch play and a “Plan B” beyond Peyton Manning’s arm.
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Patriots at Broncos Clash in Mile High Showdown
New England Patriots and Denver Broncos meet at Sports Authority Field in Denver with identical 13-4 records. Kickoff at 3:05 p.m. local time televised on CBS.
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