Unbeaten Panthers face flux amid injuries and fines
The Carolina Panthers seek a Sunday start as quarterback Cam Newton's dispute with the NFL Referees Association looms. New defensive end Jared Allen practiced after Charles Johnson hit injured reserve, while Luke Kuechly remains in concussion protocol and Colin Cole was released for Ryan De Laire.
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Panthers Add Jared Allen In Defensive Shakeup For Tampa Clash
Panthers bolster defense with Jared Allen as Charles Johnson lands on IR and Luke Kuechly remains in concussion protocol. Rivera temperates optimism while Lovie Smith jokes about the arrival as Carolina eyes a strong performance at Raymond James Stadium.
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Reeling Ravens face regrouping Vick in Steelers clash
The Ravens trail 0-3 and sustain injury hits as Michael Vick takes over for the Steelers with Ben Roethlisberger sidelined. Pittsburgh hosts Baltimore at Heinz Field in a case of two teams fighting for relevance in a bruising AFC North matchup.
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Falcons coach Quinn's passion inspires players
Falcons players praise head coach Dan Quinn for high energy and contagious enthusiasm. Matt Ryan notes Quinn loves the game and motivates the team, while Worrilow and Ryan describe his excitement as infectious and leadership that pushes everyone toward winning.
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Thrilla in Manila remembered in boxing lore
The 1975 Ali Frazier bout at Araneta Coliseum in Manila remains a defining clash. In brutal heat 28,000 watched as Frazier pressed, Ali answered with power, two legends facing near defeat and ending a famed trilogy. Kilroy and Marcos attended as Be linda’s domestic storm unfolded.
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Ali Frazier fight’s lasting toll echoed in memorials
Retired AP writer Ed Schuyler Jr. recalls the Manila bout where Ali and Frazier exchanged brutal blows. Frazier stopped after round 14 as Ali collapsed on his stool. both fighters' prices were steep, and their rivalry lingered after death with a Philadelphia statue and a wreath at Frazier’s grave.
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Tony Stewart retires from NASCAR racing after 2014 season
Tony Stewart announces retirement from NASCAR citing waning passion amid new rules package. He sits 25th in points and failed to qualify for the Chase for the Sprint Cup for the third straight year. Eddie Gossage and Kevin Harvick react, noting his impact and future as a team owner and Hall of Fame candidate.
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