Bears at Cardinals set to test layoff heat and rookie rush
NFL preview highlights Bears 5 1 ride after break facing Arizona defense and rookie RB Johnson leading the Cards. Cardinal defense, Rosenbach youth, and Harbaugh contrast with Bears momentum and Neal Anderson with eight TDs atop the league.
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Bengals Falcons Showdown With High Scoring Hopes
The Bengals visit the Falcons as both offenses face leaky pass defenses. Atlanta allows 318.5 yards per game with 19 TDs through the air, while Cincinnati yields 274.4 yards and 14 aerial TDs per contest. Coaches Wyche and Glanville clash history adds tension to a tossup battle.
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Redskins DE Manley seeks lift of lifetime ban
Dexter Manley has applied to NFL Commissioner Paul Tagliabue to reinstate him after a cocaine ban. His attorney says Manley is hopeful for compassion, while Redskins officials remain reluctant to welcome him back if reinstated.
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Montana Career Threatened By Blitzing Edge
Montana has faced heavy hits as defenses blitz San Francisco, with Holmgren noting the plan to reduce big plays. The 49ers adapt by using a flexible blitz package to counter teams, while Atlanta and Pittsburgh tests show how to slow their offense. Meanwhile Jay Schroeder thrives as the Raiders rise to 6-1 after White and Shell shift focus to refine fundamentals and reduce interceptions.
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