Rice Considers Retirement After Broncos Stay Cut
Broncos wideout Jerry Rice pondered retirement after coach Mike Shanahan told him he would not be their No 3 receiver. Rice, 42, wanted to finish no lower than third option and could decide today while in San Francisco. He joined Denver to chase a 21st NFL season but has battled a lingering foot injury and caught four preseason passes.
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Kyle Busch wins first Nextel Cup in overtime at Fontana
Kyle Busch captures his inaugural Nextel Cup victory in a 254 lap Fontana race that went to overtime. Greg Biffle finishes second as the Chase contenders tighten with Kenseth and Edwards climbing in the points. Busch led 95 laps for Hendrick Motorsports while sun glare alters sightlines entering turn three.
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Venus, Serena Williams clash at U S Open in tense quarterfinals
Venus Williams outlasted Serena 7 6 6 2 to reach the quarterfinals at the U S Open. The sisters split their Grand Slam meetings this year with Serena losing in tears while Venus kept emotions in check. Lyndrea Williams watched as tension rose between the siblings.
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Clemson kicker Dean delivers last second win over Texas A&M
Jad Dean drilled a 42 yard field goal with 2 seconds left to give Clemson a 25 24 victory over No 17 Texas A M. He finished 6 for 6 on field goals including 21 21 25 18 and 44 yarders. Coach Bowden tempered expectations while a low snap nearly doomed the attempt.
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Yellow Jackets end Auburn run with upset on the road
Georgia Tech shocks 16th ranked Auburn 23 to 14 as coach Chan Gailey says the win was no surprise. Tech has beaten five ranked foes under Gailey with four road victories, showing a calm, businesslike approach after the upset.
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Griffey Ties Mantle as Reds Rally to Top Braves
Ken Griffey Jr 536th homer ties Mickey Mantle for 12th on the all time list as Cincinnati beats Atlanta 8 3. Jason LaRues pinch hit grand slam sparks a 12th inning rally while Griffey left with a sprained right foot and is day to day.
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