Texans rookie Ryans wins AP Defensive Rookie of the Year
Houston Texans linebacker DeMeco Ryans was named the 2006 AP Defensive Rookie of the Year, edging Mario Williams and other nominees. Ryans led the league with 126 solo tackles and 156 total, becoming the Texans’ first winner of the honor.
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Vince Young Named Offensive Rookie of the Year
New York AP reports Vince Young of the Tennessee Titans won the Offensive Rookie of the Year Award. He led a rallying season from 0-5 to 8-8, became the first rookie quarterback with over 500 rushing yards in the Super Bowl era, and emphasized his intent to change how the quarterback position is played.
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Parcells weighs future with Cowboys after season
Dallas coach Bill Parcells refrains from confirming return next season despite mutual understanding with owner Jerry Jones. Parcells, 65, faces questions about finishing his contract as the Cowboys prepare for a wild-card game at Seattle after finishing 9-7 and missing the playoffs last year.
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McGrady fuels Rockets past Sonics with 31 points
Tracy McGrady scored 31 as the Houston Rockets beat the Seattle SuperSonics 103-96, extending Houston’s win streak to four. Juwan Howard added 18, Dikembe Mutombo 14 rebounds, and Houston outrebounded Seattle 41-32 while improving to 6-0 at home when reaching 100 points. Ray Allen led Seattle with 32.
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Tyson Charged With Drug Possession DUI in Scottsdale
Former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson faces two felony drug counts and two DUI misdemeanors after police found cocaine in his back pocket and in a cigarette package following a nightclub stop in Scottsdale. Prosecutor seeks prison terms up to 7 1/2 years.
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Tulane shines in DoubleTree Classic opener as Jackson scores
Crosby grad Tia Jackson aided Tulane University in a 78-44 win over Fordham in the DoubleTree Classic. Jackson totaled four points, two rebounds and two assists in five games this season as Tulane sits 11-3 and 0-1 in Conference USA. Indiana University sees Mike White post 26 points across 13 games with 22 rebounds and five steals as the Hoosiers stand 9-4 overall.
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Baylor Bears Beat Centenary 76 63 In Big 12 Action
Baylor University Bears improved to 10 3 with a 76 63 win over Centenary College of Louisiana. Dayton grad Henry Dugat scored three points to aid the victory as Baylor moves forward in the Big 12 race. A future College Reports note previews four senior athletes ending careers this fall including Drew Tate Justin Laird Chris Thompson Frank Wilson and Ashley Monteau.
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Rebels Roll Past Blaze In Conference Win On Road
Lee Rebels defeated the Blaze 71 53 as Chris Patterson hit two late three pointers to seal the victory. Grismore scored 19 and Patterson 16 while Rashad Woods added nine. Lee travels to Kilgore College for a 7 p.m. Saturday conference game.
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Langlois Highlights Strong Midfield For Lee Lady Ganders
Langlois states the strength lies in the midfield with a ball holding midfielder not seen last year. Nina Vaagen, Trish Ball, Kim Ortiz, and Michelle Mouton form the core, while Christine Garcia, Amanda Graham, Priscilla Villareal, Ninfa Castro, Alma Magana, and Ashley Riley fill back and goalkeeping roles. The team is young but poised to improve as the season progresses.
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