Former Oiler Bethea to enter Hall of Fame in Canton
Elvin Bethea will be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio on August 4, joining Marcus Allen, Joe DeLamielleure, James Lofton, and Hank Stram. The former Houston Oilers defensive end, retiring in 1983 after 16 seasons, held Oilers records for 105 career sacks and 691 tackles.
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Texans show depth at tight end led by Joppin
Houston shaping a strong TE corps with rookie Bennie Joppin and veterans Billy Miller Jabari Holloway. Miller rebounded from a 2001 off year, boosting blocking and pass catching potential while Holloway adds mass to support protection. Carr expects better options and playbook expansion with the trio.
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Bryant impresses Parcells with work ethic
Second year Cowboys receiver Antonio Bryant proves his grit after left pinky surgery. Parcells praised his fast return and toughness in front of the team, noting Bryant played through the pain and made several tough catches during Camp Parcells.
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Armstrong Sees Triumph Rooted in Past Crises
Lance Armstrong, fresh from the Champs-Elysees finish, speaks at a news conference for the President's Cancer Panel. He recalls Greg LeMond’s 1986 Tour victory and his own battle with cancer that fueled his five consecutive Tour de France titles, emphasizing how near-death experiences shape persistence.
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Texas prep passing leader sent home from All-Star game
Drew Tate Baytown Lee quarterback and Texas career passing leader was sent home from the Texas High School Coaches Association all star game for breaking a camp rule. THSCA official Maury Salinger declined to reveal the rule broken. Tate was not replaced on the South roster due to timing. Tate ended his four year career with 970 completions in 1,577 attempts for 12,180 yards and 113 touchdowns.
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