NFC playoff picture clarifies as late-season surge reshapes bids
As the NFL nears week 16 the NFC playoff field tightens with San Francisco Dallas and Minnesota atop. Green Bay and Washington vie for one of the remaining spots while Philadelphia and the Redskins eye potential byes and home-field edge. In the AFC Buffalo Pittsburgh Houston Kansas City Miami San Diego Denver remain contenders amid late-season twists and quarterback shifts.
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Saints grind to victory over Dolphins in New Orleans
New Orleans extended their winning ways with a 24-13 victory over Miami behind a stifling defense that shut down the run and pressured Dan Marino. The Saints improved to 9-3 and sit one game behind San Francisco in the NFC West, while Miami slipped to 8-4 as they struggled to run and stayed largely one dimensional with most plays through the air.
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Byrd Advances Guarded Optimism After Neck Injury
New York Jets defensive lineman Dennis Byrd remains paralyzed below the neck after a Sunday collision. Doctors at Lenox Hill Hospital report guarded optimism, noting some leg and finger movement, no constant spinal cord pressure, and progress with steroids and halo vest support. Surgeons plan neck surgery midweek with metal plates and bone grafts, while rehab could begin in one to two weeks. Byrd’s attitude and family support remain strong.
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49ers hunt for strong finish and top NFC position
San Francisco 49ers, already clinching a playoff berth, aim to secure home field by finishing the season strong. Coach George Seifert and players like Steve Young stress not easing up as they host Miami, then visit Minnesota before home games with Tampa Bay and Detroit.
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Wounded Colts rally for OT win despite injuries
Indianapolis, AP — Coach Ted Marchibroda noted frequent lineup shuffles as several key players were sidelined or limited in Sundays 16-13 overtime victory over Buffalo. Dean Biasucci drilled a 40-yard OT field goal to end a four game skid as Jack Trudeau earned another start with Jeff George injured.
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MacPherson Visits Patriots Hopes Quick Sideline Return
New England coach Dick MacPherson, 62, visited the Patriots after intestinal surgery for diverticulitis. He hopes to return to the sideline soon, though doctors forbid play this week. Acting coach Dante Scarecchia said the team is glad to see him but wants him healthy first.
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