Redskins bring back Wuerffel as backup QB in depth move
The Washington Redskins re sign Danny Wuerffel as backup quarterback, releasing Brad Banks to clear room and reinforcing Steve Spurrier's depth. Rob Johnson's rough practice opens a path for Wuerffel to contend with Johnson for the No 2 spot while Gibran Hamdan drops to fourth and may join the practice squad.
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Favre Aims for Short Play in Hall of Fame Game
Brett Favre, a three time NFL MVP, is expected to play fewer than 15 snaps as the Packers open the exhibition season against the Kansas City Chiefs in the Hall of Fame game in Canton Ohio. The matchup caps a weekend of festivities surrounding Sunday's induction.
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Tyson Files Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Amid Spending Storm
Mike Tyson, former heavyweight champion, files for Chapter 11 protection in U S Bankruptcy Court, citing disarray in finances after wasting about 300 million from ring earnings. Tyson and handlers blame mismanagement by others, including Don King, as he faces a 100 million lawsuit headed to trial in September.
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Television Hall of Fame Game Packers and Chiefs
The Green Bay Packers face the Kansas City Chiefs in the Hall of Fame Game at 7 p.m. on KCRG. Additional listings are provided by 50 Gazette staff and wire reports.
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Solon softball rises to power after transfer drama
Sophomore Quinn Morelock considered transferring to Iowa City High to join a volleyball program. Instead Solon High School’s softball team surged this season, tying the school record with 41 wins and defeating defending state champion Clear Creek Amana 2-0 in the Class 2A regional final at Cedar Rapids Jefferson, ending the Clippers’ bid for an eighth title.
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Solon Battles Spirit Lake in 2A State Quarterfinal
Seventh ranked Solon 41 8 faces No 3 Spirit Lake 41 8 in a 2A state quarterfinal at the Rogers Sports Complex near Fort Dodge. Game time 7 30 tonight. Solon softball finish page 6.
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Harvick tops Brickyard 400 in eventful celebration
Kevin Harvick won the Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis, celebrating by tearing a tire and removing a fender, kissing the bricks with team owner Richard Childress, and climbing the fence in a new speedway tradition. A crewman was injured when photographer Joe Krupa was knocked down by a tire and Dale Jarrett spun into the pit area. Harvick dominated the final 10 laps for the biggest win of his NASCAR career.
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Harvick Wins at Brickyard In Dramatic NASCAR Finish
Kevin Harvick surged to victory in a 160 lap Brickyard race after a late restart chaos. He led by about 2.7 seconds over Matt Kenseth with Kenseth passing Jamie McMurray for second on lap 157 as Gordon faded. Harvick averaged 134.554 mph and celebrated a dominant, nerve jangling win.
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Kernels edge LumberKings in ninth inning thriller
Cedar Rapids stays within two games of the Western Division playoff spot after a 7-6 win over Clinton at Memorial Stadium. Ozzy Lugo earns the save as Cedar Rapids’ bullpen preserves the comeback from a 7-0 lead in front of 3,528 fans.
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Kernels vs LumberKings Tonight at Memorial Stadium
Cedar Rapids hosts Clinton in game three of a four game series at Memorial Stadium with 7 p.m. start. Copyworks photo night offers a free team photo to the first 2,000 fans, gates open at 6. Tickets from 4 to 7 dollars. two for Tuesday drinks.
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