Announcers urged to temper fan crushes during NFL games
A reader criticizes CBS and NBC broadcasts for excessive adoration of players. They cite Gus Johnson over Quinn Gray and Brett Favre, calling for perspective and asking announcers to drop celebrity infatuation and avoid Streisand references on air.
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Owens fades in Dallas playoff letdown
Tim Cowlishaw surveys Terrell Owens in Dallas amid a postseason dud against Seattle. Owens, held to 26 receiving yards on two catches, had little impact as the Cowboys pivot to evaluating options, including cutting Owens to ease cap costs and rebuild the receiving corps.
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Hunter earns last-minute NFL playoff fill-in chance
Pete Hunter, a 26 year old cornerback, finally got a call from the Seattle Seahawks after 16 weeks of hope. He joined a decimated secondary and contributed three tackles two assists and a fumble recovery in Seattle s 21 20 win over Dallas. He knocked down Terrell Owens on a final Hail Mary attempt capping a remarkable comeback from long odds.
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Lakers edge Mavericks to halt 13-game win streak
The Lakers beat Dallas 101 98 as Sasha Vujacic sank four fourth quarter threes and Luke Walton starred with 19 points and 270 degree spin move. Kobe Bryant added 14 of his 26 in the fourth, aiding Phil Jackson toward a possible 900th win.
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