Eggs Belichick forecast for Super Bowl hype and Rams win
San Jose columnist Skip Bayless argues media hype around Belichick is overblown and predicts the Rams will defeat the Patriots 40 17 in the Super Bowl. He casts doubt on New England's chances and lauds St Louis offensive and defensive balance while noting the comfort of the Rams on their artificial surface.
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Toughest test ahead for Patriots Belichick
Bill Belichick, famed for stifling explosive offenses in key games, prepares for Rams in Super Bowl XXXVI. The coach seeks to repeat his defensive mastery after guiding New England to an 8-0 run since a 24-17 loss to the Rams in Foxboro on Nov. 18.
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Faulk stars as Rams stun Eagles to reach Super Bowl
Marshall Faulk rushed 31 times for 159 yards and 1 touchdown helping the St. Louis Rams hold off the Philadelphia Eagles 29-24 in the NFC Championship. Warner threw 3 TDs as the Rams advance to face New England in New Orleans.
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Summerall Steps Aside From Fox Prime NFL Team
Veteran play by play announcer Pat Summerall confirms his retirement from Fox after the Super Bowl marking the end of his long Madden duo. Fox debated a fresh voice like Joe Buck to replace him to attract younger fans while Summerall may pursue roles at CBS or other networks.
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Chicago Tribune
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Reader Critiques Hawkeyes Team Attitude and Depth
Elizabeth Brown of Iowa City vents in The Gazette Open Forum about the Iowa Hawkeyes basketball season. She questions reliance on the stars Luke Becker and Reggie Evans and calls for more teamwork and younger players to earn real minutes.
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