Tex Schramm, Cowboys innovator, dies at 83
Tex Schramm, called the ultimate football man and pivotal in shaping the NFL, died at his Dallas home at age 83. He helped build the Cowboys into America's Team, championed instant replay and the play clock, and influenced the AFL-NFL merger and the league’s growth.
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Armstrong Maintains Tour Lead Amid Protest Delay
In sweltering Marseille conditions the Tour de France leaders stayed together as Lance Armstrong remained in yellow after a protest blocked the peloton. Jakob Piil won the 10th stage finishing ahead of Bram de Groot and Fabio Sacchi, with Vinokourov and Mayo close in the overall standings.
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Simpson Drops NASCAR Defamation Suit
Safety maker Bill Simpson ended an 8.5 million defamation lawsuit against NASCAR accusing them of blaming his seat belt for Dale Earnhardt's death. The case, filed in Indianapolis, was to go to trial in September but was settled with a joint statement urging racing to focus on safety. Simpson sought an apology, not cash, from NASCAR.
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Jones weighs two potential foes for Roy Jones Jr
Roy Jones Jr may fight Tyson or Lewis this year but no deal has been signed. Adviser Brad Jacobs said direct talks are ongoing with both Tyson and Lewis and denied reports of a November 8 Nairobi bout with Tyson as likely opponent.
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