Eagles suffer season blows as McNabb and Sheppard go down
Donovan McNabb will undergo sports hernia surgery and miss the rest of the season for the Philadelphia Eagles. All-Pro cornerback Lito Sheppard also faces season-ending surgery after a severe ankle sprain, removing another key member as the team hoped to reach the Super Bowl without Terrell Owens.
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Gates says sprained foot improving for next game
Chargers star tight end Antonio Gates said his sprained right foot feels better after an MRI showed no significant damage. He remained uncertain about playing next Sunday in Washington and noted the injury is being treated day by day.
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Rams face weeks without Bulger due to shoulder bruise
St. Louis Rams quarterback Marc Bulger is likely out a few weeks after an MRI showed no fracture or separation in his throwing shoulder. The injury followed a 38 28 loss to the Cardinals and was described as a bruise with Bulger remaining sore.
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Dolphin defense to miss sparkplug Zach Thomas
Dolphins coach Nick Saban says linebacker Zach Thomas will miss two or more games with a separated right shoulder after the loss at Cleveland. The injury leaves the defense without its leader for an uncertain stretch.
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Vikings edge Packers on Edinger’s late field goal
In Green Bay, Brad Johnson and Mewelde Moore led the Vikings to a 20-17 comeback win. Paul Edinger kicked a 27-yard winner as time expired, keeping Minnesota’s playoff hopes alive after a strong late drive and a defensive score by Devonte Edwards.
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Penn State climbs to third in BCS standings
Penn State rises to No. 3 in the Bowl Championship Series behind USC and Texas after a 10-1 regular season. The Nittany Lions, 31-22 over Michigan State, await potential upsets as USC and Texas chase the Rose Bowl berth. Colorado faces Nebraska, and Miami eyes a drop after losses.
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USC and Texas Maintain Undefeated Streak With One Week Left
Notre Dame must beat Stanford to reach nine wins and become eligible for Fiesta Orange or Sugar bowl selection. USC and Texas remain undefeated as bowl races inch toward final weekend.
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ISU Focuses on KU Not Buffaloes Ahead of Big 12 Clash
Iowa State, 7-3, aims to share the North Division title by beating Kansas at Memorial Stadium in Lawrence after coach Dan McCarney emphasizes controlling what can be controlled. Redshirt freshman Trent Flander was dismissed from the team following a weekend arrest.
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Still Time To Vote In ABC Poll
Fans may vote via wireless text messaging until Wednesday at 10 59 p m Iowa time with the winner announced Thursday during the Pittsburgh West Virginia game. The piece notes leanings toward Hinkel Zemaitis and Smith while listing notable game performances including Penn State and Ohio State.
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Big 12 keeps faith in instant replay amid reviews
Dallas reports quote Big 12 commissioner Kevin Weiberg backing instant replay as generally beneficial after scrutiny over three decisive plays in Texas Tech's 23 21 win over Oklahoma. West Point and Notre Dame renew football series next season at Notre Dame Stadium on November 18 2006 with future games under discussion.
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Navy Accepts Poinsettia Bowl Invitation in San Diego
Navy will play in the inaugural Poinsettia Bowl on December 22 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego. The Midshipmen are likely to face Colorado State, with the Mountain West lineup due to be announced soon. This marks Navy’s third straight bowl appearance, a first in program history.
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