Bears and Vikings clash as NFC Central rivals renew duel
Chicago and Minnesota are tagged as the top NFC Central contenders. Minnesota rolled past Houston 38 7 while Chicago edged Cincinnati 17 14. Coaches Ditka Burns note the need for a high intensity, valiant effort in the Soldier Field test.
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Walker Dickerson go home in Week Two clashes
Eric Dickerson and Herschel Walker, NFL rushing leaders last season, return to familiar stomping grounds in Week Two. Dickerson faces the Rams in Anaheim in his first game against his old team since a 1987 trade to the Colts. Walker plays his first Georgia game as the Cowboys visit the Falcons in Atlanta.
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Dickerson eyes 10,000 yard milestone in rough week
NFL star Dickerson, leading 1988 with 1659 yards, reached 109 yards in a loss to San Francisco to hit 10,000 yards in 91 games, the fewest by any player. He blasted Rams management after a 1987 trade, while teammates Walker and others face struggles as teams prep for key divisional matchups.
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Bears strive to slow Anthony Carter as Vikings click
Ditka warned Chicago must cover wide receiver Anthony Carter better after yet another 7 for 123 game. Wade Wilson threw 218 yards on 16 of 25 with no picks as Keith Millard led Minnesota with three sacks. Ditka praised Minnesota's speed and program, and urged the Bears to stay alert.
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Vikings Bears Showdown Promises High-Scoring Rivalry
Vikings at Bears features Wade Wilson to Anthony Carter and a strong Bears defense led by Dan Hampton. Carter seeks big numbers amid contract tension after seven receptions for 123 yards and a TD. Chicago leans on Tomczak, Neal Anderson, and a stout defensive line led by Keith Millard and Dent, with key injuries noted on both sides.
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