Rams coach Martz plays it safe in costly loss
In Tampa, St. Louis failed to clinch a postseason spot as Mike Martz opted for run plays and a punt in the final minutes. The defense, Kevin Carter contract issues, and a sluggish secondary loomed as the Rams collapse left them needing help to reach the playoffs. Jim Litke notes the aftermath and Martz’s postponed fixes.
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Nelson sparks Garden City comeback to place third
Garden City Buffaloes, 3-3, trailed Kearney 27-22 at halftime before Chris Nelson and Aaron Tiffany lift the team. Nelson scored 12 points, Tiffany 13, as Garden City used an 11-2 fourth-quarter run to pull away 55-47. Coach Jeff Tanner credited better defense and rebounding for the rally.
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Jackrabbits jolt young Bulldogs in 65-41 win
Greeley County uses lockdown defense and hot outside shooting to beat Syracuse 65-41. The No. 1 Telegram area team hit 9 of 16 from three, forced 26 turnovers, building a 39-18 halftime edge behind Stewart 20 points and Peter 17.
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Carruth lawyers seek co-defendant confession evidence
In Charlotte, Rae Carruth's lawyers urged a judge to admit a jail house confession by co-defendant Van Brett Watkins as evidence in the murder trial. Watkins said he shot Cherica Adams after she gestured at him during a failed drug deal. Prosecutors say Carruth paid him to kill Adams, eight months pregnant, to avoid child support. Watkins pleaded guilty and agreed to testify but was not called. The judge postponed ruling pending a voir dire hearing with Watkins present.
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Chiefs muddle through rollercoaster season with Falcons looming
Kansas City, mired in an up and down 1996 campaign, beat Denver and St. Louis but lost to San Francisco and New England. Entering the Atlanta finale, an 8-8 finish is possible after Elvis Grbac missed the San Diego game with a backup unable to seal a win. Grbac returned against New England but failed in a late drive.
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Greeley County Girls Beat Bulldogs Extend Streak Losses
The Greeley County Lady Jackrabbits defeated Syracuse 51 45 to push the Lady Bulldogs’ skid to three games after a 5 0 start. Coach Stan Shafer praised effort as Greeley County outshot and out hustled the hosts, who had been ranked No 3 in the Telegram area poll.
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