UTEP hires Price after long college career rebound
Mike Price lands as UTEP football coach after a public stumble and libel suit clouding past jobs. Board and president say he earned a restart, citing 22 seasons as head coach, five first round NFL draftees, and rebuilding potential at a down program.
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Tangerine Bowl poised for NC State and Kansas clash
NC State coach Chuck Amato stews over late-season losses as the Wolfpack (7-5) meet Kansas (6-6) in the Tangerine Bowl at Florida Citrus Bowl Stadium. QB Phillip Rivers leads NC State with 29 TDs, 4,016 passing yards, and a 71 percent completion rate, while Kansas quarterback Bill Whittemore aims to spark a return to bowls.
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Broncos Clinch Playoff Push With 31 17 Win Over Colts
Denver rode Quentin Griffin 136 rushing yards and Mike Anderson's power runs plus Jake Plummer's two rushing scores to overpower Indianapolis 31 17. Portis watched sidelined as Denver extended its winning streak while the Colts lost ground in the AFC South with Peyton Manning passing for 4 000 yards for a fifth straight season.
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Nevada pulls off upset of No. 6 Kansas at Holiday Classic
Nevada Wolf Pack, led by Kirk Snyder with 29 points and nine rebounds, upset Kansas 75 to 61 at Reno. The Wolf Pack sank 19 of 21 free throws in the final 10 minutes as 10,983 fans watched, with Weskan native Todd Okeson scoring 12 and Kevinn Pinkney adding 10.
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Chiefs seek momentum as late-season defense falters
Kansas City, 12 3, held AFC West title by a strong start but recent road losses raise doubts about postseason success. Opponents average 38 points and 474.6 total yards per game in the last three road losses, including a 45 20 defeat at Minnesota. Priest Holmes says momentum is crucial as the Chiefs chase home field.
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Chiefs Vanquished by Vikings in Locker Room Fracas
After a 45 20 defeat in Minneapolis the Chiefs failed to meet expectations and frustration erupted in the locker room. Defensive lineman Ryan Sims and Eric Hicks argued in the showers while reporters were kept outside by team officials. Quarterback Trent Green said players were frustrated and expected a stronger showing.
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