Packers and Steelers arrive in Dallas for busy week
The Packers and Steelers landed in Dallas ahead of a high profile week as fans chanted Go Pack Go. Clay Matthews, runner up for Defensive Player of the Year, embraced the hometown vibe while warning the team to stay focused on winning and handling media and new surroundings.
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Packers and Steelers Echo Classic Draft Philosophy in SB Lineups
Arlington Texas AP NFL executives stress drafting and free agency to build teams. The Packers and Steelers show 16 of 22 starters are home grown, with four other signings from the open market. Cornerback Charles Woodson and linebacker James Farrior, both captains, joined for limited offers after widespread initial rejection.
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Texas Dominates Aggies In Big 12 Showdown
Texas improved to 7-0 in Big 12 play and handed Texas A&M a tough night as Khris Middleton was held scoreless. Hamilton anchored defense and made a crucial hook shot to push the lead, while A&M struggled with 31 percent shooting and a near miss dunk by Kourtney Roberson.
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Nuggets Anthony unsure of future amid Nets trade talks
Carmelo Anthony spoke of uncertainty about his NBA future after Nets owner Mikhail Prokhorov pulled the Nets from talks with Denver. Anthony denied signing an extension would have been required for a deal and said he has not spoken recently with Denver executives as the Feb. 24 trade deadline looms.
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Three Big East rookies near halfway point in tough league
New York area Big East rookies Steve Lavin Mike Rice and Kevin Willard reach midseason aiming to lift St. Johns Seton Hall and Rutgers in a conference tied record with nine Top 25 teams. Lavin notes the league may be history level strong with 11 teams imagined in the NCAA field.
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Polamalu Named NFLs Top Defensive Player of 2010
Troy Polamalu won the AP Defensive Player of the Year with 17 of 50 votes, edging Clay Matthews by two. The Steelers safety, key in a late-season Baltimore win, leads Pittsburgh toward a third Super Bowl in six seasons, while Matthews competes for Green Bay. Team focus cited by Polamalu and praise from James Harrison and Santonio Holmes.
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