Broncos fall to Chiefs in costly loss after punt return
Denver dominated yards 469 to 261 and backfield power with Clinton Portis but penalties and a 93 yard punt return by Dante Hall doomed the Broncos in a 24 to 23 setback. Coach Mike Shanahan called the result unacceptable despite strong attempts.
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US women’s World Cup run ends with semifinal loss to Germany
The United States bowed 3 0 to Germany in the semifinals in Portland ending a dominant World Cup run. Mia Hamm Julie Foudy Kristine Lilly and Joy Fawcett face retirement plans after Athens Olympics amid fading hopes for a repeat title. Coach April Heinrichs spoke of recovery and time off as key.
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Cubs and Marlins meet in unlikely NLCS twist
Florida manager Jack McKeon once doubted a Cubs playoff run after Kerry Wood’s July gem. Now the Marlins face Sammy Sosa and Chicago at Wrigley in the NL championship series as Dusty Baker notes baseball’s countrywide appeal. Beckett starts opener against Zambrano as both clubs defy early-season expectations.
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Big 12 emerges as quarterback haven in passing frenzy
A surge of strong-armed quarterbacks makes the Big 12 resemble a West Coast passing league. B J Symons of Texas Tech leads in yardage and TDs, with Oklahoma’s Jason White, Kansas’ Bill Whittemore, Missouri’s Brad Smith, and Kansas State’s Eli Roberson all shining. Nebraska and Texas also contribute, while coaches note the dramatic shift in the conference’s balance of power.
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Hall Returns 93-Yard Punt for Chiefs Says Clip Call Possible
Dante Hall produced a 93 yard punt return to lift Kansas City over Denver 24-23 as officials discussed a potential clipping penalty. Dick Vermeil and Mike Shanahan commented on the play's legality while Hall set an NFL record with his fourth return TD in four games.
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