Packers Favored Big in Super Bowl Bets on Strip
Las Vegas bettors push Green Bay to 13 point favorites over Denver after conference title games with the NFC the clear betting favorite. Experts note the line often overrules form as Packers money dominates, with Denver drawing support later. Officials cite record betting potential and strong fan support.
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Tearful Morris begins sentence in Texas court
Bam Morris, a former Baltimore Ravens running back, started a 120 day jail term for probation violations tied to a 1996 marijuana conviction. He admitted missing seven probation meetings since 1996 deferred adjudication, denied two allegations, and accepted four months instead of up to ten years. Judge Sue Pirtle warned of prison on any new violation.
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Indianapolis hires Mora for second chance as Colts coach
Former New Orleans coach Jim Mora returns to the sideline with the Colts and eyes Peyton Manning as a top draft option. Mora calls his comeback a second chance after resigning in 1996 and spending a season in television.
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Buffalo Bills to discuss Doug Flutie comeback
Buffalo Bills general manager John Butler planned talks with Doug Flutie’s agent in the coming days to explore another NFL chance for the 1984 Heisman winner. Team officials cited quarterback needs though no deal was imminent, with Flutie eyeing a return after stints in CFL and USFL.
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Green Bay Favre Faces Elway in AFC Title Showdown
Green Bay favored over Denver as AFC skid looms at 13 straight title losses. Favre leads a strong Packers defense and offense against a Broncos team praised for depth and size, yet susceptible to the run. Analysts note oddsmakers inflate lines to attract bets.
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Switzer’s lips sink Jones ship in Dallas coaching scramble
Irving Texas Leaks reveal Cowboy owner Jerry Jones pursues a cloaked coaching search. Barry Switzer dismisses George Seifert while Mike Shanahan backs Gary Kubiak, whose Broncos offense led the league. Jones vows no details until his official announcement next month.
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