Alabama Keeps Saban With A Good Lariat Rope
Rumors swirl as Alabama faces pressure over Nick Saban with big money talks and fan interest centered on whether he will stay. Independence Bowl weekend drew Oklahoma State fans into the drama beyond the game itself, shaping regional headlines.
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Saban Hires At Tide Sparks Salaries Talk and LSU Feud
The piece recaps Les Miles and Nick Saban contract tensions amid recruiting battles, noting Saban’s $32 million eight year deal as highest in college football and the shift in power dynamics with Oklahoma and Oklahoma State watching closely. It also reflects fans’ frustration over perceived honesty and the impact of TV networks on the sport.
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Tomlinson Wins First NFL MVP Honor
LaDainian Tomlinson of the San Diego Chargers captured the AP NFL Most Valuable Player award after a record setting season. He rushed for 1815 yards with 28 rushing TDs, threw two scores, and led San Diego to a 14 2 record and AFC best. He received 44 of 50 votes, with former teammate Drew Brees earning four.
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Pistons Dominate Hornets Behind Hamilton's 27
Detroit tops New Orleans 92-68 as Richard Hamilton scores 15 of his 27 in the first quarter. Chauncey Billups sits with a strained calf but praises Hamilton's leadership while the Pistons erase a one point deficit and surge to a 26-point halftime margin. The Hornets miss Paul Stojakovic and West due to injuries.
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David West
Young coaches making mark in Big 12 play start
Kansas City AP report notes Sean Sutton and Oklahoma State lead a wave of new coaches making quick impact as Big 12 opens conference play. Missouri Kansas State Nebraska also hold 10 or more wins while Capel Sutton and Huggins improve programs.
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Cameron Aggies top TWU in season opener 61 54
Tiffany Williams led Cameron with 27 points and seven rebounds as the Aggies upset Texas Woman's University 61 54 in Denton. Williams hit 10 of 20 from the field and 5 of 5 at the line, lifting Cameron to its first win of the season despite 34 percent shooting. Cameron forced 20 TWU turnovers and scored 11 points off those miscues.
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