Colts win would put Meyer close to first playoff berth
Indianapolis coach Ron Meyer said the Colts had a strong base and work habits that made a playoff run plausible after an 8-6 finish and a 20-7 win over San Diego. The team, tied for the AFC East lead, needs a win over Tampa Bay to secure the division and a postseason shot. Trudeau could start at quarterback with Hogeboom sidelined.
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Rice aims to improve after three TDs in 49ers win
San Francisco star Jerry Rice, notching three touchdowns in a 35-7 victory over Atlanta, set NFL season records with 19th TD catch and 12 straight games with a scoring reception while reaching 998 yards this season. Steve Young praised Rice's relentless work ethic as the 49ers eye the Rams and a possible NFC West title.
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MAE Winter Frolics Highlight MAC Swim Team Showcase
The Monocacy Aquatic Club hosted the sixth annual Winter Frolics at Walkersville High School drawing 15 teams and about 1,500 swimmers. Amy Purdum led the 8 under girls with multiple top finishes, while Amy Tymoch and Cara Harrison starred in several events. MAC swimmers dominated various age groups, with multiple winners and champions across 9 10, 11 12, and open categories. Eleven MAC swimmers will compete at the Eastern Invitational Meet in two weeks at West Chester, Pennsylvania.
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Slaughter drives Browns past Raiders in playoff clincher
Cleveland wide receiver Webster Slaughter, sparked by an insult from Raiders defensive back Lester Hayes, racked up seven catches for 15 yards and a touchdown as the Browns beat Los Angeles 24-17 to secure a playoff berth. Hayes, sidelined by injury, had called Slaughter a “little sissy.”
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Walton intends to remain Jets coach despite fan calls
Jets coach Joe Walton said he will stay with New York after a 38-27 loss to Philadelphia knocked the team from the playoffs. He cited a brutal December decline, the team’s 6-8 record, and widespread fan chants as part of a tough season while defending his 41-47 franchise mark and support from president Jim Kensil.
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Striking NFL results barely shift playoff picture
As the strike plagued season nears its end, three replacement games with free agents barely affect standings. In the AFC East Miami and Indianapolis sit 8-6 with a tiebreaker edge possible. NFC Central sees Chicago and Minnesota at 6-3 in non strike games, while Giants dropped to 0-5 after the strike. Several teams remain in playoff contention as final weekend approaches with dozens of scenarios unresolved.
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