Davis wins AP Offensive Player of the Year again
Terrell Davis of the Denver Broncos earns the AP Offensive Player of the Year for the second time in three seasons with 15 votes from 47. He rushed for 2,008 yards and 21 touchdowns, adding two receiving scores, as Denver produced the league’s top offense and a 14.2 win total before finishing 13-0 start. Randall Cunningham and Randy Moss received notable votes for Minnesota and Oakland respectively, while Steve Young and Jamal Anderson had small showings.
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Reeves Returns to Falcons Sideline After Bypass
Dan Reeves resumed coaching duties three weeks after heart bypass surgery. He spoke at a media briefing in Suwanee and planned to be on the sidelines for the divisional clash with the 49ers, aiming to be on the sideline for the playoff game after assessing his energy at practice.
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Couch likely to enter NFL draft in Kentucky headlines
AP reports Tim Couch prepared to forgo his senior year and declare for the NFL draft. ESPN notes he contacted NFL offices for paperwork and is selecting an agent as Cleveland, holder of the top pick, is said to consider him. Other notes include West Virginia's petition denial for a sixth year and players like Jevon Kearse and Reggie McGrew planning to enter draft.
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Foreman Holmes Heavyweight Bout in Jeopardy
NEW YORK AP Larry Holmes may fight George Foreman at the Houston Astrodome on Jan 23, but the bout appears in serious danger of cancellation as two backers pulled out. Holmes lawyer Russ Saver said the fight is in jeopardy despite Holmes being in good shape and eager to box. Foreman awaited a letter of credit to guarantee purses, but loss of backers threatens the event.
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Gifts to Samaranch More Common in IOC Circles
The IOC acknowledged leader Juan Antonio Samaranch received firearms from Salt Lake boosters. The $130 gift limit applies to members but not to Samaranch, who does not vote on host city decisions. Francois Carrard called such gun gifts part of longstanding protocol amid Salt Lake bid coverage.
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Fulmer Motivates Volunteers With Big Walking Stick
College football story from Tempe on Tennessee coach Phillip Fulmer who used a ceremonial walking stick to unite his 13–0 Volunteers after winning the Fiesta Bowl title. Quarterback Tee Martin led a 273 yard passing attack as Tennessee defeated Florida State 23–46 culminating their best season in 102 years, while Fulmer advocates playoff consideration for a true national champion.
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Holmgrens World Tour Heats Up with NFL Interest
Baltimore on Holmgren list as he seeks control with a new team. Seattle, Baltimore and Philadelphia contact Packers coach Mike Holmgren, who says a stay in Green Bay remains possible. He aims to coach and GM and would join a team offering such power.
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Marino Elway clash for second time in playoffs
Dolphins quarterback Dan Marino and Broncos counterpart John Elway meet in the AFC divisional playoff at Mile High Stadium. The teams faced once in the regular season and Marino leads 2-0 in their head to heads. Elway seeks a second ring as Marino weighs future plans.
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