Irvin's comeback held back by cervical stenosis risk
Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Michael Irvin faces a genetic cervical stenosis condition discovered during tests for a herniated disc. The narrow spinal cord raises the risk of serious injury if he takes another head or neck blow, potentially affecting his football future more than his current injury. Irvin recalls his oct injury and paralysis scare, while peers like Tim Lewis and Frank Bush also carried the condition.
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Montana among 71 nominated for Hall of Fame
Canton Ohio AP Montana and 70 others including Ronnie Lott Sterling Sharpe Charles Mann Leonard Marshall Steve McMichael Karl Mecklenburg vie for Pro Football Hall of Fame induction. A 15 finalist list will be named mid January with 2000 inductees announced January 29. Howie Long Lynn Swann Joe Montana Howie Long and Lynn Swann join as finalists. Dave Wilcox named as senior committee candidate.
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Young sidelined but not quitting Bay Area star remains hopeful
Steve Young will be sidelined for the foreseeable future with post concussion symptoms and is not ready to retire. He said he would like to play again if appropriate, though a return this season seems unlikely. Agent Leigh Steinberg indicated retirement decisions await after the season.
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Marino to miss at least two more games
Dolphins quarterback Dan Marino is expected to miss at least two more games due to a pinched neck nerve. He left the New England game in the first quarter and traveled to Los Angeles for a second opinion, while Damon Huard starts at Oakland next Sunday. The team signed veteran Scott Zolak as another backup.
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Cornhuskers Aim to Extend 30-Game KU Win Streak
Nebraska, ranked eighth and 6-1, seeks victory over Kansas after a 24-20 loss at Texas. Coach Frank Solich downplays officiating disputes as Nebraska eyes another win while Alabama, Texas A&M chase bounce-back wins and Michigan contends with recent losses.
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