Patriots Panthers Set for Defensive Super Bowl Clash
The February 1 showdown in Houston pits two defensive powerhouses, Patriots and Panthers, each led by strong quarterbacks Brady and Delhomme. New England rides a 14 game win streak and Belichick’s coaching, while Carolina relies on a stingy defense and Stephen Davis ground attack.
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Panthers Down Eagles in NFC Championship Shocker
John Fox rebuilt Carolina into a powerhouse and defeated Philadelphia in a decisive NFC title clash. Manning seized control with three interceptions including a late pick, while DeShaun Foster and Muhsin Muhammad fueled a third quarter surge as McNabb struggled with a rib injury and the Eagles were unable to respond.
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Patriots Rally To Edge Colts In Postseason Thriller
Brady leads New England to two early field goals and a 15 point halftime lead. Manning throws 1 TD and 4 INT as Colts rally threats are stifled by Patriots defense. Vinatieri adds two more FGs late, while Antowain Smith peaks with 100 rushing yards on 22 carries.
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Manning's Bad Day: Colts Fall Short in AFC Title Clash
Peyton Manning struggled in Foxboro, throwing four interceptions and being sacked four times as New England beat Indianapolis 24-14. Law and Harrison shone for the Patriots with multiple picks and a strong defensive effort.
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NFL mulls Fitzgerald eligibility for April draft
The NFL reviews All America receiver Fitzgeralds eligibility for the upcoming draft. He spent a year at a Virginia prep school after leaving Minneapolis high school. the question is whether this counts as a year out of high school, potentially making him draft eligible.
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Ex Bears coach Dick Jauron named Lions defensive coordinator
Allen Park Michigan AP Former Chicago Bears coach Dick Jauron was hired as Detroit Lions defensive coordinator. Fired December 29 after four losing seasons in five with the Bears he had a 35 46 overall record including one playoff loss. Jauron was drafted by Detroit in 1973 and began his NFL career with a 17 kickoff returns for 405 yards as a rookie.
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