De La Hoya Faces Mayorga in Las Vegas Showdown
Oscar De La Hoya returns after 20 months to meet Ricardo Mayorga for the WBC light middleweight title at the MGM Grand. De La Hoya seeks a career revitalizing win while Mayorga promises a shootout style battle and further insults in a high stakes clash.
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Titans begin rookie orientation with Vince Young
Tennessee Titans take a cautious approach to Vince Young at rookie minicamp with coach Jeff Fisher stressing a gradual workload. Young, former Texas star, said the day was productive and noted learning the calling plays from a college style book. Fisher praised his progress on huddle work and passing, while teammates welcomed the rookie.
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Panthers eye dominant receiving duo in Johnson and Smith
Carolina Panthers, led by Steve Smith and Keyshawn Johnson, began mini camp hopeful their new pairing boosts offense as they chase a Super Bowl. Johnson, signed for four years, brings veteran leadership and big play potential to complement Smith’s prolific reception totals.
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Leinart learning behind Kurt Warner fuels 87-year franchise buzz
NFL notes report Matt Leinart expresses nerves yet comfort learning behind Kurt Warner as the 87 year old franchise, now in Glendale, sells out season tickets in its new retractable roof stadium. Warner calls it a buzz to live up to. Ricky Williams contemplates world travel options during a one year NFL suspension with Miami, weighing CFL and other plays while owing the Dolphins 8.6 million.
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Leinart Practices With Cardinals as Backup Starter Named
At Tempe Arizona Matt Leinart former USC star and Heisman winner joined the Arizona Cardinals for his first practice as a NFL rookie. He was listed as a backup behind starter Kurt Warner and recalled his 2002 USC days behind Carson Palmer.
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Parcells upbeat on Owens despite off field questions
Bill Parcells said Owens has not joined full off-season conditioning yet and stressed no special leeway. He noted Owens responds to competition and drew positive feedback from people who know him, while cautioning that off-field incidents may be exaggerated. Last season the Cowboys began 7-3 but finished 9-7 and missed the playoffs for a second straight year. Parcells extended his contract through 2007 before Owens joined.
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