Unforgettable quiet moments shape a dramatic 2007 sports year
AP Sports columnist Jim Liske recounts standout quiet moments that defined 2007. A Chicago banquet honoring disabled athletes linked to Don Grossnickle, John Thompson Jr. on Georgetown memory, and Storm in May, a blind Derby entrant, highlighted resilience and inspiration beyond the headlines.
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Broncos Hope For Turnaround In 2006 Draft Class
Denver aims to rebound after a 2005 season marked by injuries and personnel losses. Key veterans departed or underperformed, and the club plans to rebuild around Jay Cutler, Brandon Marshall, Elvis Dumervil, Tony Scheffler, and Chris Kuper with a high first-round pick.
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Chiefs: Johnson’s 2007 season never got going
Chiefs coach Edwards discussed Larry Johnson after a season disrupted by injuries and limited training camp. Johnson finished with 158 carries for 559 yards and 3 TDs, plus 30 receptions for 186 yards, far from his 2006 workload of 416 carries. Edwards said Johnson will have an offseason to recover and return at age 29 with fresh legs.
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Bryant turns Lakers into contenders after Suns win
Kobe Bryant scored 38, with 26 in the second half, as the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Phoenix Suns 122-115. Andrew Bynum added a career high 28 points, 12 rebounds, and four assists, helping LA improve to 18-10 and within one game of the Pacific Division lead.
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