Eagles still team to beat in NFC
The Eagles are favored to repeat as NFC champions after a season that saw the Patriots beat the top contenders like the Colts, Steelers, and Eagles. Philadelphia’s mix of talent, health, and leadership under coach Andy Reid keeps them in the Super Bowl hunt, but New England’s dynasty remains a major obstacle.
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Huskies stun Syracuse in Carrier Dome upset
Connecticut, led by Charlie Villanueva with 21 points and 10 rebounds, snapped Syracuse 16-game home win streak with a 74-66 victory. Terrence Roberts fouled out late as UConn rallied from a 65-63 deficit to take control in the final minutes.
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Iowa State ends road skid with win over Texas 92-80
Iowa State snapped a 28 game conference road losing streak and a 10 game overtime drought with a 92 80 victory over Texas. Coach Wayne Morgan praised the locker room joy and noted a resurgence as the Cyclones won three straight after an 0 5 start. Jared Homan earned special shout thanks for finally securing a road win.
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Patriots face staff overhaul as Belichick rebuilds
Belichick starts reshaping his coaching staff after the Patriots’ Super Bowl win. He recalls 1981 ties with Romeo and notes both staffers will be missed. Core players like Harrison and McGinest age, Law may depart, and the team renegotiates contracts for salary cap. Branch shines as MVP in the game, while Weis and Crennel depart.
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KU Declares Royal Blue as Official Jayhawk Color
KU marketing director David Johnston announced royal blue as the university’s official Jayhawk color after focus groups and surveys. Chancellor Robert Hemenway supported the proposal, saying consistency across communications improves efficiency.
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Anderson County tops Central Heights in OT 59-55
In Garnett, Anderson County edged Central Heights 59-55 in overtime after a fourth quarter rally by Central Heights. Erin Sample led AC with 19 points and five assists, while Audrey Oestreicher added 16 points and four steals as the decisive OT period produced 12 AC points.
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Cen tral Heights and Anderson County Girls Battle in Shootout
Prep girls grabbed seven rebounds. Brecken McDaniel scored 12 points with three steals. Jill Adkinson led Central Heights with 18 points. Melissa Horne added 13 as Central Heights totaled 55 while Anderson County poured in 69 with Sample 19 and Oastraicher 16 leading the scoring.
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