Broncos groom Alphonso Smith for versatile role
Denver rookie Alphonso Smith, a Wake Forest standout with 15 interceptions last two seasons, trains to fill multiple roles in the Broncos secondary. Coach Josh McDaniels says Smith will be evaluated and placed in various positions as the team reshapes its defense with additions like Dawkins Hill and Goodman and a healthy Bailey.
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Ottawa earns NAIA poll spot as Football Network ranks staff
The College Fanz Sports Network preseason NAIA poll lists Ottawa University at No. 22 after an 8 2 season and runner up finish in the KCAC. Sioux Falls 8 ID remains No. 1, Carroll College No. 2, Lindenwood No. 3, with Baker and MidAmerica Nazarene Nos. 9 and 10. Friends at No. 16 and McKendree at No. 25 loom in Ottawa’s First Downs Classic prep. Ottawa junior Sam Engle named second team All River Valley League after hitting .329 in 30 games with 28 starts, 28 hits, 4 doubles, 2 triples, 25 RBI, .400 OBP, .424 slugging, and perfect fielding with 36 putouts.
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Five-team victory in Hickory Hollow scramble
The team of Ryan McDaniels Dave Thornburg Keith Markley John Geist and Howard Jacob won Wednesday’s scramble at Hickory Hollow with a minus seven. Closest to the pin winners were Chad McClay at hole three and Gary Wadkins at hole seven.
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Buick Open faces sponsor pull as Woods eyes ninth run
Tiger Woods prepares for his ninth Buick Open at Warwick Hills in Grand Blanc Township, Michigan, amid word GM will end its half century sponsorship. Players praise the intimate, small-town atmosphere and the strong fan support that makes the event special, with Furyk noting the appeal of mid sized cities.
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Hamlin still chasing breakthrough this NASCAR season
Denny Hamlin sits sixth in the points with six races left but says the position hides doubts about progress. He has endured a 50-race winless drought while Joe Gibbs Racing trails Hendrick and Stewart-Haas in the title chase. Hamlin cites competition strength and testing bans as factors, noting Kyle Busch’s uneven year and JGR’s effort to close the gap ahead of Pocono.
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Texas Longhorns aim to match 2005 pace in 2006 season
Texas coach Mack Brown notes four years ago set high expectations and says this team can be really good if they play up to their ability. Colt McCoy recalls Fiesta Bowl momentum after beating Ohio State and the squad seeks 12-win effort. Texas Tech, after a 10-0 start, fell from No. 2 with losses to Norman and Mississippi in the Cotton Bowl.
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