Pigskin Projections: Our Panel Picks Area Games
Sports editor Kevin J. Keller presents picks for this week's area football games. Matches include Goddard at Aztec, Cleveland at Mayfield, Lovington at St. Michael's, NMMI versus JC Navarro and JC versus Navarro with last week's results noted as Foster Goddard Cleveland Lovington NMMI JC 2-0 (75-20).
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Cowboys' Romo finds rhythm with Robinson amid lineup shuffles
Tony Romo has grown trusted with receiver Kevin Robinson as Miles Austin recovers. Robinson, a former third round pick with stints in Atlanta St Louis and Dallas, has become Romo's favorite target, catching 26 passes and five TDs in three weeks. Bailey, the Groza winner, earned a key late kick to seal a win as Dallas rides a 7 4 record into Arizona.
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Miller shines as Broncos seek fifth straight road win
Linebacker Miller, a top NFL pick from Texas A M, adds to a strong season with 10 1 2 sacks and 58 tackles. He helped thwart Chargers passes and stop drives, as Denver strings together four straight wins after a 1 4 start and eyes a fifth road win in a row since 1998 Super Bowl era.
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Leach named Washington State football coach amid rebuilding plan
Washington State athletic director Bill Moos hires Mike Leach to energize the Cougars offense after firing Paul Wulff. Leach, known for Texas Techs Air Raid, aims to boost wins and attendance as construction begins on an $80 million premium seating project and a $60 million football operations building.
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Rangers First Baseman Moreland Undergoes Wrist Surgery
Texas Rangers first baseman Mitch Moreland had arthroscopic surgery on his right wrist in Cleveland to remove a small pea shaped bone. Recovery is estimated at eight to 12 weeks with rehabilitation starting soon. He hit .259 with 16 homers and 51 RBIs in 134 games.
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Detroit Mayor Dave Bing Defends Bernie Fine Denial
Detroit Mayor and former Syracuse star Dave Bing says friend Bernie Fine told him molestation claims are untrue. Bing spoke to the AP after two former Syracuse ballboys accused Fine. a third accuser surfaced with ESPN releasing a 2002 tape. Fine denies all allegations.
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Sixers eye return as Thorn pushes plan after Stam issues
Team president Rod Thorn moves ahead with camp plans as top players like Elton Brand Andre Iguodala and Jrue Holiday face uncertainty. The article notes Young Hawes and Williams in demand and outlines arena improvements and a tentative schedule as the franchise aims for a strong comeback.
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Elks Hoop Shoot Set for December 3 at Roswell High
Local Elks Hoop Shoot contest will be held Saturday December 3 at 9 a.m. in the Coyote Den at Roswell High School for boys and girls ages 8 to 13. Denise Dawson can provide details at 637-3200. First Tee Candyland Event Dec 10 in Pecos
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TV SportsWatch College and boxing slate to cap evening
The schedule lists boxing at 9 p.m. on FSN with Hugo Centeno Jr. versus David Lopez, college football at 6 p.m. on ESPN West Virginia at South Florida, golf rounds in Thousand Oaks and Hong Open, college basketball at 6 30 p.m. ESPN2 St. John’s at Kentucky and a 7 30 p.m. Georgetown at Alabama with NES Philadelphia at Seate.
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