Illini claim Big Ten crown with win over Northwestern
No. 10 Illinois clinched at least a share of the Big Ten title after a 34-28 victory over Northwestern. Kurt Kittner threw for 387 yards and four TDs, joining Walter Young and Brandon Lloyd in a productive receiving corps as Illinois improved to 10-1 overall and 7-1 in conference play.
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NASCAR finale at New Hampshire stakes big money race
The season finale at New Hampshire International Speedway offers large payoffs as drivers bid for runner up to Jeff Gordon after his Winston Cup title. Tony Stewart Ricky Rudd Sterling Marlin Dale Earnhardt Jr and others chase top spots with substantial bonuses and limited prep time amid cold conditions.
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Bowl Championship Series weekend preview and picks
The article surveys four bowl games and national title implications across the weekend. It highlights Illinois clinching the Big Ten and Fiesta Bowl berth, Texas and Nebraska key showdowns, Miami and Washington aiming for Rose Bowl spots, and Oklahoma and Michigan pursuing league titles and BCS berths, with multiple game predictions and player notes.
Packers top Lions as Favre shines in late comeback
Brett Favre went 18 of 26 for 252 yards with a TD and a fumble while Ahman Green rushed for 102 yards and caught a 35 yard TD pass. Detroit fell to 0-10 as Mike McMahon sparked a late surge before Packers sealed a 29-21 win.
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