Cowboys face midseason crisis as 1990s peak fades
Dallas, 3-3 after a rocky start, eyes Sunday's game with Jacksonville as veteran leaders warn the team must fight to salvage the season. Daryl Johnston may miss the year after neck surgery is considered, while Emmitt Smith stays confident and urges unity amid a tougher schedule ahead.
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Denver Broncos Seek seventh straight win in Oakland
The undefeated Denver Broncos (6-0) visit the Oakland Raiders (2-4) at the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum aiming for a seventh straight win and to stretch a club-record start, with coach Mike Shanahan cautious about overconfidence. The Raiders, led by Jeff George and Tim Brown, face a strong Denver defense after a rough start.
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Cornerbacks key to Dallas run problems
The NFC East teams boast top cornerbacks, hurting Dallas on the run. Washington's Darrell Green and Cris Dishman lead a strong unit, while Dallas counters with Deion Sanders and Kevin Smith. Philadelphia, New York, and Arizona also field quality starters including Knight, Taylor, Vincent, Sehorn, Sparks, and Williams.
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Falcons' hit man Chuck Smith surges to fame
Suwanee Georgia AP reports Chuck Smith, once known for a dangerous hit and suspensions, has become a rising star. He notched five sacks in a single game against New Orleans, forced three fumbles, batted a pass, and generated an interception pressure. He leads the NFL with nine sacks and eyes his first Pro Bowl as he climbs rapidly in six games this season.
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Frankfurt to host WLAF 1998 World Bowl on June 14
London AP reports Frankfurt will stage the 1998 World League of American Football championship game on June 14. The winner earns a spot against the Canadian Football League champions a week later. The league scrapped its split-season format. the World Bowl will feature the top two teams after a 10 game schedule.
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