Titans edge Steelers in OT playoff thriller to reach AFC title
Titans quarterback Steve McNair threw two TDs and ran for one while Keith McCareins and Eddie George contributed. Joe Nedney nailed a 26 yard OT field goal after a running into Nedney penalty to secure a 34 31 victory and end Pittsburgh’s playoff hype. Dewayne Washington drew a crucial penalty that kept the OT drive alive as Hines Ward and Ward connected on key plays amid a tense showdown with multiple injuries.
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McNabb Returns as Eagles Top Falcons in Frigid Showdown
Donovan McNabb shakes off a broken ankle to guide Philadelphia to a 20-6 win over Atlanta. McNabb rushed for 19 yards and connected on 20 of 30 passes for 247 yards, while Michael Vick’s Falcons were held out of the end zone as the Eagles advance toward the NFC title game.
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Bucs defense Faces Garcia Owens in Playoff Showdown
Tampa Bay seeks its first NFC Championship since 1999 as Derrick Brooks, Warren Sapp, and the defense aim to shut down the 49ers in a pivotal playoff clash. The Buccaneers boast a league leading defense and a franchise record win total, while Brad Johnson returns after a back bruise as San Francisco arrives after a wild card comeback.
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Jets Raiders Rivalry Keeps Heating In Playoff Rematch
Oakland hosts the Jets in a second round playoff clash in a long standing rivalry. The series edge sits 20-13-2 in favor of Oakland with recent wins at the Black Hole and a playoff win last season. Jets stars Pennington and Hall figures amid memories of 1968 AFL chaos and Heidi telecast.
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Bucs favored over 49ers in Tamar Bay clash
Bucs by 6 predicted as Brad Johnson chases team records while Jeff Garcia aims to exploit a few holes. San Francisco relies on Garcia and Owens to keep pace though Tampa Bay’s top ranked defense could stifle the 49ers in a home game.
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Jets at Raiders shootout preview with MVP Gannon
Jets visit Raiders at 3 30 p m with Raiders favored by five percent. Last meeting Raiders won 26 20 at Oakland on Dec 2. Pennington vs Gannon highlights a high scoring duel as Raiders boast the league's top offense and Jets top passer Pennington aims to spark a shootout.
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Chicago Tribune
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