Turnaround earns Jauron AP honor
Bears coach Dick Jauron wins the Associated Press NFL Coach of the Year after guiding Chicago to a 13 4 season and an NFC Central title. He edges Bill Belichick for votes as Chicago surpasses expectations, while the team loses in the first playoff game 33 19 to Philadelphia.
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Eagles advance past Bears to NFC title clash
Donovan McNabb led Philadelphia to a 23 17 victory over Chicago as Jim Miller left with a separated shoulder. Akers kicked four field goals while the defense stifled the Bears and Duce Staley scored the go ahead TD. The Eagles advance to meet Green Bay or St Louis in the NFC championship.
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Patriots Win AFC Snowdown In Snowy Foxboro
Tom Brady led a late comeback aided by a controversial replay overturning a fumble call, as the Patriots defeated the Raiders 16-13 in overtime to reach the AFC championship. Vinatieri kicked the tying 45-yard field goal and the winner in OT, Brady passed for 312 yards, while Oakland coach Gruden complained about the decision.
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Ravens confident they can bend Steelers in Pittsburgh
The Ravens travel to Pittsburgh as the AFC's top playoff club with a 4-0 road playoff record the past two seasons, claiming they can win on the road and reach the Super Bowl. The Steelers, 13-3, insist they are the team to beat, boasting a loud stadium and strong home record as both teams seek a decisive postseason win.
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Favre Green Bay Showdown Sparks Rams Clash
The Rams face Brett Favre and the Packers as Green Bay seeks a third Super Bowl bid since 1996. Favre’s hot stretch includes 15 TDs and three INTs in eight games, with Freeman aiming to be Favre’s primary target while Aeneas Williams notes Favre’s fearless, clutch throws.
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