Browns shift Dixon toward free safety in lineup rethink
Veteran corner Hanford Dixon has proposed moving to free safety with the Cleveland Browns. Dixon, a two time Pro Bowler, says his step slowdowns are easing due to study at the new position, though speed remains a concern for his cover skills.
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Browns Load Draft Picks and Strong Safety Battle
The Browns draft L Clifford Charlton Michael Perry Van Waiters Anthony Blaylock Thane Gash J J Birden Danny Copeland Brian Washington Steve Slayden and name six players competing for the vacant strong safety spot. Schottenheimer jokes about Dixon and maps a three to four safeties roster after Felix Wright starts at free safety.
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Force faces decisive road games in MISL playoff bid
After a 6-3 win over the Cleveland Force, the Dallas Sidekicks lead the best of five series two games to none. The teams travel to Dallas with Cleveland needing at least one win to keep its season alive as Star guard Craig Allen is sidelined by back spasms. Carl Valentine and Dec Lawson are key matchups as Cleveland aims to reverse the tide.
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Schillinger Drafted by Phoenix Cardinals in NFL
Oxford Ohio news reports Andy Schillinger former Avon Lake High School and Miami of Ohio receiver was drafted 260th overall in the 10th round by the Phoenix Cardinals. He caught 39 passes for 574 yards and three touchdowns last season as Miami went 5 6. Schillinger joins Ernie Jones as Cardinals wideouts in Phoenix first season after moving from St. Louis.
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Patton Drafted by Jets in Seventh Round
Eastern Michigan coach and staff welcomed Gary Patton a 5-foot-9 190 pound back to the New York Jets in the seventh round of the NFL draft. Patton starred for the Hurons leading them to the Mid-American Conference title a 10-2 record and a California Bowl win.
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Indians Fans Urged to Back First-Place Team
In Cleveland the Indians sit 14-4 atop baseball, with strong pitching bullpen defense and timely hitting. The piece urges fans to attend despite cold weather and early-season woes, praising players Carter Tabler Franco Jacoby Castillo Bando and manager Edwards and noting higher attendance than Baltimore.
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Cavaliers face a new era under Lenny Wilkens
Three years after playoff droughts the Cavaliers embrace stability with coach Lenny Wilkens. Stars like Mark Price Chris Dudley and Brad Daugherty form a trusted core, contrasting former coach George Karl’s rougher era and a city to regain confidence.
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