Louisville Edge New Mexico State in Season Opener
Louisville won 45-24 over New Mexico State in the John Thompson Foundation Challenge Classic. Coach John L. Smith criticized practice effort and discipline after the win, as Louisville allowed 407 rushing yards while forcing key turnovers including two fumbles for touchdowns.
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Tressel follows his father into Ohio State coaching ranks
Jim Tressel, son of Hall of Fame coach Lee Tressel, rises from Baldwin Wallace ties to Ohio State head coach. The elder mentor spent 23 years at Baldwin Wallace and won a 1978 Division III title while Eloise Tressel fought cancer. Jim leads with a blend of old school rah rah and modern recruiting, honoring family legacy and Buckeye tradition.
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Browns defense aims to keep strong start in preseason
Landover Md preview notes Cleveland has allowed nine points in two games marking a rare defensive surge since 1951 while coach Butch Davis aims for steady improvement. Miller lauds the new Fazio scheme as the defense eyes dominance, while Redskins coach Marty Schottenheimer faces familiar ties to Browns past coaches.
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Tagliabue Letters Hint at NFL Proposals for Officials
Commissioner Paul Tagliabue sent letters to NFL game officials outlining a substantial new contract offer. The proposal doubles regular season pay by 2003 with a 50 percent boost for postseason work, raises retirement benefits, and shifts toward avoiding a labor dispute while preparing replacement officials if needed.
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Weinke Leads Panthers Rally Past Ravens 20 17
Panthers overcome 17 point deficit as Weinke directs two long second half scoring drives. He completes 34 yard pass to Dukes to set up the decisive field goal by Kasay with 12 seconds left. Lewis struggles with three INTs as Seifert defends quarterback decisions.
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Browns eye early preseason test amid injury concerns
Browns veterans Tre Johnson and Ross Verba may return in the third preseason game against the Buccaneers as Cleveland reshuffles line starters after cutting left guard Jim Pyne. Johnson’s status is uncertain, while Verba is expected for 15 to 20 plays after back surgery. Coaches aim to balance risk with needed onfield prep ahead of Seattle and the regular season opener.
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