Rams defense healthy again after injury stretch
The St. Louis Rams plus defense back to full strength as Leonard Little returns ahead of schedule and Dexter McClean and Adam Archuleta rejoin, boosting a unit that has ranked second in the NFL. Coach Mike Martz notes Little wore down late but remained productive, while Archuleta and Williams near full participation as Rams prepare for Carolina.
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Culpepper and Berger Knee Surgeries Heighten Vikings Uncertainty
Vikings quarterback Daunte Culpepper underwent arthroscopic knee surgery and is unlikely for Sundays game with Jacksonville, with a positive prognosis for a potential return in the final game. Punter Mitch Berger also had arthroscopic surgery and is out for the year after being placed on injured reserve.
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Sports economics warn of a coming market crash for teams
The piece argues that corporate money and TV revenue now drive sports more than fan attendance. It cites high ticket prices, empty seats, low TV ratings, and a shift from gate earnings to ad sales as warning signs. It compares sports finance to the stock market collapse, noting dot com advertisers faded and some teams struggle to profit.
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Patriots at Dolphins in Foxboro rivalry finale twist
The Dolphins visit the Patriots in a 1:30 p.m. CBS game as New England ponders a possible final regular-season Foxboro appearance before a new stadium opens in 2002. A win seals a playoff spot for the Patriots with other results, while Miami seeks to dump coach Tom Brady and end a five-game slide.
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Eagles Visit 49ers in Week 14 Impacts Division Fate
The Eagles bring a nine game road win streak into a matchup with the 49ers, aiming to clinch their first division crown since 1988. A victory could seal the NFC East title even if Giants lose, while the 49ers, already playoff bound, chase the division lead over St. Louis. Prediction: 49ers 24 Eagles 21.
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Titans at Raiders Clash for Playoff Hopes
Tennessee, 6-7, seeks an upset in Oakland to stay alive for a slim playoff chance after a 26-20 win over Green Bay. The Raiders, 10-3, have clinched the division and seek a second straight 11-win season and a first-round bye.
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Rams defend decision to turn in Stoussie and Jordan
Rams coach Mike Martz defended sending tapes of late hits by Carolina linemen Todd Steussie and Leander Jordan to the league office after St. Louis 48 14 win. Steussie called the move whining. Martz said he must protect players and deter cheap shots. Wistrom supported the fines, saying hits after the play must stop. Panthers visit Rams in week 16 with Muhammad sidelined and sellout streak at 46 games.
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Weinke shows scrambling ability with Panthers despite different label
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