Bowl Showdown Opens With Marshall Cincinnati Clash
Marshall and Cincinnati meet in the Motor City Bowl at the Silverdome with Cincinnati favored by power ratings. Marshall QB Byron Leftwich faces a Bearcats defense, while Cincinnati counters with QB Deontey Kenner and RB Ray Jackson in a balanced attack.
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Jets re sign Cox and Lewis to fresh Jets deals
Jets re signed linebackers Bryan Cox and Mo Lewis as free agents two days after a disappointing finish to the season. Both players offered no public comment as the team announced terms they did not disclose.
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Eagles Host Buccaneers In Wild Card Showdown At The Vet
Eagles coach Andy Reid prepares for his first playoff game in a cold Veterans Stadium clash with Tampa Bay. The underdog Eagles seek home crowd edge as Tampa Bay aims to spring an upset despite previos Super Bowl near miss, while fans rally for tickets and a boisterous atmosphere.
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Colts ride hot streak into playoffs with wild-card clinch
The Indianapolis Colts won three straight games finishing 31-10 over Minnesota to secure the AFC's No. 6 seed. Peyton Manning said the team is hot and confident after beating Buffalo and Miami, while Marcus Pollard noted a stronger finish than last season. The Colts head to Miami with momentum for the postseason.
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Sharpe targets in playoff clash with former Denver teammate
Shanahan faces Shannon Sharpe as the Ravens host the Broncos in Sunday's playoff opener. Sharpe, famed for his outspoken style, has 67 catches for 810 yards and five touchdowns this season. Broncos stars praise Sharpe's influence while vowing to focus on the game and neutral analysis.
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ACC's rising power elevates Florida State and rivals
ACC officials note Florida State's 14 straight top four finishes and large program investments across member schools. They cite $400 million in football upgrades since 1994, additions at NC State including a $50 million complex and $2 million for planning a second phase. The conference claims strong bowl showings, a high bowl win rate, top rivalries, and record league attendance, underscoring growth beyond Florida State.
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Ken Yon Rambo Faces NFL Dream After Mixed OSU Career
Columbus Ohio Ken Yon Rambo arrived at Ohio State four years ago hailed as a future star but he leaves as a solid contributor rather than a breakout legend. He heads to the Outback Bowl against South Carolina with 41 receptions in his breakthrough year and 51 catches this season while quarterback Steve Bellisari develops. Buckeyes coach John Cooper says Rambo should be proud of his role and the team’s 9 2 record as he eyes an NFL draft in April.
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