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Dave Duerson: Football’s First Martyr Can’t Die in Vain
We will never know if Dave Duerson took his own life to save other football players. But his last message proves they were at least on his mind
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Did New York Pay Too Much for ‘Melo?
It’s over, thank heavens. Carmelo Anthony is finally a New York Knick.
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Bieber, Bryant, ‘Melo’-Drama Rule NBA’s All-Star Weekend
Though the NBA’s All-Star weekend isn’t the cultural happening it used to be — sorry, I can’t get too geeked up to see JaVale McGee in the dunk contest, although his dunk of two balls into different baskets was pretty nifty — …
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Why St. Louis Should Send Albert Pujols Packing
The most consistent slugger in the game, Albert Pujols, is reportedly seeking the richest contract in baseball history. Here’s why he isn’t worth it, and the Cardinals should take a pass
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Blame the NBA — and China — for the Cavs’ Losing Streak
Rather than pushing to shrink the league, the NBA should explain why this country, and the world, isn’t producing more elite players
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Behind the Super Bowl Spin: The Depressing, Dangerous Stories of Seatgate
A portion of the NFL’s response to the Super Bowl ticketing controversy could be considered generous. But was some of it disingenuous? And is the NFL as committed to safety as it says?
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Super Bowl Ticket Scandal: Are Fans Planning A Suit?
Matthew Rush, 40, is a die-hard Steelers fan who spent over $4,000 to attend this year’s Super Bowl. That’s an awfully pricey trip to the sports bar, so he may sue the NFL.
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A Tale of Two Super Bowls: Suspense and Glory Inside, Tears and Anxiety Outside
For the Green Bay Packers, who beat the Pittsburgh Steelers, 31-25 a thrilling Super Bowl that came down to the final drive, the game could not have been sweeter
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A Tale of Two Super Bowls: Suspense and Glory Inside, Tears and Anxiety Outside
For the Green Bay Packers, who beat the Pittsburgh Steelers, 31-25, in a thrilling Super Bowl that came down to the final drive, the game could not have been sweeter.
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All Hail the Green and Gold: 19-Year-Old Spreading the Packers Pride in Texas
Walking the grounds of Super Bowl XLV, I bumped into the 19-year-old with a heart of green and gold.
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Super Bowl Gloom, and Hope: The Day Ochocinco Tried To Save Football
During the Friday before the Super Bowl, NFL commissioner Roger Goodell delivers his state of the game press conference. This year, in Dallas, the talk was focused on whether there would be a game next year, as the collective …
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A Guide to Looking Smart About the Super Bowl
Not a hard-core football fan? Don’t follow the sport at all? You’re not alone. Here’s our guide to impressing the most dedicated NFL nut on Super Sunday
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A Frigid Texas Super Bowl: No Big Deal For the TV Audience, A Very Big Deal For the Local Economy
There’s nothing worse than media whining about the frigid Super Bowl temperatures in Dallas, simply because reporters are used to trips to Miami and Arizona, and didn’t pack a winter coat. Especially during a week when …