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Mack Brown’s job may be on the line

All that matters to Texas coach Mack Brown this week is trying to win a game.


Steelers still seek right mix on line

The Steelers’ revolving door at left tackle continued to swing this week.


‘Megatron’ might be next for Haden

The black-and-white map of the Hawaiian Islands taped inside Joe Haden’s locker serves as both motivation and reminder to the Browns cornerback.


Haggerty, Eckman, Mooney doubles tandem remain alive in district play

In singles play, Kacie Haggerty of Cardinal Mooney defeated Anjali Kashyap of Orange High 6-1, 6-2 in the first round.


No relief for Red Sox against Tigers’ deep, talented pitching

The Boston Red Sox were able to relax as they watched Justin Verlander finish Oakland off in the playoffs, secure in the knowledge that they wouldn’t have to face him in Game 1 of the AL championship series.


Penguins fall to Panthers

The Florida Panthers took advantage of home ice to get back on the winning track.


Rabbit, run: Browns’ Benjamin has speed

Rabbits aren’t easy to nab. Neither is Travis Benjamin.


Buckeyes using bye week to assess themselves

Ohio State is using this week to heal bumps and bruises, assess players and plays, underscore the things done right and improve those which have not been so good.


Cutler, Bears keep Giants winless

Jay Cutler threw two touchdown passes to Brandon Marshall, and Tim Jennings had two of the Chicago Bears’ three interceptions against Eli Manning.


Cotchery finding niche in Pittsburgh

Jerricho Cotchery spent seven years playing for the New York Jets, the equivalent of a lifetime — and then some — in other NFL cities.


Steelers looking to turn it around

Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Ike Taylor doesn’t believe in numbers.


Penn State looking to bounce back

An upset loss to Indiana could have provided Penn State’s players ample reason to voice their frustrations this week.


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Weeden gets second shot to impress

The disgust came quickly, boos raining down from every corner of the stadium on Browns quarterback Brandon Weeden before he had barely broken a sweat.

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Colts signed Herron off Bengals’ practice squad

Former Warren Harding High School and Ohio State running back Daniel “Boom” Herron has a new home in the NFL.


Christmas in the Woods returns

Staff report COLUMBIANA The 19th annual Old-Fashioned Christmas in the Woods fine-crafts