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Bulls take control early against Cavaliers

Marco Belinelli scored a season-high 23 points, Luol Deng added 22 and the Chicago Bulls took control early on to beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 95-85 on Wednesday night


Texas A&M freshman looks to make Heisman history

Texas A&M quarterback Johnny Manziel could become the first freshman ever to win the Heisman Trophy


Owners, players meet in new talks

Associated Press NEW YORK The only early details that emerged from the latest round of


Steelers’ Taylor out with injury

Associated Press PITTSBURGH There have been very few constants in Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike


K-State’s Klein no ordinary QB

Associated Press MANHATTAN, Kan. Collin Klein is the Heisman Trophy finalist who fits no mold.


Fitch off to flying start

Sefcik, Thompson lead offense By Ryan Buck sports@vindy.com AUSTINTOWN Basketball minds often emphasize the importance of strong guard play when predicting success for the teams they study.


SI names James Sportsman of the Year

Akron native will grace cover for the 18th time Associated Press MIAMI


After two straight wins, Shurmur still unsure of future with Cleveland

Associated Press BEREA Browns coach Pat Shurmur has already developed thick skin. Now, he’s bulking up his record.


Battered Steelers rally behind resurgent Batch

Associated Press PITTSBURGH Larry Foote has no illusions about the Pittsburgh Steelers catching the Baltimore Ravens to win the AFC North even after Sunday’s emotionally charged 23-20 victory over their bitter rivals.


Steelers vs. CHARGERS

Steelers vs. CHARGERS When: Sunday; kickoff at 1 p.m. Where: Heinz Field, Pittsburgh Radio:


Deceased trio elected to baseball Hall of Fame

Associated Press Nashville, TENN. Former New York Yankees owner Jacob Ruppert, longtime umpire


Detroit defense stifles Cavaliers

Associated Press AUBURN HILLS, MICH. Brandon Knight scored 17 points, Kyle Singler and Tayshaun


RGIII leads ’Skins over Giants

Associated Press LANDOVER, MD Robert Griffin III threw for one touchdown and had a fumble turn


QUOTABLE ROD CAREY, new NIU head coach on his team “busting the BCS” when it faces Florida State.

“It still makes my head spin. It has been crazy; it has been nuts. That’s the only way to explain


INSIDE

INSIDE vThe Cleveland Cavaliers fall to the Detroit Pistons, B3