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December 31st, 2009 
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Although Terrelle Pryor always has flash in his game, he went a little bit Hollywood this week. While enjoying the sun and diversions of southern California, the Ohio State quarterback sometimes sported black-framed eyeglasses that don't contain prescription lenses. Don't worry, Buckeyes fans: Pryor can see very clearly what must happen Friday for Ohio State (10-2) to end its three-game…
Coaching chaos dominates Sugar Bowl (AP)
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NEW ORLEANS — Call it the Interim Bowl, the Bizarro Bowl or the Distraction Bowl. Any of them would be appropriate. Between Urban Meyer's health concerns and uncertain future and Cincinnati's lame-duck staff following the departure of Brian Kelly, the Sugar Bowl has more coaching chaos than any other postseason matchup.
James has support of critical Tech asst. (AP)
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A Texas Tech assistant who criticized Adam James in hopes of saving Mike Leach's job said Thursday the son of the ESPN analyst has his support in the wake of the head coach's firing. Acting offensive coordinator Lincoln Riley stopped short, however, of saying whether he wants the sophomore wide receiver back next season.
Air Force gets 6 INTs in win vs. Houston (AP)
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With Asher Clark and Jared Tew grinding out yards and Air Force controlling the ball for more than 41 minutes, there were few chances for Case Keenum and Houston's potent offense. Then when Keenum got on the field in the Armed Forces Bowl, he was often under pressure or getting picked off — or both.
Schumacher’s return glosses over F1 cracks (AP)
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That Michael Schumacher's comeback is generating such excitement shows how desperate Formula One is for a bit of good news. In all the breathless headlines about the unexpected return of the sport's most successful driver, it is being conveniently forgotten that much of the era when Schumacher greedily gobbled up his record seven world championships was as boring as watching paint dry.
Titans def. coordinator Cecil fined $20K (AP)
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The NFL has fined Tennessee defensive coordinator Chuck Cecil $20,000 for prohibited verbal abuse of a game official as a result of his sideline comments in the Titans' 42-17 loss to San Diego on Christmas night. The Titans had just been flagged for roughing Philip Rivers when an official heard Cecil say something.
Cubs, OF Byrd agree on 3-year, $15M deal (AP)
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The Cubs found the center fielder they'd been searching for, agreeing Thursday to a $15 million, three-year contract with Marlon Byrd. And the Cubs are hoping to have more success with this former Texas Rangers outfielder than the one they signed last offseason — Milton Bradley. Byrd hit .283 with 20 homers and 89 RBIs last season for Texas.
378 drivers to race 2nd Sth American Dakar Rally (AP)
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Considered the most dangerous race on the planet, the Dakar Rally starts Saturday with 378 drivers taking part in the second edition staged in South America because of security concerns. Dunes, desert, mountains and other hostile terrain lie in wait for 138 cars, 161 motorbikes, 29 quads and 50 trucks in the 16-stage race that covers 9,030 kilometers across Argentina and Chile before finishing…
Dakar Rally set for 2nd running in South America (PA SportsTicker)
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The Dakar Rally starts Saturday with 378 drivers ready to test themselves against dunes, desert and mountains in a race that is being held in South America for the second straight year because of security concerns.
AT&T latest to cut ties with Woods (AP)
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AT&T Inc. said Thursday it would no longer sponsor Tiger Woods, joining Accenture in dropping support for the world's top golfer, who's taking a break from the sport to focus on his marriage after his admitted infidelity. The phone company hasn't used Woods' image extensively in advertising, but its logo appeared on his golf bag.
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