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NFL and players could soon reach new contract deal and avoid 2011 lockout or...
A meeting has been scheduled for December in Dallas, and several owners expressed their optimism on Tuesday that labor peace, not discord, is ahead. Associated PressNew England's Robert Kraft is among...
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Indians Comment of the Day: No surprise if Choo wants out
"Get used to stories and sentiments like this, Antonetti. Your boss created a losing environment, and it's a wonder anyone would want to play here. This thing better get turned around in a hurry." -...
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Browns Comment of the Day: Why not Cribbs?
"The only chance for the Browns to win Sunday is to start Josh Cribbs at QB and stick with him. How ready do you think the Steelers would be for this? Josh has never started an NFL game at QB, either....
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Ohio State Comment of the Day: Agent problem not going away any time soon
"Ohio State and every other university should be doing all they can to keep these sleazy agents away from their athletes. If the universities do their part, that is about all they can do....
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LeBron James: Will he win a ring or lose his hair first? Poll and video
While James discussed leaving Tuesday night's game with what he called a leg cramp, his receding hairline was more obvious than ever. James might be facing a "Decision, II" on ESPN about what to do...
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LeBron James doesn't advance in fantasy one-on-one
Scott Shaw/The Plain DealerLeBron James goes after a loose ball against Kobe Bryant. All of the favorites won in the second round of the Starting Blocks fantasy one-on-one tournament. The Final Four...
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T.J. Ward hit on Jordan Shipley among plays that have prompted some...
As more is learned about long-term damage of head trauma and NFL emphasizes concussion prevention, broadcasters have to walk a fine line between savoring good, tough play and glorifying hits that can...
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Cleveland Browns' trade of Jerome Harrison to Philadelphia for Mike Bell:...
Harrison had become a backup to Peyton Hillis and Bell was playing even less for the Eagles. John Kuntz, The Plain Dealer Jerome Harrison (35) running with the football against Gerald McCoy (right)...
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Cleveland Browns-Pittsburgh Steelers classics: 30-17 Browns win, 1964
Game story from Plain Dealer Browns history database. Browns' only loss in first seven 1964 games was at home to the Steelers, 23-7. Pittsburgh wasn't a contender, but this was a key win for a...
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Cleveland Browns-Pittsburgh Steelers classics: 26-24 Browns win, 1972
Don Cockroft's field goal at Cleveland Stadium with 13 seconds left paves the way for the Browns' final playoff appearance until 1980. Steelers, about to begin their dynasty, went on to postseason for...
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Colt McCoy not shying away from his NFL debut for Cleveland Browns, even if...
Colt McCoy says he's confident and excited about making his NFL debut Sunday in Pittsburgh and will rely on his teammates to carry him through the day. View full sizeChuck Crow / The Plain Dealer"On...
View ArticleTony Grossi and Mary Kay Cabot preview Cleveland Browns vs. Pittsburgh...
Plain Dealer’s Cleveland Browns beat writers Tony Grossi and Mary Kay Cabot preview Sunday’s game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh. The game marks the return of quarterback...
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Buckeyes express their admiration for Colt McCoy, but don't envy a potential...
I like Colt," said OSU coach Jim Tressel. "He has a quick release, he's tough and he's smart. But he's in a different world now." View full sizeNeal C. Lauron / Columbus DispatchOhio State's last...
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Clark Kellogg rejects charge that he violated NCAA recruiting rules with high...
New book on college basketball recruiting says former OSU star violated an NCAA rule by lobbying "on behalf of his alma mater." Joshua Gunter / The Plain Dealer"I've never tried to sway anyone to go...
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Just five months after a harrowing accident, Northfield Park's Aaron Merriman...
Horsemen, fans and even his doctors are surprised Aaron Merriman is back in a sulky on Friday night at Northfield Park. CLEVELAND, Ohio -- Horsemen, race fans and even his doctors are surprised Aaron...
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Majestic and (usually) memorable, Big Ten's stadiums offer a special fall...
Big Ten travel might not be as glamorous as on the West Coast, but it has its satisfactions to the observant football fan. Andy Manis / Associated PressPopulated with energetic fans and surrounded by...
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Former Cleveland Browns RB Jerome Harrison on lack of chances before trade to...
Browns running back is traded to the Eagles Wednesday for running back Mike Bell. UPDATED: 9 p.m. Lisa DeJong / The Plain DealerJerome Harrison had 561 yards on 106 carries in the final three games of...
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Eric Mangini confident Peyton Hillis will be ready to play vs. Steelers:...
Running back Peyton Hillis was one of 11 Browns who sat out Wednesday, but he expects to play Sunday. Joshua Gunter / The Plain DealerPeyton Hillis will be able to play on Sunday, says Browns coach...
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Ohio State's defensive line hopes to avoid a Badger bashing from Wisconsin's...
Two years ago, Ohio State was run over by Wisconsin's offensive line in the fourth quarter. This time in Madison, the Buckeyes know they have to hold their ground. Morry Gash / Associated PressAs good...
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Terrelle Pryor says he's 'full go' for Wisconsin: Ohio State Insider
Terrelle Pryor said his quad isn't 100 percent healthy, but the OSU QB doesn't expect the injury to limit him at all against Wisconsin. View full sizeMarvin Fong / The Plain DealerTerrelle Pryor...
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