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2 Oregon players benched after positive drug tests
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2 Oregon players benched after positive drug tests

January 10, 2015

Carrington did not travel with the team to Dallas after testing positive for marijuana. The results of Forde’s test were not immediately clear. Helfrich said the team has faced many…

Cowboys-Packers: Something’s got to give
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Cowboys-Packers: Something’s got to give

January 10, 2015

John Kuhn (30), among others, have given the Green Bay Packers a presence on the ground of late.Elaine Thompson/Associated Press file photo The winner of the marquee playoff matchup between…

Winner of Luck vs. Manning III gets trip to AFC championship
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Winner of Luck vs. Manning III gets trip to AFC championship

January 10, 2015

Unlike in Indianapolis, quarterback Peyton Manning has been surrounded by play-makers on offense and defense in Denver.David Zalubowski/Associated Press Equilibrium on offense, dominance on defense – a team that doesn’t…

IHS places 8 at Pagosa
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IHS places 8 at Pagosa

January 9, 2015

Eight Bobcats made the podium in the 15-team tournament, and only two finished lower than fourth. Returning state finalist Stocker Robbins won the 113-pound bracket. Tyler Beebe finished sixth at…

Guards get it done
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Guards get it done

January 9, 2015

Herrera fouls out in hotly-contested battle

Turnovers into points
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Turnovers into points

January 9, 2015

women use defense to spark offense against N.M. Highlands

‘Us versus y’all’
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‘Us versus y’all’

January 9, 2015

Russell Wilson hasn’t been perfect, but has managed to make key plays to go 3-0 against Carolina. This season, Wilson hit Luke Willson on a 23-yard touchdown in the final…

Thompson, Schauer win skicross World Cup events
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Thompson, Schauer win skicross World Cup events

January 9, 2015

Schauer won all of his heats and posted the first win of his career to move level on points with Austria’s Thomas Zangerl on top of the discipline standings. Schauer…

The Marshall plan
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The Marshall plan

January 9, 2015

He practiced earlier this week, and Denver Broncos linebacker Brandon Marshall is expected to return to the lineup for Sunday’s playoff game against Indianapolis after missing the last 2½ games…

Outdoors Briefs
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Outdoors Briefs

January 8, 2015

Demo Days will take place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday at Vallecito Nordic Trails. Participants will be able to try new gear, including skis, poles, boots and snowshoes.…

BHS cheerleader performs at Citrus Bowl
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BHS cheerleader performs at Citrus Bowl

January 8, 2015

Blayke Jenkins, shown here during the 2014 BHS football season, cheered on the All-American Spirit Team Jan. 1 at the Citrus Bowl in Florida.TIMES FILE PHOTO BY JOEL PRIEST The…

D-backs up front and center
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D-backs up front and center

January 8, 2015

Aqib Talib was a key offseason acquisition and hasn’t disappointed, spearheading the Broncos’ stellar secondary.David Zalubowski/Associated Press To Andrew Luck and Chuck Pagano, studying Denver’s secondary this week must have…

Boston is U.S. bidder for ’24 Olympics
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Boston is U.S. bidder for ’24 Olympics

January 8, 2015

During a daylong meeting at the Denver airport Thursday, USOC board members chose Boston, with its promise of frugality and lots of temporary and reusable venues, over Los Angeles, San…

A familiar start to 2015
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A familiar start to 2015

January 8, 2015

Anne Mummery and the DHS swim team will be back in the water for the first time in 2015 when they host five other teams at the Fort Lewis College…

Vonn faces cold, tough course for record
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Vonn faces cold, tough course for record

January 8, 2015

The signs for Lindsey Vonn’s next attempt to match the all-time record of 62 women’s World Cup wins at this weekend’s races in Austria have not been overly promising. The…

Manning leads balanced offense into playoff game vs. Indy
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Manning leads balanced offense into playoff game vs. Indy

January 8, 2015

Dvaid Zalubowski/Associated Press<br><br>With the outside elements lurking right around the corner at a press conference Wednesday, Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning talked about – among other things – his play…

Colts’ defense saddles up for Denver, Manning
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Colts’ defense saddles up for Denver, Manning

January 8, 2015

Jack Dempsey/Associated Press file photo<br><br>Cory Redding and the Colts know they have to get to Peyton Manning if they are to have a chance against the Broncos on Sunday. In…

‘Money time’ for FLC women
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‘Money time’ for FLC women

January 8, 2015

Fort Lewis College junior forward Mary Brinton has come on strong for the Skyhawks after the winter break, and that helped her earn the RMAC Offensive Player of the Week…