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Packers beat Bears with defense in NFL opener
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Packers beat Bears with defense in NFL opener

September 5, 2019

In a defensive battle also marked by sloppy offense and penalties, the Packers used the Bears’ usual trademark, a staunch D, and just enough from Aaron Rodgers on Thursday night…

Idaho State opens season over D-II Western Colorado
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Idaho State opens season over D-II Western Colorado

September 5, 2019

Tanner Conner had nine receptions for 164 yards and two touchdowns and Michael Dean caught eight passes for 155 yards and a score. Ty Flanagan rushed 22 times for 96…

Broncos, Empower ink 21-year stadium rights deal
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Broncos, Empower ink 21-year stadium rights deal

September 4, 2019

The Metropolitan Football Stadium District will meet later this week to sign off on the agreement that runs through 2039 and ends a three-year span without a title sponsor for…

Olympic skiing champion Marcel Hirscher retires
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Olympic skiing champion Marcel Hirscher retires

September 4, 2019

Austria’s ski star Marcel Hirscher speaks during a press conference announcing the end of his skiing career in Salzburg, Austria.Kerstin Joensson/Associated Press Hirscher, who won Olympic gold in giant slalom…

Qatar 2022 World Cup logo reflects winter event
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Qatar 2022 World Cup logo reflects winter event

September 3, 2019

Using the colors of the Qatari flag, the white emblem is set against a maroon background. It is inspired by the contours of the World Cup trophy with the unbroken…

Giro champion Carapaz joins loaded Team Ineos
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Giro champion Carapaz joins loaded Team Ineos

September 2, 2019

With his Giro victory in June, the 26-year-old Carapaz became the first rider from Ecuador to win a Grand Tour. Carapaz says, “I feel this is a great opportunity for…

Broncos claim Allen off waivers from Rams
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Broncos claim Allen off waivers from Rams

September 1, 2019

The claimed four players off of waivers on Sunday, including quarterback Brandon Allen from the Los Angeles Rams, who will serve as Joe Flacco’s backup with rookie Drew Lock out…