Smith and Dungy already have sealed a huge victory for minority coaches, regardless of who brings home a championship. "I’m happy for both coaches," Colts defensive end Dwight Freeney said. "I hope we get to the point we don’t have to hear about it."
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Giants Hire African American GM
The only other black general managers in the NFL are Baltimore’s Ozzie Newsome and Houston’s Rick Smith. There are several black men who have considerable say in front offices, notably Rod Graves of Arizona, whose title is senior vice president-football operations.
Jets Rope Texans, Big!
The win pushed the Jets over the .500 mark, as they are now, 6-5 entering that now so called "easy", part of their schedule. In addition, they won showing stellar defense that has come about since the 3-4 is back in style.
Howard Edges Delaware State
Delaware State fell short in their championship run in a stunning upset at the hands of Howard 20-17 at Greene Stadium. The Hornets most likely will end their 2006 campaign at 8-3 and 6-2 in the MEAC.
NCCU’s Gilbert Is Hero Again
With the win the Eagles, currently the No. 1 seed in the Southeast Region, will have a first round bye in the Division II Playoffs and will host the winner of Delta State/Elizabeth City State
The Alis Come To Town
Laila Ali looked great and we are not just talking about her looks and figure. She hadn’t been in the ring in over 11 months, yet showed no ring rust.
Inzikuru Wins With Ease
“I am recovering from a left leg injury, and have been training only in the last few days, but luckily I’m not feeling any pain,� said Uganda’s Inzikuru. “This is a hard course but I loved it and it wasn’t a difficult to win…�
Mayweather’s Simply The Best
Naysayers claim he looked non-superb. Naysayers claim he should have knocked out Carlos Baldomir. But who has lately knocked out Carlos Baldomir? And who has lately won every round of a title fight? And who has done so with one hand injured with fans rooting against him?
Bravo Jets, Boo Giants
The Jets are not clicking on all cylinders but they are making those that work, work. they are 2-1 and it could well be 3-0. But you know what I like about these gents? They say hey it is early and being on top now is nice but being on top at the end is what counts.
T.O. Suicide Bid?
The report said Owens was asked by rescue workers "if he was attempting to harm himself, at which time (he) stated, ‘Yes."’ The Dallas police report said the 32-year-old Owens told his friend "that he was depressed." Details of the police report were first reported by WFAA-TV.