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The Bears fullback helped make a famous running game possible—and contributed far more than blocks.
The Bears fullback helped make a famous running game possible—and contributed far more than blocks.
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A last-play rescue should not hide the long stretch when the offence stopped producing.
A last-play rescue should not hide the long stretch when the offence stopped producing.
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Atlanta first chose Tua Tagovailoa for the opener. Friday’s injury decision changed that plan; the original selection still explains why it was never a season-long guarantee.
Friday’s injury decision changed Monday’s starting plan. The earlier selection is now background; the linked analysis disting...
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GB&I overturned a bleak morning to beat the United States. The drama came from individual matches becoming a collective recovery.
GB&I overturned a bleak morning to beat the United States. The drama came from individual matches becoming a collective recov...
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Australia have retained him for South Africa despite a difficult run. The selectors' backing should not be confused with evidence that the batting problem has already been solved.
Australia have retained him for South Africa despite a difficult run. The selectors' backing should not be confused with evid...
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Manchester City started strongly, Arsenal found a narrow win and Chelsea dropped points. The quality behind those results matters more than an instant prediction table.
Manchester City started strongly, Arsenal found a narrow win and Chelsea dropped points. The quality behind those results mat...
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Winning from 19th creates a memorable headline. His early progress through the field offers a more specific explanation of how the race became possible.
Winning from 19th creates a memorable headline. His early progress through the field offers a more specific explanation of ho...
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The captain will remain at the club in a new role. Preserving his knowledge is valuable, but the next on-field leaders still need room to emerge.
The captain will remain at the club in a new role. Preserving his knowledge is valuable, but the next on-field leaders still...
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The final was not a procession. Its closing legs show why sustained pressure and finishing matter more than a simple winner-versus-loser narrative.
The final was not a procession. Its closing legs show why sustained pressure and finishing matter more than a simple winner-v...
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A development appointment rarely creates a dramatic highlight. Its success may be more important: keeping promising players supported through the difficult transition to senior rugby.
A development appointment rarely creates a dramatic highlight. Its success may be more important: keeping promising players s...
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The new assistants arrive before a demanding Nations League programme. Their value will depend on clear responsibilities and a shared message.
The new assistants arrive before a demanding Nations League programme. Their value will depend on clear responsibilities and...
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The specialist mentor brings experience and stature. The practical test is whether that becomes clearer decisions for the current players.
The specialist mentor brings experience and stature. The practical test is whether that becomes clearer decisions for the cur...