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Penalty on Bears’ trick return treats Pack bettors

As a brilliant trick play unfolded, Johnny Knox put a major scare into everyone who bet against the Chicago Bears. A last-minute punt return for a touchdown appeared to produce a miracle point-spread cover.

Not siding with Brady, Patriots recipe for headache

A migraine headache typically lasts for hours, and the symptoms can include nausea and vomiting. The throbbing pain can be triggered by stress or the agonizing regret of betting against Tom Brady and the New England Patriots.

Romo’s blunders cost Dallas, not books

In another prime-time game high on drama, it was amazing to watch Tony Romo lead the New York Jets to a comeback victory.

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Thrilling shootout in opener bound to buoy books

It was a shot of 5-hour Energy with a Red Bull chaser. Aaron Rodgers racked up three touchdown passes in the first quarter, and from there it was a high-speed chase.

Flattening UNLV first step for QB Wilson, Wisconsin

In essence, Russell Wilson was a free agent in search of the best deal he could get. With the way some players are being paid in college football, an impact quarterback could have cashed in big time.

Games don’t count, but NFL still stirs interest

Under normal circumstances, the San Diego Chargers probably would have won and covered in a blowout. Philip Rivers showed no signs of rust, firing passes as if it were November.

Irish pieces in place for big season

Right or wrong, one of the most predictable moves of the college football offseason occurred last week when Notre Dame reinstated wide receiver Michael Floyd. It was as close as it gets to a sure thing.

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