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Texas looks to make point in Fiesta Bowl (AP)
Texas coach Mack Brown has a theory about bowl games. "If the teams are fairly even, the team that wants to be there the most and has the edge and is more motivated usually wins," Brown said. If third-ranked Texas had a choice, it would be in Miami preparing to face Florida for the BCS title. But the Longhorns still have plenty of motivation against No.

Report: QB Cassel to get franchise tag (AP)
The New England Patriots plan to put the franchise tag on quarterback Matt Cassel, according to a published report. Cassel's future hinges heavily on Tom Brady's recovery from a season-ending knee injury in the first game this season. Franchising Cassel would keep him from becoming an unrestricted free agent and give the Patriots an option if they feel Brady might not be ready for the start of the...

Source: Cubs to give Bradley $30M deal (AP)

In this June 27, 2008 photo, Texas Rangers designated hitter Milton Bradley during an at-bat in a Major League baseball game against the Philadelphia Phillies in Arlington, Texas. The Chicago Cubs and free agent Bradley reached a preliminary agreement Monday, Jan. 5, 2009, on a $30 million, three-year contract, according to a person familiar with the negotiations. The deal is subject to a physical scheduled for Thursday, the person said, speaking on condition of anonymity because the deal has not been finalized.

The Chicago Cubs and free agent Milton Bradley reached a preliminary agreement Monday on a $30 million, three-year contract, according to a person familiar with the negotiations. The deal is subject to a physical scheduled for Thursday, the person said, speaking on condition of anonymity because the deal had not been finalized.
Tomlinson could be sidelined Sunday (AP)
There was the strained groin in 2004, the lingering rib injury in 2005, a jaw injury in 2006, the knee injury in last year's playoffs and then his jammed right big toe earlier this season. Now there's the groin injury that's dogging LaDainian Tomlinson to the point that he might have to sit out the San Diego Chargers' playoff game at Pittsburgh on Sunday.

Rays, Burrell agree to $16M, 2-year deal (AP)

In this Oct. 12, 2008, Philadelphia Phillies' Pat Burrell tosses his bat after striking out during the fourth inning in Game 3 of the National League baseball championship series against the Los Angeles Dodgers in Los Angeles. The Tampa Bay Rays added a big bat for the middle of their batting order, agreeing to a $16 million, two-year contract with Pat Burrell.

Pat Burrell went from one World Series team to the other. The Tampa Bay Rays added a big bat to the middle of their lineup, agreeing Monday on a $16 million, two-year contract with Burrell. The 32-year-old slugger spent the past nine seasons with the Philadelphia Phillies, who defeated the Rays in the World Series a little more than two months ago.
Twins owner Carl Pohlad dead at 93 (AP)

In this Sept. 23, 2003, file photo, Minnesota Twins owner Carl Pohlad, right, shakes hands with Twins pitcher Kenny Rogers in the locker room after the Twins clinched the AL Central title with a 4-1 win over the Cleveland Indians in Minneapolis. Pohlad died Monday, Jan. 5, 2009, a baseball official said. He was 93.

Carl Pohlad, a billionaire banker whose Minnesota Twins won two World Series titles during nearly his nearly quarter-century as owner, died Monday. He was 93. The Twins and Major League Baseball each issued a statement confirming his death. Baseball commissioner Bud Selig called Pohlad "a true leader in our sport for the past 25 years." "Since the day Carl Pohlad entered Major League Baseball, he...
Harrison named AP's top defensive player (AP)

This Nov. 30, 2008 file photo shows Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker James Harrison (92) drawing a bead on New England Patriots running back Sammy Morris (34) as he takes the handoff from New England Patriots quarterback Matt Cassel (16) during first quarter action of their NFL game in Foxborough, Mass.. Harrison, the best player on the NFL's best defense, has won The Associated Press 2008 Defensive Player of the Year award, Monday Jan. 5, 2009.

Kent State once sent a linebacker to the Pittsburgh Steelers who epitomized everything the Steel Curtain was about. That was Jack Lambert. The current version of the hard-hitting, versatile and dynamic former Kent Stater in Steel City is James Harrison, The Associated Press 2008 Defensive Player of the Year.
Harangody's 31 lift Irish over Hoyas (AP)
Luke Harangody had 31 points and 11 rebounds and No. 13 Notre Dame shot 45 percent against No. 9 Georgetown in a 73-67 victory Monday night that ended a five-game losing streak to the Hoyas. Harangody, who had never scored more than 13 points in three previous games against Georgetown, scored Notre Dame's final 13 points of the first half to give the Irish an 11-point lead.

Cards WR Boldin uncertain vs. Panthers (AP)
Arizona wide receiver Anquan Boldin has a strained left hamstring and his status is uncertain for Saturday night's NFC divisional playoff game at Carolina. "We'll see how it goes this week," coach Ken Whisenhunt said at his Monday news conference. Boldin was injured on a 71-yard touchdown pass from Kurt Warner in the second quarter of Arizona's 30-24 wild-card playoff victory over the Atlanta...

Sources: KC talking to Pioli for GM job (AP)
Scott Pioli, who helped build the New England Patriots' dynasty, may have a second suitor among teams looking for general managers. Pioli, 43, was scheduled to meet with Kansas City Chiefs owner and board chairman Clark Hunt, possibly Monday, persons with knowledge of the meeting told The Associated Press.