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The sports world is a fickle place. One day, you're as hip as "Lord of the Rings." The next day, you're as out as "Lord of the Dance." Just ask George O'Leary or Peyton Manning or Randy Moss. Page 2 can tell you today who will become yesterday's news tomorrow, so check out our list of what's hot and what's not for 2002.
PAGE 2'S HOT LIST FOR 2002

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While folks in Eugene, Lincoln and Coral Gables argue over a mythical championship, Page 2 is here to hand out a crown that really means something. Find out who will start 2002 as the No. 1 team in our Power Poll. The Rams, Blue Devils, Mets and Wizards are all making a case -- and, no, we haven't forgotten the 'Canes, 'Huskers and Ducks.

Sportoon Mystery Photo
Mike Tyson ain't the only one throwing around crystal balls this time of year. It seems everyone is making predictions for 2002, and Page 2 cartoonist Kurt Snibbe is no different. The latest Sportoon predicts what's ahead in the new year for Shaq, Anna, Tiger and others.
Was Vincent Lecavalier trying to imitate Wile E. Coyote, perform the Lambeau Leap or simply get out of Tampa? Page 2 couldn't figure out why the Lightning center went head-first into the glass, so we asked for your help with our Mystery Photo. Check out the best explanations.


Last week, we looked at the worst moves of 2001, so now it's time to look at the best. Check out Page 2 editors' choices for the 10 best moves, then send us your choice for the smartest move. Then later this week we'll run readers' choices with a poll to crown the year's best move.
10]  TNT turns over its NBA pregame, halftime and postgame shows to Charles Barkley.
Only the funniest man in the business.
9]   Chicago Bears offer head coach Dick Jauron a contract extension.
OK, anybody would have done the same thing. But not being stupid is smart.
8]   Pittsburgh Steelers coach Bill Cowher sticks with Kordell Stewart.
Sometimes, patience is a virtue, even in the NFL.
7]   New York Islanders obtain Michael Peca and Alexei Yashin and pick up goalie Chris Osgood in waiver draft.
How to go from perennial losers to serious playoff contenders with just three moves.
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NFL FAVORITE LINE UNDERDOG O/U
Sunday Raiders 4½ Jets 41½
Sunday Seahawks 4 Chiefs 41
Sunday Bucs 3 Eagles 35
Sunday Patriots 6½ Panthers 38½
Sunday Bears 6 Jaguars 33
Monday Ravens 10½ Vikings 37½
COLLEGE FB FAVORITE LINE UNDERDOG O/U
Rose Bowl Miami 9 Nebraska 55
Orange Bowl Florida 15½ Maryland 61
All Times ET -- Bold indicates home team
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THE SPORTS GUY
Does anyone care about all these bowl games? Page 2 sent The Sports Guy to the Galleryfurniture.com Bowl to find out.

THE WATER COOLER
Misanthropes? Substance abusers? Irrational sports fans? Page 2's Brian Murphy has found the perfect home for his Water Cooler.

GETTING TESTY
Did you pay attention in 2001? Test your IQ with our Year-End News Quiz or take a look back at the strange odyssey of '01.

ALI VS. ALI
How accurate was "Ali" with the real story of The Greatest? Page 2's Ralph Wiley compares the film with the original.
If your favorite writer isn't on Page 2 today, click here to check out our full roster of columnists.


It's actor Freddie Prinze Jr., left, who played a pitcher in "Summer Catch," and Oregon Ducks QB Joey Harrington, who played pitch-and-catch all day in the Fiesta Bowl. Page 2 has received 28 requests for this match. Browse our archives of past pairs or click here to submit a future duo for Page 2.

College football: Florida vs. Maryland
8 p.m. ET, ABC
Terps out to prove they're for real against Gators in reptilian Orange Bowl.
 
Mighty Ducks vs. Red Wings
8 p.m. ET, ESPN
Opposite ends of Western Conference standings.
 
Men's hoops: Arkansas at Memphis
9:30 p.m. ET, ESPN2
Both unranked, but promise a good matchup.
 
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If you missed Page 2 over the last week, check out our back issues:
• Mon., Dec. 31: Whocares.com Bowl
• Fri., Dec. 28: Year in Review
• Thurs., Dec. 27: Classic Ramblings
• Wed., Dec. 26: NFL's All-Resented
• Mon., Dec. 24: Let it Snow
Other featured content:
• The Year in Sex & Sports
• Sportoon: Unhappy returns in NFL
• The Power Poll: Best of '01
• The Island of Misfit Athletes
• 10 Burning Questions with Dan Rather
Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2002
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