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	Jerry Glanville was right when he said NFL stands for "Not For Long" -- and that was before Dan Snyder came along. Just this month, we've seen the ax fall on former geniuses Tony Dungy, Dennis Green and Marty Schottenheimer. So why stop there? Page 2 makes the case for why all 31 coaches should hit the road. READY, AIM ... FIRE!

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	For 90 minutes this afternoon, Mark Cuban will be treating customers right at Dairy Queen, rather than mistreating NBA officials. Page 2 has a preview of the top 10 changes to expect with Cuban behind the counter and a look at what could possibly go wrong. Plus, columnist Jim Caple talked to some DQ managers and learned Cuban might be in for a long day.

10 Burning Questions		Makin' It Better

	Once again, Todd Martin is seeking his first major title -- this time at the Australian Open. To help take his mind off the pressure, Page 2 served up 10 Burning Questions at "the nicest man in tennis" on such subjects as going bald with Andre and Pete, trading fastballs with Roger Clemens, Gustavo Kuerten's bizarre 'do and, of course, Anna.		Big Mo is gone, and the Big A is back. The Angels have discarded those pinstriped uniforms -- that were a little less than flattering to guys like Mr. Vaughn -- and went back to more traditional jerseys and hats. Plus, they've returned to the old Big A logo. Now, it's up to you to vote on whether these are changes for the better.

You've already taken a look at Page 2's list of 10 irritating things at sporting events that must stop immediately. We asked for your thoughts and you filled our mailbag. Check out our readers' top 10 irritating things at sporting events, and be sure to vote in the poll to pick the most annoying thing you'd like to see end.
10]	TV cutaways and interviews with athlete's families "I actually sat through a Fresno State-Wisconsin game in which the announcers ignored a Fresno comeback to have a phone conversation with David Carr's wife!"

9]	Halftime interviews with coaches "I would rather watch a commercial, because, at least the outcome is less predictable."

8]	Men bringing baseball gloves to the park "There should be a law that no male over age 14 can bring a glove to a baseball game."

7]	Football coaches getting doused with Gatorade "Its the on-field equivalent of 'The Wave.' "

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NFL	FAVORITE	LINE	UNDERDOG	O/U
Saturday	Bears	2½	Eagles	32½
Saturday	Patriots	3½	Raiders	40½
Sunday	Steelers	5½	Ravens	32
Sunday	Rams	10	Packers	54½
MEN COLL. BB	FAVORITE	LINE	UNDERDOG	O/U
Thursday	Duke	5	Maryland	NL
All Times ET -- Bold indicates home team Complete Line


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	GATHERING MOSS Instead of another bashing of Randy Moss, Bob Halloran thanks the Vikes receiver for showing us we can always try harder.
	THE SPORTS GUY Bill Simmons goes from Statler and Waldorf of "The Muppet Show" to Britney Spears in less than 100 moves in his latest ramblings column.
	SMELLING A RAT Whitey Herzog's charges of reverse racism in baseball have Page 2's Ralph Wiley smelling a rat.
	MASCOT LOVE After Indiana University announced it would relent and develop a mascot, Dan Shanoff pondered the endless possibilities for the Hoosiers.
	PERILOUS PRETZEL George W. Bush isn't the first president put in harm's way while watching sports. Jim Caple reviews the history of peril in the Oval Office.


	If your favorite writer isn't on Page 2 today, click here to check out our full roster of columnists.

It's Peter Krause, left, one of the stars of HBO's "Six Feet Under," and Patriots QB Tom Brady, who hopes to put the Raiders six feet under Saturday night. Browse our archives of past pairs or click here to submit a future duo.

Kings at Nuggets
8 p.m. ET, TNT
Best and worst of the West.

Red Wings at Stars
8 p.m. ET, ESPN
Dallas tries to stop league-leading Detroit.

Men's hoops: DePaul at Cincinnati
9 p.m. ET, ESPN2
Blue Demons try to halt No. 8 Bearcats' 14-game winning streak.

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If you missed Page 2 over the last week, check out our back issues:
• Tues., Jan. 15: White Rat Poison
• Mon., Jan. 14: Pretzel peril
• Fri., Jan. 11: Lucky 13
• Thurs., Jan. 10: Knight moves
Other featured content:
• Sportoon: NFL playoffs
• The Power Poll
• Review of "Monday Night Mayhem"
• What Are They Thinking?

Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2002