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Was that Bobby Layne under center for the Lions? Was that John Hannah opening holes for the Pats? Forgive Tuesday Morning Quarterback, but he was a little confused by the NFL's Throwback Week. In fact, our man is experiencing such serious flashbacks that he transported his column back to 1930. We recommend bed rest.
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Page 2's Ralph Wiley is on a quest to find the best player in the NBA. After considering Alley I, the Truth, KG, GP and J-Kidd, our man ventured down to the O-rena to catch the high-flying, mano-a-mano battle between Kobe and T-Mac. He was treated to a thrilling game of "Can You Top This?", and he came convinced he had found the Association's top baller ... but it wasn't either Mr. Bryant or Mr. McGrady.

It's In The Game! Picture This
The NFL says it wants less violence and more realism in its video games. (Have these guys actually seen an injury report lately?) Well, if they want to make their cyber games look like the real thing, then Page 2 has a handful of suggestions for how to bring more joy to your X-box.
 Have you heard the one about the Pope and Mike Piazza? Neither have we, but this snapshot of the Mets catcher and the pontiff did earn a spot in Page 2's Strange But True Photo Album. We've also got weird shots of bikini-clad fans, Boris Becker ... and, of course, it wouldn't be Page 2 without Michael Jackson.

HUNTER S. THOMPSON
In between losing his shirt on the Buccaneers and packing his bags for Honolulu, the Good Doctor decided to get a little sentimental on us. Page 2's Hunter S. Thompson reflects on his relationship with famed sportswriter Grantland Rice and the role "Uncle Grant" played in his development.


We always love to second-guess, so this week's list is the 10 worst coaching decisions of all time. Check out our list, then vote in the poll to crown the top coaching blunder of them all.
10]  Bird-brained
With the Pacers and Lakers tied near the end of regulation in Game 4 of the 2000 NBA Finals, Indiana coach Larry Bird calls on Travis Best over Reggie Miller as the go-to guy.
9]  Dennis Green sits on it
The Vikings and Falcons are tied at 27 in the NFC championship game on Jan. 17, 1999. Vikings ball, 30 seconds on the clock, third-and-three on their own 30-yard line. Minnesota still has two timeouts remaining, but Green decides to run out the clock.
8]  Switzer's decision
On a frigid December Sunday in 1995 at Veterans Stadium, Dallas has the ball on its own 29 with 2 minutes remaining. Fourth and a foot. Head coach Barry Switzer goes for a first down, and Philly's defense stops Emmitt Smith cold.
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NFL FAVORITE LINE UNDERDOG O/U
Sunday Patriots 4½ Bills 44½
Sunday Chiefs 3 Rams 46½
Sunday Buccaneers 3½ Falcons 39
Sunday Titans 2 Colts 43½
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Thursday Fresno State 1½ La. Tech NL
Saturday Navy 3 Army NL
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Got a comment about something you've seen on Page 2? Here's your chance to sound off to the editors and columnists. Plus, if you'd like to send an e-mail to The Sports Guy, here's your direct link to Bill Simmons.


THE SPORTS GUY
As he hit the road for Hollywood, Page 2's Bill Simmons reflected on his decade in Boston.

FREE STYLE
Jerry West's time has passed. That's why he must go as the NBA logo silhouette in favor of something more timely, writes Eric Neel.

THE WATER COOLER
A weekend of overdosing on turkey and television provided the familiar voices of the Old School Broadcasters for Brian Murphy.

SUV HELL
Driving an SUV hardly makes you a rugged outdoorsman, writes Page 2's Jim Caple.

JUMBO FANS
David Halberstam condemns all the non-sporting event shenanigans.
If your favorite writer isn't on Page 2 today, click here to check out our full roster of columnists.


This match is a "Wonderland." It's golfer Lee Westwood, left, and singer/songwriter John Mayer. Page 2 has received 32 requests for this match. Browse our archives of past pairs or click here to submit a future duo.


Canucks at Islanders
7 p.m. ET, NHL Center Ice
Vancouver aims for 11th straight win.
 
Men's basketball: Maryland at Indiana
9 p.m. ET, ESPN
NCAA final rematch in ACC-Big Ten Challenge.
 
Men's basketball: North Carolina at Illinois
9:30 p.m. ET, ESPN2
Fresh off Preseason NIT victory, Tar Heels face tough Illini.
 
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