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Tuesday Morning Quarterback is a patriot. No, not a New England Patriot, but an American patriot. And he doesn't just talk the talk, he walks the walk ... this time by coming up with a slogan for every major U.S. government agency, including the CIA (we'd like to tell you what his CIA slogan is, but then we'd have to kill you).
TMQ: HOW LOW CAN YOU SLOGAN?




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Will Gary Payton be content to play out the season without a contract extension? Is the 34-year-old point guard worth a long-term deal? Are the Sonics actually going anywhere anyway? And is GP ever really happy? As Charley Rosen catches up with the Sonics in today's edition of his 2002-03 Basketball Diary, he ponders the latest chapter of a Glove story.

Mystery Photo Reel Life
The Yanks didn't win the World Series, so that means it's an (off)season of change in the Bronx. With so many guys coming and going, Jason Giambi might have trouble recognizing his teammates -- but we still can't figure out why he's hanging out with these two little guys in our Mystery Photo. Perhaps you can help explain things.
If you watched "The Junction Boys" on ESPN, you're probably wondering one thing: Was Bear Bryant really that much of a cold-hearted drill sergeant? (You're also probably wondering how anyone could practice all day in 114-degree heat.) Don't worry, Page 2's Reel Life series offers a reality check that supplies both answers.

THE LAKERS ON "JENNY JONES"
Are you an NBA player living in the Los Angeles area who's sick of hearing smack from your 7-foot-2 teammate? Then you won't want to miss the next episode of "The Jenny Jones Show." You won't believe what you'll hear when several Lakers join us to proclaim, "He Think He All That, But He Ain't."


Although it's the season of good cheer, it's also a time to reflect. And Page 2 is here to reflect on the 10 things that ticked off sports fans the most in 2002. Check out our list of grievances and then vote for the one that irked you the most.
10]  The Exploitation of LeBron James
Lots of folks are making money already off a kid who's only 17 years old. He might be wise beyond his years, he might have the best advisors, and he might end up OK in the long run. But we're still very concerned.
9]  Loooong games
When baseball fans, who tend to really appreciate the leisurely aspects of the sport, start to get fidgety, you know there's something seriously wrong.
8]  Figure skating scandal
As we saw at Salt Lake this year, the method of determining the winners depends on unreliable, corrupt judges and a scoring system that doesn't work. The pairs judging and the bumbling bureaucratic aftermath at the Winter Games was a disgrace.
7]  Baseball's new drug policy
Baseball's new labor agreement includes steroid testing -- with so many caveats and conditions that it's laughable.
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NFL FAVORITE LINE UNDERDOG O/U
Sunday Raiders 4 Broncos 47½
Sunday Packers 6½ Bills 42½
Sunday Patriots 4 Jets 41½
Monday Bucs 4½ Steelers 40½
COLLEGE FB FAVORITE LINE UNDERDOG O/U
Fiesta Bowl Miami 13 Ohio State 51
Orange Bowl USC 6 Iowa 57
Rose Bowl Oklahoma 6½ Wash. State NL
Sugar Bowl Georgia 3½ Florida State NL
All Times ET | Bold indicates home team
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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
When it comes to fantasy sports trades, Page 2's Bill Simmons is a cold-blodded killer -- and he's ready to pass on his craft..

THE WATER COOLER
Brian Murphy believes the Heisman Trophy is as a great tradition, but it doesn't always lead to NFL glory. Isn't that right Mr. Ware?

HEY, RUBE
The Good Doctor visits the Honolulu Marathon, searching for the answer to the age-old question, "Why do these buggers run?"

FOR PETE'S SAKE
Page 2's spies were there when Mike Schmidt, Pete Rose and Bud Selig got together for a secret meeting.

BASKETBALL DIARY
While everyone's praising LeBron James, Page 2's Charley Rosen saw plenty of ample holes in the 17-year-old's game.
If your favorite writer isn't on Page 2 today, click here to check out our full roster of columnists.


Only Jennifer Aniston can tell them apart. It's actor Brad Pitt, left, and Squatch, the Sonics mascot. Browse our archives of past pairs or click here to submit a future duo for Page 2.


College football: Cincinnati vs. North Texas
7 p.m. ET, ESPN2
You've been waiting all year for the New Orleans Bowl.
 
Men's hoop: Gonzaga vs. N.C. State
7 p.m. ET, ESPN
Bulldogs try to get back in rankings against No. 25 Wolfpack at Jimmy V Classic.
 
Men's hoop: Oregon vs. Cincinnati
9 p.m. ET, ESPN
No. 5 Ducks try to climb up the polls at Jimmy V Classic.
 
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If you missed Page 2 over the last week, check out our back issues:
• Mon., Dec. 16: Basketball Jones
• Fri., Dec. 13: Charlie Hustling
• Thurs., Dec. 12: Waiting For LeBron
• Wed., Dec. 11: Hidden Agenda

Other featured content:
• LeBron James gives up basketball
• NFL Stud & Dud for Week 15
• 10 Burning Questions with Tom Berenger
• Vote for the best hat in sports history
• The List: 10 most hyped phenoms of all-time
• The List: 10 phenoms who flopped the most
Tuesday, Dec. 17, 2002
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