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December 25, 2002
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Rob Johnson won his only start this season -- against the Carolina Panthers.
Rob Johnson might get his turn
Rob Johnson could be next in line to start if Brad Johnson is not ready.

Bucs can't recover after turning it over
TAMPA -- Not surprisingly, the common thread through the Bucs' four losses this season has been turnovers. In two defeats to the Saints, one at Philadelphia and another Monday night against the Steelers, the Bucs have turned the ball over nine times.

John Romano: The joy is in the sharing
TAMPA -- She is 8 years old and eager to please.

Lightning
Hamrlik: Lightning's missing link?
Islanders defenseman Roman Hamrlik, who was supposed to be out until mid January with a separated left shoulder, has made a remarkable recovery and could be in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Hurricanes.

Top story
Charitable players receive more than they give

Goodwill, tax benefits and marketing opportunities spring from altruism.

2002: The Year in Review
Foul Balls

We've all heard it. Most of probably have said it. "It's not whether you win or lose, it's how you play the game." Athletic competition can bring out the best in us: grace, passion, agility, power, speed. It also can bring out the worst: greed, violence, rage, cheating and, well, just plain foolishness. Buffoons and malcontents carve out their own special niche every year. This year was no exception. We not-so-proudly present this year's by-no-means-complete collection.

NFL
Bears QB Chandler shows no ill effects

LAKE FOREST, Ill. -- The Bears aren't about to mess with Chris Chandler's head.

College football
Michigan completes its early workouts

ST. PETERSBURG -- Mission accomplished for Michigan, which went to Tampa on Tuesday after three days and six practices at Boca Ciega High School.

In brief
Defector Contreras agrees with Yankees

The Yankees' need to cut payroll ends at the U.S. border.

NHL
Eye injury leaves questions for Coyotes' Wilson

PHOENIX -- When the Coyotes' Landon Wilson looks out of his left eye, he still can't see much of anything.

College basketball
Indiana coach may be suspended 6 games for outburst

The Big Ten might suspend Indiana coach Mike Davis up to six games for charging onto the court in the waning moments of Saturday's game against Kentucky in Louisville.

Outdoors
Daily fishing report

Looking for red drum? Now's the time to start fishing those deep holes that redfish love to wallow in during low tide.

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