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The season finale isn't pretty for the offense, but it's worth next week off, is the Bucs first win when the kickoff is below 40 degrees and is their 12th win of the season. • More photos: Click here • John Romano: Gimme five! • Sound bites Bucs want compensation for right to talk to Parcells CHAMPAIGN, Ill. -- A year after Bill Parcells signed a contract to become the next Buccaneers coach, only to change his mind and remain retired, Tampa Bay wants to be compensated if Parcells is courted by another team. Club sees a Pittman it sought all along CHAMPAIGN, Ill. -- He purposefully got dressed in his locker room stall, as if savoring the glory of the moment.. Gramatica comes through Two years after costing the Bucs a first-round bye, the kicker's five field goals produces one. Defense returns to dominant form Tampa Bay isn't sack-happy but numbers (4 INTs, 218 yards allowed) still work in its favor. Media designate QB Johnson MVP 11-year vet Brad Johnson, in his second year with the Bucs, has one of his best seasons. Gary Shelton: Johnson's health determines fate CHAMPAIGN, Ill. -- For the Bucs, the finest play of the night came late, far away from the crowd and the cameras. Lightning Lightning earns powerful victory Four power-play goals and Brad Richards' three assists help lead to a 5-3 win against the Rangers. Ranger makes first trip back to Tampa TAMPA -- When Gordie Dwyer arrived in Tampa three years ago, he was a 21-year-old second-year pro looking for a chance to break into the NHL. NFL Colts shrug off Jaguars, win way into playoffs INDIANAPOLIS -- The Colts hoped on Sunday to fix some of their flaws in time for the AFC playoffs. They settled for a win. Browns' wait worthwhile CLEVELAND -- They won and waited. And then, the Browns were forced to wait some more before they could celebrate. Saints finish with a thud, out of playoffs NEW ORLEANS -- The Saints were so close to the playoffs, just one win away with three chances to get in. Jets win East, deny Packers EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- Like the fans tailgating outside Giants Stadium to the broadcasted sounds of a game in another city, Jets players settled into their locker room early Sunday afternoon and watched a little football. Pats, Fins lose waiting game FOXBORO, Mass. -- The Patriots leaped for joy, the Dolphins hung their heads. Then both waited to see if they'd make the playoffs. Titans clinch bye in return to hostile Houston HOUSTON -- Though it has been six years since owner Bud Adams moved the Oilers to Tennessee, fans haven't forgotten. NFL Round-up Steelers 34, Ravens 31 Wild day sees all playoff dramas settled The Jets, Browns, Colts and Falcons are the last ones in the 12-team field. Cowboys future in air for Smith, Campo In possibly his last game with Dallas, Emmitt Smith, the league's all-time leading rusher, gained a season-low 13 yards on 18 carries in a 20-14 loss to Washington. Rams limp into finale against division rival ST. LOUIS -- It's the end of the line for the defending NFC champions, a month earlier than they had expected. College football Jacksonville sheriff investigates player's arrest JACKSONVILLE BEACH -- The Jacksonville sheriff has ordered internal affairs officials to investigate the arrest of Notre Dame linebacker Chad DeBolt because of bruises he sustained when picked up for causing a disturbance at a nightclub. Tigers' coordinator enjoys homecoming ORLANDO -- Auburn defensive coordinator Gene Chizik hasn't had enough time to really savor his homecoming the past few days as the No.19 Tigers prepare to play No.10 Penn State in the Capital One Bowl. UM center distracts foes with his jokes PHOENIX -- Miami senior center Brett Romberg might have a career to fall back on if the NFL doesn't work out: stand-up comedy. UF coach to receive contract bonuses TAMPA -- One month after Wednesday's Outback Bowl, Florida coach Ron Zook will get extra cash for his efforts. 'Noles' Emanuel switching roles NEW ORLEANS -- Florida State junior Kevin Emanuel, who started all 13 games at defensive end, will shift to tackle to add experience and depth to a position in need of both. 2002: The Year in Review The good, the bad and the ugly The Seminoles bumbled, the Gators tumbled and the Bulls grumbled -- about the cockamamy bowl system. NHL Forsberg's hat trick helps Colorado roll DENVER -- As one of the league's top scorers, Peter Forsberg always has taken an odd approach: pass first, score second. College basketball Stanford stuns Arizona with late rally STANFORD, Calif. -- Sebnem Kimyacioglu scored a career-high 19 and blocked a crucial shot in the closing minutes as sixth-ranked Stanford rallied from a 13-point second-half deficit to defeat No. 21 Arizona 82-74 Sunday. Terps begin title defense with narrow escape COLLEGE PARK, Md. -- Drew Nicholas had been there. So had fellow Maryland seniors Steve Blake, Ryan Randle and Tahj Holden. Bulls follow blueprint to coach's milestone A well-executed 68-56 win over East Tennessee State hands Seth Greenberg his 100th win at USF. In brief Historic Cinergy Field demolished The ballpark that was home to Pete Rose's Big Red Machine and the site of Hank Aaron's 714th home run was reduced to rubble in less than a minute Sunday. NBA Suns get needed lift from rookie CLEVELAND -- Amare Stoudemire played with the intensity of a hyperactive high schooler and the physical presence of a polished professional.
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