NFL's Gene Upshaw dies at age 63
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NFL Players Association executive director Gene Upshaw only knew for a few days that he was ill before suddenly dying, according to a statement released by the NFL Players Association.
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Merritt's run for gold leads US sweep in 400m
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LaShawn Merritt earned a gold medal in the men's 400 meters Thursday night at the Beijing Olympics as the United States earned a clean sweep of the event.

Injuries prove costly for Hackett, Barnidge
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Two newcomers who were expected to enhance the Carolina Panthers' receiving corps this season are playing catch-up because of preseason injuries.

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