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Deals of the Hour / September 5, 2010, 2:40 pm

Earthquakes-Dynamo Preview

... San Jose Earthquakes are still in contention for a playoff spot. For now, so are the Houston Dynamo. The Earthquakes ... not finish the chances when we had them," coach Frank Yallop told the Earthquakes ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-09-04T21:13:20Z)

Peace deal requires new approach: Netanyahu

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Sunday. Netanyahu, back from a Washington peace summit with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas at which they agreed to try to reach a framework accord within a year, (Source: msnbc.com 2010-09-05T17:01:36Z)

With season opener out of way, No. 19 Penn State can focus on top-ranked Alabama

... game that Penn State fans have circled on their calendars for years is almost here. After beating Youngstown State, the level of competition increases dramatically in Week 2 for the 19th-ranked Nittany Lions ... (Source: FOX News 2010-09-05T18:34:39Z)

The Florida Gators' John Brantley can escape Tim Tebow's long shadow, if he wins enough

Tim Tebow might have come up with an 11th Commandment. Big shoes, big shadow. This is what new University of Florida quarterback John Brantley has to ... also the conga line of success at Miami, where quarterback Jim ... (Source: St. Petersburg Times 2010-08-26T17:56:25Z)

NCAA rules Mississippi Jeremiah Masoli is eligible, former Oregon OB can play ...

Mississippi quarterback Jeremiah Masoli has been cleared to play football just ... Masoli played for Oregon the past two seasons, leading the Ducks to the Rose Bowl in 2009. But he was kicked off Oregon's team ... (Source: San Francisco Examiner 2010-09-04T07:15:48Z)

Nothing's certain for Penn State beyond Youngstown State

The Nittany Lions are set to begin another season against a tomato they can should smash into a feel-good mess, and yet, beyond that, nothing much really seems all that familiar. The legendary coach says ... (Source: York Daily Record 2010-09-03T00:07:30Z)

Obama: I didn't watch Beck rally

President Obama told NBC News that he didn't watch any of Glenn Beck's "Restoring Honor" rally on the National Mall on Saturday. But he said he doesn't find it surprising that "a Glenn Beck can stir up ... (Source: Chicago Sun-Times 2010-08-30T08:54:48Z)

Harley, union reach tentative agreement

MILWAUKEE — Harley ... terms of the proposed contract. "I can tell you it includes competitive compensation, and it also gives the company the flexibility it needs to remain competitive," company spokesman Bob Klein (Source: Denver Post 2010-09-04T07:08:39Z)

Coach Urban Meyer says No. 4 Florida has 'long way to go' after sloppy win over ...

... Gators entered the post-Tim Tebow era with four new assistant coaches ... Mike Pouncey zipped a snap past John Brantley, Chris Rainey coughed the ball up following a short reception and Emmanuel Moody bobbled a ... (Source: Republic 2010-09-05T19:31:55Z)

Projecting AFC West

Over the next week, The Sun's Jamison Hensley gives his predictions on how each of the NFL divisions will unfold this season. As always, this is not an exact science. 1. Oakland: Yes, the Raiders. You ... (Source: Weblogs.baltimoresun.com 2010-09-05T12:36:45Z)

Good reviews for Illini coordinators

more oomph in its 23-13 loss to Missouri. That was of small comfort to Petrino ... junior middle linebacker Martez Wilson had the highlight of his day when he forced a fumble. ''My neck won't be an issue at all,'' he ... (Source: Chicago Sun-Times 2010-09-05T04:58:37Z)

In symbolic move, Israeli-Palestinian peace talks to resume in holy city of Jerusalem

WASHINGTON (AP) — Israeli and Palestinian leaders ... officials said Sunday that Clinton would join Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas in Jerusalem on Sept. 15. (Source: Baltimore Sun 2010-09-05T18:41:49Z)

Illini Notes: Missouri QB a quick study under blitzes

... Missouri scored 20 unanaswered points to rally the Tigers from 10 points down to a 23-13 victory. Illini defensive ... DEFENSIVE NUMBERS: Illinois junior middle linebacker Martez Wilson is on pace for his big ... (Source: Peoria Journal Star 2010-09-05T01:16:42Z)

Illini notes: Defense can't catch Missouri's Gabbert

... Missouri scored 20 unanswered points to rally from 10 points down for a 23-13 victory. Illini defensive coordinator ... Defensive numbers Illinois junior middle linebacker Martez Wilson is on an early pace for a ... (Source: State Journal-Register 2010-09-05T04:58:37Z)

Harley-Davidson, union reach deal to keep plant in Wis.

Milwaukee (AP) — Harley-Davidson Motor Co ... The company declined to reveal Friday the terms of the proposed contract. Spokesman Bob Klein says it includes "competitive" compensation, and it gives the company the ... (Source: Marketplace.publicradio.org 2010-09-03T22:54:44Z)

one Palestinian killed in Israel's raid on Gaza

... coincides with the first direct peace talks in nearly two years between Israel and the Palestinians in Washington. Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas are aiming, (Source: Ya Libnan 2010-09-05T18:13:11Z)

Glenn Beck "Restoring Honor" Rally Crowd Estimate Explained

As part of our coverage of Glenn Beck's "Restoring Honor" rally Saturday ... amused to see that those who embraced my Obama inauguration estimate as soberly realistic are now attacking the Beck rally estimate, (Source: CBS News 2010-08-31T19:45:01Z)

Inman: Jon Gruden says get on the Oakland Raiders bandwagon

You have to love Jon Gruden's proclamation Wednesday that the Raiders can win the AFC West. Does his belief reek of loyalty to Raider Nation? Yes, and how great is that? Does Gruden, the Raiders ... (Source: Inside Bay Area 2010-09-01T23:54:22Z)

Devils get Kovalchuk, NHL-union strike deal

NEWARK, N.J. -- The New Jersey Devils did more than sign Ilya Kovalchuk to a $100 million contract. A byproduct of the revised 15-year deal was that the Devils helped the NHL and its players union reach an ... (Source: Delaware Online 2010-09-05T07:50:25Z)

Oakland Raiders Make the Playoffs and 10 Other Bold NFL Predictions

There is still a lot of work to be done in Oakland between now and January but maybe, just maybe, the Raiders can put it all together in a weak AFC West and claim a wild card spot. Oakland finally has an experienced ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-08-23T23:07:46Z)

Jeremiah Masoli can play for Ole Miss after all

Mississippi quarterback Jeremiah Masoli has been cleared to play football just ... Masoli played for Oregon the past two seasons, leading the Ducks to the Rose Bowl in 2009. But he was kicked off Oregon's team ... (Source: Nashville Tennessean 2010-09-03T21:57:28Z)

Harley, union reach deal

MILWAUKEE - Harley ... terms of the proposed contract. "I can tell you it includes competitive compensation, and it also gives the company the flexibility it needs to remain competitive," company spokesman Bob Klein (Source: The Ledger 2010-09-04T13:13:43Z)

With Tim Tebow's shadow looming, John Brantley gets his chance for Florida Gators

When the Gators open the John Brantley Era on Saturday against Miami (Ohio), 90,000 people will flood those same bleachers to see if he can fill the void Tim Tebow left when he went to the Denver Broncos. (Source: Palm Beach Interactive 2010-08-27T23:45:59Z)

Sports digest: NHL approves Ilya Kovalchuk's new deal with New Jersey Devils

The NHL has signed off on left wing Ilya Kovalchuk's latest contract with the New Jersey Devils. Five weeks after rejecting the Russian's landmark 17-year, $102 million contract with the Devils, the league ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-09-04T04:45:29Z)

Common bonds tie coaches

When Frank Yallop became a head coach in 2001 with the San Jose Earthquakes, he placed one of his first calls to Dominic Kinnear, who will face him again tonight when the Dynamo host the Earthquakes. (Return to story (Source: Houston Chronicle 2010-09-05T07:21:47Z)

Winners and losers: Ole Miss derailed

Blanchard's remarkable performance spoiled the Ole Miss debut of Jeremiah Masoli , who led Oregon to the Rose Bowl last season. Masoli transferred to Ole Miss after off-field problems caused Oregon to kick him off ... (Source: GamecockCentral.com 2010-09-05T06:17:21Z)

Defense sticks to basics

The play not only allowed Youngstown State to take the lead Saturday, but it also temporarily exposed the Penn State defense, an area of strength for the Nittany Lions. In hindsight, the Youngstown State wide ... (Source: Digital Collegian 2010-09-05T20:36:21Z)

Glenn Beck, Sarah Palin honor military at D.C. rally

... drank the Obama ... rally live. You can watch it here . Thousands of Glenn Beck supporters are assembling this morning on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., for the conservative broadcaster's "Restoring Honor" (Source: USA Today 2010-08-28T16:49:37Z)

San Jose Earthquakes hope Brazilian forwards can lift offense

... Frank Yallop. Eduardo, who like Geovanni ... But it won't be easy against the Dynamo, the team that left San Jose in 2005 to relocate in Houston. The Quakes have built a heated rivalry with the Dynamo since ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-09-05T10:20:44Z)

NHL News: New Jersey Devils And Ilya Kovalchuk Deal Ok'd By League

Second time's a charm. Kovalchuk, the Devils, and the League have agreed upon a 15-year $100 million contract that comes in just below the 17-year, $102 million contract that was voided by the league ... (Source: Inside Pulse 2010-09-04T17:24:16Z)

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