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Guts & Glory: The Golden Age of American FootballImagine an iconic old-school NFL picture; chances are it was taken by Neil Leifer. The ex--SI photographer's best shots from the 1950s, '60s and '70s are in this 350-page volume from TASCHEN books. Limited-edition signed copies are selling now for $500. A more economical edition hits shelves next month.

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Patriots vs. DolphinsIt's another Bill Bowl, Pats coach Belichick against Miami overlord Parcells, and crucial to the AFC playoff race. Strategy geeks will get a glimpse into Belichick's scheming mind on Sunday: How will he deal with Miami's Wildcat formation? The Fish ambushed their AFC East rivals with the direct-snap attack in Week 3. Ronnie Brown ran wild (four TDs) in a 38--13 win.

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FireJoe Morgan.comBreathe easy, Hat Guy. The savagely funny site dedicated to poking fun at a certain ESPN analyst and holes in the work of other journalists is shutting down. (The three TV writers behind the blog are too busy to continue.) The site's archives will stay online, though?must reading for those who love baseball and hold those who write and talk about it to a higher standard.

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Vicktory Dog WinesLast week Michael Vick's lawyer said his client wants to return to the NFL when his prison term ends. While they plan protests, animal activists can toast the dogfighter's incarceration with reds from Carivintas Winery. The labels feature paintings of the 22 dogs rescued from Vick's compound; purchases benefit their new home, the Best Friends Animal Sanctuary.

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Clippers vs. NetsIt's not a glamour matchup, but New Jersey gave out free tickets for this Nov. 22 game to 2,000 out-of-work fans who submitted resumes to the Nets Job Bank, a network of corporate sponsors and season-ticket holders who may be hiring. The team will hold a job fair at the Izod Center before the game?and since the response was so strong, it plans another for early 2009.

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