Thursday, January 13, 2011

Sports

N.F.L. Playoffs
Troy Polamalu has won two Super Bowl titles with the Steelers. His team faces the Ravens on Saturday.
Gene J. Puskar/Associated Press

Troy Polamalu has won two Super Bowl titles with the Steelers. His team faces the Ravens on Saturday.

Safety Troy Polamalu, the Steelers’ most valuable player, has found a guide for life and football in the book “Counsels From the Holy Mountain.”

Weekly Conference Calls Give N.F.L.’s Key Figures a Chance to Say Little

When reporters dial, the answers to their questions range from colorful to bland, depending on who’s on the line.

Using Time, and Timeouts, Wisely

Clock management is a complicated part of the game that has posed challenges for N.F.L. coaches.

Coach Promises a Selfless Restoration at Michigan

Brady Hoke, a former Michigan assistant, was hired to a seemingly near-universal embrace among Michigan’s former players and promised that tradition would be his centerpiece.

Jazz 131, Knicks 125

No Defense Means No Victory for the Knicks

Against the Utah Jazz in the last game of their trip, the Knicks fell victim to some familiar problems.

It’s Not St. John’s Night in 2 Losses at Garden

After No. 4 Syracuse defeated the St. John’s men’s team, 76-59, No. 2 UConn rolled past the Red Storm women, 84-52.

Rangers, Lagging at Home, Face a Test

The Rangers, who have won only 10 of 21 games at home, host the Sedin twins and league-leading Vancouver on Thursday.

Multimedia

Slide Show: Photo Replay: Jan. 11

Spectators head to the Chilean desert during the Argentina-Chile Dakar Rally, the Grand Sumo Tournament is held in Tokyo and more.

On Baseball

Hoffman’s Talent Was Not Limited To Pitching

Trevor Hoffman’s 601 saves will surely be enough to earn him a spot in the Hall of Fame. His peers, however, will remember him for much more.

Sports Replay: Jan 12

A view of the day in sports, with big blocks, big crowds, hard hits and a long drive through Argentina.

Point/Counterpoint
The Road to the Super Bowl

Which N.F.L. team has the right makeup to reach the Super Bowl? After watching our editors debate, vote or make your own prediction.

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