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 Ben Roethlisberger drops back to pass against the Houston Texans Monday night at Heinz Field.
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Ben Roethlisberger drops back to pass against the Houston Texans Monday night at Heinz Field.

On the Steelers: In another test vs. best, Big Ben can stand tall

Ben Roethlisberger faces the next in the line of great QBs Sunday, when he can join elite company with his 100th win in his 150th start.


 Sidney Crosby controls the puck behind Flyers goaltender Ray Emery in the first period Wednesday at Consol Energy Center.

Flyers call the late shots to beat Penguins, 5-3

Three third-period goals continue Philadelphia’s trend at Consol Energy Center.



 Pitt's James Conner is congratulated by the student section after defeating Virginia Tech at Heinz Field Thursday night, October 16, 2014.

Clear favorite yet to emerge in ACC's Coastal Division

With no clear favorite, Pitt is looking to capitalize against its next two opponents, Georgia Tech and Duke.



 Andrew Luck of the Indianapolis Colts throws a pass during the game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Lucas Oil Stadium on October 19, 2014 in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Gene Collier: Long as they keep ball, Colts keep on winning

The ball-hogging Colts might well be unflappable on offense and defense, but their leader’s phone is certainly flippable.



 Michigan defensive end Frank Clark sacks Penn State quarterback Christian Hackenberg in the fourth quarter of an game in Ann Arbor, Mich., Saturday, Oct. 11, 2014. Michigan won 18-13.

Nittany Lions offense seeks consistency

Penn State defenders say they won’t rest while waiting on offense to come around.



 West Virginia's Shaquille Riddick sacks Baylor quarterback Bryce Petty in the third quarter at Milan Puskar Stadium in Morgantown Saturday afternoon.

West Virginia’s 3-3-5 defensive scheme earning high praise

Coordinator Tony Gibson re-applied the look after success with it more than a decade ago.



 Indianapolis Colts defensive end Cory Redding, right, celebrates after sacking Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Andy Dalton during the first half of a game Sunday, Oct. 19, 2014, in Indianapolis.

Steelers notebook: Defense a pleasant surprise for Colts

Within a year, the Colts have gone from one of the league’s worst defenses to one of its best, even without injured sackmaster Robert



District college notebook: Duquesne WR looking to become king

Talented Dukes receiver Chris King leads Division I-AA in three categories after his 2013 season was cut short by an injury.



 Penguins center Nick Spaling celebrates his goal in the first period Wednesday against the Flyers at Consol Energy Center.

Penguins notebook: Spaling’s versatility is promoted

Nick Spaling’s versatility earns him a promotion to center on the third line, bigger role in all facets of the game.



 Kansas City Royals' Salvador Perez hits a two-run scoring double in the sixth inning of Game 2 of the World Series against the San Francisco Giants Wednesday in Kansas City, Mo.

Royals get some payback vs. Giants, even World Series, 1-1

The Royals earned a 7-2 victory Wednesday night against the Giants that spiced things up as the Series shifts to San Francisco.


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    It was an odd sight to see Lawrence Timmons vomit on the field Monday, but he missed just one play and led the Steelers defense to a win.

    Ron Cook: Steelers linebacker Timmons shows intestinal fortitude

    It was an odd sight to see Lawrence Timmons vomit on the field Monday, but he missed just one play and led the Steelers defense to a win.



    The ball-hogging Colts might well be unflappable on offense and defense, but their leader’s phone is certainly flippable.

    Gene Collier: Long as they keep ball, Colts keep on winning

    The ball-hogging Colts might well be unflappable on offense and defense, but their leader’s phone is certainly flippable.

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