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Don’t Blame Contact Sports

Sports PhotoThe apparent suicide of NFL great Junior Seau has re-ignited a debate about sports being too dangerous. SC’s Brad Oremland acknowledges the risks and the need for player protection, but says we’re being too hard on activities like football and boxing. Complete Story

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NASCAR Top 10 Power Rankings: Week 11

Sports PhotoJimmie Johnson won at Darlington, snapping a 16-race winless streak and giving Hendrick Motorsports its 200th win. Denny Hamlin finished second, while Kurt Busch finished 21st, but is still “running.” Complete Story

NASCAR Top 10 Power Rankings: Week 10

Sports PhotoBrad Keselowski roared to the win at Talladega, then Tweeted all about it. Kyle Busch finished second, while Greg Biffle finished fifth and still holds the Sprint Cup points lead. Check out SC’s Jeffrey Boswell’s NASCAR rankings! Complete Story

NASCAR Top 10 Power Rankings: Week 9

Sports PhotoKyle Busch won at Richmond, capturing his first victory of the season, passing Tony Stewart in the pits after a controversial caution. Greg Biffle leads the point standings, with Dale Earnhardt, Jr. lurking only five behind. It’s the power rankings! Complete Story

Invicta Puts Women’s MMA in the Spotlight

Sports PhotoSaturday night featured the debut show of Invicta FC, a mixed martial arts promotion exclusively featuring women. SC’s Brad Oremland breaks down the good and bad of the performances and the broadcast. Complete Story

NASCAR Top 10 Power Rankings: Week 8

Sports PhotoDenny Hamlin won at Kansas, outlasting Martin Truex, Jr. to earn his second win of the year. Greg Biffle finished fifth and remained atop the Sprint Cup point standings as we head to Richmond. Complete Story

A Solution to the Concussion Craze

Sports PhotoThe concussion conundrum that has been at the forefront of the NFL and NHL over the past few years is a serious issue. This type of injury does not only harm fan bases and organizations, it jeopardizes the livelihood and future of victimized athletes. Complete Story

NASCAR Top 10 Power Rankings: Week 7

Sports PhotoGreg Biffle won at Texas Motor Speedway, out-dueling Jimmie Johnson to break a 49-race winless streak while extending his lead in the NASCAR point standings. Jimmie Johnson finished second, joining his three Hendrick teammates in the top 10. Complete Story

Why “The Ultimate Fighter” is Failing

Sports PhotoThe latest season of the UFC’s flagship reality show has drawn dismal TV ratings. SC’s Brad Oremland explains why, with April UFC rankings and a look ahead to next week’s championship bout. Complete Story

NASCAR Top 10 Power Rankings: Week 6

Sports PhotoRyan Newman won on a wild day at Martinsville, taking the win when leaders Jeff Gordon and Jimmie Johnson were spun on a late restart. Greg Biffle continued to hold the Sprint Cup points lead, while Dale Earnhardt, Jr. sits second. Complete Story

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