Leading Off

Cat Scans

Several Panthers were caught in the spotlight during the national anthem at the BankAtlantic Center in Sunrise, Fla., last Friday. They didn't come up as big in the game, however, losing to the Senators 6--4.

Brazil Nuts

On Sunday entrants gathered on Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro, anticipating the 600-meter swim to start the Triathlon da Lagoa de Cima.

Light on his Feet

Donnie Jones of the Dolphins booted one of his five punts against the Lions at Ford Field on Thanksgiving. Lowly Detroit ran up a 10--0 lead in the first nine minutes, then caved as Miami won its fourth straight, 27--10.

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