Inside: The Week In Sports

CollegeFootball
Utah's comeback win against TCU puts the Mountain West school in position for aBCS berth • The coach Tennessee should target now that Phillip Fulmer is on hisway out

The NBA
Their bold trade for Allen Iverson gives the Pistons a player whose energy willtransform the team • The quick start of rookie Jason Thompson has been apleasant surprise in Sacramento

NASCAR
After winning in Phoenix, Jimmie Johnson is poised for a historic three-peat onSunday • Will Jeff Gordon go winless in 2008? • The race for rookie of theyear

The NFL
The release of cornerback DeAngelo Hall just eight games into a seven-yearcontract is the latest sign of mismanagement in Oakland • Dr. Z's pick: Titansover Jaguars

FantasyFootball
The bye weeks are over in the NFL, so owners should start clearing the deadwoodfrom their benches • It's time to make a move for one of Matt Ryan's favoritereceivers

THAT'S WHY IT'SCALLED THE MOUNTAIN WEST CONFERENCE
As dusk descended on the Wasatch Range last Thursday, Utah players warmed upfor their game against TCU at Rice-Eccles Stadium. The Utes prevailed, 13--10,to remain undefeated

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Photograph by John Biever