1.   Guys may strike it big on the endorsement circuit partly for good looks or a charming personality.

2.   His friends say that the last year has exacted a heavy financial toll, and that Pope has one last shot at striking it big with his Russian connection.

3.   Hyperbole is building up in Midtown Manhattan, where Scott Layden is getting ready for another round of hits unless he strikes it big in the draft lottery.

4.   Murdoch, who owns the New York Post, Fox Broadcasting and TV Guide, is also looking to strike it big in the news business.

5.   Murdoch, whose properties include the New York Post, Fox Broadcasting and TV Guide, is also looking to strike it big in the news business.

6.   The Rangers were hoping to strike it big with a couple of nonroster pitchers.

7.   Three plays later, the Vikings appeared to strike it big.