21.   In Foxboro, Mass., CMGI Field is being readied for play next season by the New England Patriots.

22.   It was one of the few plays this season where everything fell into place for the Raiders.

23.   NCAA legislation limits post season play.

24.   Murray singled out Boucher and Modry for their strong play this season, particularly since both players had spotty NHL records in the past.

25.   No one can remember a defensive play this season that did not involve him.

26.   Newton directed three plays this season, though only one is a product of the new mandate.

27.   Not to mention that Gragg, a second-round pick out of Montana, needs to play this season in order to develop.

28.   No one yet believes Edwards will play next season, but that remains his secret goal.

29.   Of course, their most glaring difference is their disparate play this season.

30.   Parcells recalled that he tried a similar play last season with the Patriots.