51.   David Williams, the right tackle who had good seasons with Houston, is a reliable anchor.

52.   Defensive tackle Keith Hamilton has had a season worthy of Pro Bowl consideration.

53.   Dale Jarrett and Ricky Rudd both had good seasons and are very competitive.

54.   Don Sweeney, who had a rough season last year because of a persistent shoulder problem, is healthy and is expected to play a key role.

55.   Drinks, too, have a season.

56.   Dwight has a season of track eligibility left and plans on running this spring while completing his sports-management degree.

57.   Early this week, Emmitt Smith told running backs coach Joe Brodsky he felt better than he had all season.

58.   Earlier this week, Martin, Croom and the rest of the Patriots prepared longer than they have all season.

59.   Even though USC might be playing better than it has all season, it could use a minivacation to ease the physical and emotional strain.

60.   Excellent players having excellent seasons.