71.   Every day, before the Diamondbacks take the field, Olson calls up the file on every hitter he might face.

72.   Every time he suits up before taking the field, the Raiders quarterback painstakingly inspects his jockstrap.

73.   Every player who takes the field Saturday at the Rose Bowl will be mindful of making the play on which the game will swing.

74.   EYEING THE PLAYOFFS The Cowboys could clinch a playoff spot before they take the field against the Eagles on Sunday.

75.   Even making the playoffs is the longest of long shots, but there was a lot to like about the team that took the field Wednesday.

76.   Every time I take the field I feel like a rookie trying to make the team.

77.   Except that Torre never takes the field.

78.   Football injuries are random, and players know every time they take the field that they risk a career-ending injury, or worse.

79.   For some, a remote fantasy of someday taking the field at Dodger Stadium.

80.   Fortunately, though, there are a few up-and-coming Jesses who may be ready to take the field.