1.   THE FA, meanwhile, is putting in its own rusty oar to ensure that the grass roots wither and football becomes the plaything of the elite.

2.   Since football became more defensive, there has been an increase in the number of score draws, which has reduced the number of jackpot payments.

3.   And perhaps college football became a better thing for everyone.

4.   And, in this case, football becomes his vehicle.

5.   As football became more sophisticated, and defensive players became bigger, the quarterback sneak was gradually abandoned.

6.   As football becomes just another plaything of those who can afford to enjoy it, it runs the risks of betraying its roots.

7.   As the National Football League season draws to an end, football has become a hot topic in the Maryland Legislature.

8.   Because of his father, football became a factor.

9.   Big-time football has become far too expensive for many small schools, and even some schools with big student enrollments but programs that are in trouble.

10.   Alabama football has become a sober topic.