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To: Annette who wrote (11423)	1/13/2002 10:30:42 PM
From: Augustus Gloop	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 45639

Why would anyone work for Snyder? Redskins fire Schottenheimer, close in on Spurrier January 13, 2002 Print it WASHINGTON -- The Washington Redskins fired Marty Schottenheimer on Sunday night after one season and were close to hiring former Florida coach Steve Spurrier as his replacement. Spurrier and the team have an "agreement in principle" on a five-year contract worth about $25 million, a source with knowledge of the Redskins' negotiations said on condition of anonymity. The Redskins also will hire a general manager or someone with a similar title. Schottenheimer will receive the $7.5 million remaining on the four-year, $10 million contract he signed a year ago. Under Schottenheimer, the Redskins recovered from an 0-5 start this season to finish 8-8, but owner Dan Snyder was unhappy with some of the coach's personnel moves. The two met several times over the past week, including twice on Sunday, in a showdown best described as a power struggle. Snyder tried to convince Schottenheimer of the need to hire a general manager and wanted to change a clause in Schottenheimer's contract that gave the coach final decisions over player matters when there was disagreement in the front office. Schottenheimer refused. "Coach Schottenheimer gave 100 percent of his efforts to the Redskins and made positive contributions to the team," Snyder said. "Our decision was a difficult one and was based on philosophical and management issues, not on coaching ability." Snyder pursued Spurrier a year ago, but Spurrier decided to remain at Florida for another season. Snyder then hired Schottenheimer, who was skeptical over Snyder's reputation as a hands-on owner but was won over by the big-money contract that gave him final say on player matters. Spurrier became available when he abruptly resigned Jan. 4. On Saturday, he denied he had met with Snyder, but the source said the contact has been primarily with Spurrier's representatives. Attempts by The Associated Press to reach Spurrier were not successful immediately Sunday night. He would be the type of high-profile signing preferred by Snyder, whose players have included Deion Sanders, Bruce Smith and Jeff George. Possible general manager candidates include former Redskins general manager Bobby Beathard, ex-Packers GM Ron Wolf and Bruce Allen, son of former Washington coach George Allen and now a special assistant with the Raiders. Snyder could also bring back former director of player personnel Vinny Cerrato, who was fired by Schottenheimer. When Schottenheimer was hired, one of the most noticeable changes was that the coach always called the owner by his first name -- former coach Norv Turner always said "Mr. Snyder." Snyder and Schottenheimer became almost chummy as they vacationed in Europe together and even wore matching straw hats at training camp. But the relationship began to sour during the Redskins' slow start. Snyder was perplexed by Schottenheimer's decision to release fullback Larry Centers, who was signed by Buffalo and had a Pro Bowl year. Schottenheimer also stuck with George -- with no experienced backup -- through training camp even though it was apparent the quarterback didn't fit Schottenheimer's West Coast system. By the end of the season, Schottenheimer was calling the owner "Mr. Snyder." A tough training camp regimen and early losses left some players near revolt, but Schottenheimer called a team meeting and things turned around. The Redskins won eight of their last 11 games, mirroring the 8-8 finish after an 0-5 start in Joe Gibbs' first season in 1981. Gibbs went on to win three Super Bowls in Washington. Schottenheimer alienated some fans with his conservative offense and his treatment of longtime favorite Darrell Green, who said the coach was one of the reasons he announced his retirement effective at the end of the season. Green later changed his mind and will return for a 20th season. "This is one of the tougher years for a player, particularly for myself," Green said. "When you add it all it up, when we went through what we went through, we only equaled what we did the previous year. I think the players can only be excited about the possibilities. "If it's Steve Spurrier, you're talking about an individual who's going to come in here with some real energy, an offensive mindset. Offense is what puts people in the seats." The Redskins haven't had a losing season since Snyder bought the team for $800 million in 1999, but Spurrier would be his fourth coach. Turner was 10-6 in 1999, and Turner and interim Terry Robiskie combined for an 8-8 record in 2000. Copyright 2002 Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.

To: Annette who wrote (11423)	1/18/2002 9:10:31 PM
From: sandintoes	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 45639

Have you been looking at the weather for the next couple of days? Of course, in a dome, it doesn't become a factor. sports.espn.go.com This is funny...weather in Chicago is an hour by hour forecast...what type of forecast is that? Williams, wife 'trying to put things back together' Associated Pres GREEN BAY, Wis. -- Green Bay cornerback Tyrone Williams returned to practice Thursday after a fight with his wife that left him injured and her in jail. Williams, who needed several stitches to close a gash in his right forearm, took a day off to deal with the matter and said he and his wife, Shantel, were trying to resolve their differences. "The domestic incident that my wife and I just experienced obviously is something that escalated farther than either one of us cared for it to," Williams said, reading from a statement. "We are presently trying to put things back together in our lives and the lives of our children. ... "My wife is a loving, caring person who deeply cares about me and my well-being. He said his focus was "totally on doing all I can do to help" the Packers beat the St. Louis Rams in the NFC playoffs this Sunday. Williams, who had his right forearm and wrist bandaged at practice, said his injury wasn't serious. "I've played with worse things than this and it won't affect me one bit," Williams said. "Today, I felt great out there moving around and you know, just business as usual. I will be focused for this football game. "My kids are doing great back home and my family is doing great. So, right now I'm just focused on St. Louis and getting this team to the next level." Coach Mike Sherman said he hoped this would be the end of the issue. He listened as Williams spoke and gave him a pat on the back as they left. A court date for Williams' wife, Shantel, was set for Feb. 12. She was arrested Tuesday night and jailed for several hours before posting $850 bond. Police Capt. Bruce Tilkens said Tyrone Williams arrived home before 9 p.m. with a male friend who wasn't a teammate and found the tires on his 1978 Chevrolet Malibu slashed and windows broken. When he entered the home, he found his clothes cut up or doused with bleach, writing on the walls of his house in red lipstick and items broken. Shantel Williams used pepper spray on her husband and he pulled her to the floor, Tilkens said. That's when Williams received a gash above his right wrist that required stitches. Police did not know what caused the cut. Williams didn't address the fight itself Thursday. On Wednesday, Brown County Court Commissioner Lawrence Gazeley lifted a no-contact provision against Shantel Williams after her husband said it was an isolated incident and he didn't feel he was in danger. "It was totally out of character," he told the court. "We love each other very much. Right now we have problems and hope to get counseling." Williams' agent, Dick Davis of West Palm Beach, Fla., said the couple's three young children were in South Florida with their grandparents. Brown County Assistant District Attorney Kendall Kelley said his office was reviewing the case. "But I don't anticipate any felony charges," he said.