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Long-time coach Dick Tomey exits on his own terms

Mark Purdy San Jose Mercury News

Last updated Sunday, December 6, 2009 - 10:17pm

RUSTON, La. -- Dick Tomey didn't stick around for any tears. Or for any regrets. He sprinted up a ramp into the sunset. Literally.

"I did that to get in a workout," he joked.

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Smith not looking like answer to 49ers' QB question

Mark Purdy San Jose Mercury News

Last updated Monday, November 23, 2009 - 9:43pm

GREEN BAY, Wis. -- OK, we get it.

Aaron Rodgers is better. Aaron Rodgers would have been the smarter 2005 draft pick for the 49ers. Aaron Rodgers was the best quarterback on the field Sunday in the Green Bay Packers' 30-24 victory over the 49ers. Aaron Rodgers has a more accurate arm. Heck, Aaron Rodgers is probably a superior Karaoke singer, stock-market analyst and TV game-show contestant.

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Scott Coker making his move in the game of Mixed Martial Arts, the nation's fastest-growing sport

Mark Purdy San Jose Mercury News

Last updated Sunday, November 8, 2009 - 9:25pm

SAN JOSE, Calif. -- Scott Coker was at home last weekend in Willow Glen, Calif., doggedly pursuing the American dream. He was watching football on television.

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