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Thursday, October 24
Updated: October 25, 6:25 PM ET
 
Relatively Speaking

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Deuce McAllster
McAllister has 899 total yards and six TDs.
Sure, Michael Vick and Aaron Brooks are their teams' Focal Points. Not only are they two of the more versatile quarterbacks in the game, John Clayton writes in First ... And 10, but they're also cousins. However, both guys will need help from their supporting casts when Atlanta and New Orleans square off on Sunday. The Saints know they'll be able to count on Deuce McAllister, while the Falcons must utilize Warrick Dunn more.

  • The Mag: Friendly rivalry
  • Game Plans: Falcons-Saints | Giants-Eagles
  • First ... And 10: Family affair | Page 2: Tutoring Vick
  • Focal Point: Michael Vick-Aaron Brooks
  • Rookie Report: Duckett fitting in
  • Week 8: Injury updates | ESPN picks | Previews
  • More Week 8 news: Atlanta | New Orleans


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    Clayton: First ... And 10
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    Theismann: Revolving door
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    Viewer's Guide
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    Family Feud
    When Michael Vick and Aaron Brooks meet in New Orleans on Sunday, more than NFL bragging rights will be at stake.
    Chasing Sweetness
    Track Emmitt Smith's progress as he gets closet to breaking Walter Payton's record.
    Cup o' Joe: Why not the Saints?
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    Rookie Report: Fitting in
    T.J. Duckett might not have been placed in the best situation, but he has made the most of his circumstances.
    Power Rankings -- Week 8
    Check in each Tuesday for ESPN.com's NFL Power Rankings.



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