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Panthers Send Testaverde Out With a Win

In Houston, Texans finish at .500 for first time in franchise history

By Mike Buss, Newser Staff

Posted Dec 30, 2007 9:44 PM CST

(Newser) – Vinny Testaverde ended his pro football career where it began—in Tampa—taking the final snap of Carolina's 31-23 meaningless win over the Buccaneers. The Panthers took advantage of Tampa resting seven starters in preparation for next week's playoff game against the New York Giants.... Read full story »

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