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In Bronco Mendenhalls first season as coach at Virginia, the Cavaliers week-to-week focus remains more on what they are supposed to do in his defensive system than on what the opponent does.Thats true this week, too, even with Heisman Trophy front-runner Lamar Jackson and No. 5 Louisville coming to Scott Stadium.The Cardinals (6-1, 4-1 Atlantic Coast Conference) are ahead of five unbeaten teams in the Top 25.Mendenhall, though, is still in a teaching mode more than a reacting mode.Were so focused on just our own execution, which theres significant lapses in consistency right now, Mendenhall said. My point simply to the team is we have plenty to work on just within our own organization, and so my intent is to keep their focus on us, on us, knowing the external environment will be talking about Louisville and their quarterback.Ive got to work to make sure that the voices that are the listened-to voices and the trusted voices and the ones they want to, are the ones that are most compelling are coming from inside.Jackson has accounted for 34 touchdowns (18 passing, 16 rushing), while Virginia has scored just 26 TDs.Being impressed by an opponent, though, can lead to intimidation.Hes a great player like everyone can see, nose tackle and tri-captain Donte Wilkins said. Might probably win the Heisman this year, but I think its going to be fun to play against him and see what we can do.The Cavaliers spend more time working on how they play than working on how they play an opponent.Just worry about what we can control and run the defense how he wants us to run it, Wilkins said of Mendenhall. Its not necessarily studying (Jackson). Hes a great player. Everyone knows that. Its just doing what we do and doing it right.Offensively, the same applies even if the Cavaliers offense will never be on the field with Jackson.Were more so focused on what we have to do to pick up our performance, offensive lineman Eric Smith said. ... Were not necessarily focused on what theyre going to bring, but focused on the little things to tighten up on.The Cardinals lead the nation in scoring, averaging 52.6 points, and are second in total offense, averaging nearly 617 yards per game. The Cavaliers, still learning Mendenhalls 3-4 defense, allow 392 yards per game.But Louisville has also been stout on defense, ranking 16th by allowing less than 18 points per game.I think our defensive players understand and I tell them every day that we score points because our defense gets turnovers and gets short fields and scores and our special teams, Cardinals coach Bobby Petrino said.Its all about the team and, when you score points, its the team that scores points. Fake Lakers Jerseys . It just didnt show when he hit the ice. Berra made 42 saves and Kris Russell scored at 1:32 of overtime, lifting the Calgary Flames to a 3-2 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks on Sunday night. Los Angeles Lakers Shirts . -- Former San Diego Chargers safety Paul Oliver was found dead at his Atlanta-area home Tuesday night, and a medical examiner said Wednesday that the ex-player committed suicide. https://www.lakersjerseycheap.com/ . 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However, Alexis Sanchez levelled in the 72nd and Atletico midfielder Gabi Fernandez scored an own goal in the 80th to restart Barcelonas party for winning the title that was clinched when Real Madrids title defence ended with a draw late Saturday. Barcelonas hard-fought win keeps it on pace to match Madrids record haul of 100 points from last season. The Catalan club needs to win its remaining three matches to reach the mark. "This title has more merit and maybe we value it more because we didnt win it last year," said Barcelona defender Gerard Pique. "Its juicier and we are enjoying it more. Reaching 100 points would be special, but well have to fight to win the final three games." While the team savored the comeback, the real festivities with its fans will be back in Barcelona on Monday when the players and staff are paraded through the city centre. On the down side, Barcelona said Messi had re-injured his hamstring and would undergo tests. Messis early finish to the match meant he finally failed to find the net after having scored in a record 21 consecutive Spanish league appearances, smashing the old milestone of 10. Barcelona coach Tito Vilanova took time to thank his players for continuing to win without him this winter when he had to step aside to treat a throat tumour. "Its quite remarkable what my players have done this season," the first-year head coach said. "I have already said that this could have only happened in this club, spending two months without a head coach and not letting it affect anything. Thats because all these players feel at home here, they feel like the club belongs to them." Atleticos players lined up to pay tribute to Barcelona with a guard of honour before the match. But with coach Diego Simeone declining to rest his startters for the Copa del Rey final against Madrid on Friday, it was clear they were aiming to spoil the visitors title celebrations.dddddddddddd True to style, Barcelona controlled possession in the first half, but it was unable to convert any chances. Forward Cristian Tello went the closest when he picked up a loose ball on the left side of the area and flashed a curling strike just past the far post in first-half injury time. Messi also threatened with his dribbling through the middle, but the Argentina forward sent his best chance on goal sailing high over the bar. Barcelona lost right back Dani Alves to an apparent injury in the 42nd minute, with Marc Bartra replacing him. Bartras poor pass led to Atletico going in front. Gabi set up Falcao after falling to the ground, leaving the Colombia striker to size up goalkeeper Jose Pinto and drive the ball under him for his 27th league goal this season. When Messi walked off, seemingly to be checked by team doctors in the changing room, Atletico looked poised to seal the win as it had an extra man, the lead, and no Messi to worry about. "Messi left the pitch with pain in the same area he hurt last month," Vilanova said. "He felt something strange and had to leave. Monday we will do tests and know the days or weeks he will be out, but before the game he felt fine." But Alexis linked up with Cesc Fabregas after a harmless throw-in, working a one-two combination to break down Atleticos defence before poking the ball home. Messi returned to the bench in street clothes to watch his teammates complete their comeback with a little bit of luck, David Villas off-target strike taking a deflection off Gabi and squeezing into the net. Elsewhere on Sunday, Roberto Soldado scored twice to lead Valencia to a 4-0 win at Rayo Vallecano, provisionally lifting the team into fourth place and giving it control of Spains final Champions League berth. Valencia moved one point ahead of Real Sociedad before the Basque club hosts Granada on Monday. Barcelona, Madrid, and Atletico Madrid have already locked up the other three Champions League berths. Malaga and Sevilla drew 0-0, while Real Betis kept Celta Vigo in the relegation zone with a 1-0. ' ' '