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Colts backup QB Anthony Richardson runs for a TD in 13-13 preseason tie with Patriots

Newsweek and WMUR9 (Hearst, Manchester NH) describe the same event in different terms.

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What happened Colts backup QB Anthony Richardson runs for a TD in 13-13 preseason tie with Patriots.
The headline split WMUR9 (Hearst, Manchester NH) frames it as "Colts backup QB Anthony Richardson runs for a TD in 13-13 preseason tie with Patriots". WCVB Boston (Hearst) frames it as "Fans excited for return to football as Patriots take on Colts in the preseason".
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WMUR9 (Hearst, Manchester NH)News report · Aug 14, 3:23 AM

Colts backup QB Anthony Richardson runs for a TD in 13-13 preseason tie with Patriots

Anthony Richardson ran for a touchdown but had two turnovers in his first action since early last season as the Indianapolis Colts played to a 13-13 tie with the New England Patriots Thursd...

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NewsweekNews report · Aug 14, 5:34 AM

6 Takeaways From Patriots' Preseason Draw With Colts

The New England Patriots and Indianapolis Colts played to a 13-13 tie in their preseason matchup at Gillette Stadium on Thursday.

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Washington's Top News (WTOP)News report · Aug 14, 4:04 AM

Colts backup QB Anthony Richardson runs for a TD in 13-13 preseason tie with Patriots

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — Anthony Richardson believes he’s done a good job turning the page during his NFL career. That…

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WCVB Boston (Hearst)News report · Aug 14, 2:35 AM

Fans excited for return to football as Patriots take on Colts in the preseason

The Patriots opened the preseason in Foxborough, and fans are already looking ahead to what could be a promising season.

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Aug 14, 2:35 AM: WCVB Boston (Hearst) joined the source map.

Aug 14, 3:23 AM: WMUR9 (Hearst, Manchester NH) joined the source map.

Aug 14, 4:04 AM: Washington's Top News (WTOP) joined the source map.

Aug 14, 5:34 AM: Newsweek joined the source map.

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