1.  Any player who tests positive for ephedra is subject to a four-game suspension.

2.  Any point we can pick up from now to the end is important.

3.  Defensive line coach John Blake said stopping Heyward and the running game is as important as slowing down the Falcons' passing game.

4.  Defensive lineman Aaron Williams (sore Achilles') and safety DeShaun Hill (foot) are possible.

5.  Defensive linemen are pretty good.

6.  Defensive linemen Charles Haley (right calf strain), Leon Lett (right ankle) and Russell Maryland (right ankle sprain) are doubtful.

7.  Defensive tackle Jerry Ball and offensive tackles Gerald Perry and Greg Skrepenak are also eligible for free agency.

8.  Deputy District Attorney Marcia Clark's redirect of Fuhrman was equally cursory.

9.  Deputy John Kunkle of the Sheriff's Department is more cautious.

10.  Denise Brunkus' illustrations are lively and full of character.