If it gets by Georgia, Auburn appears equipped to make a run toward an undefeated season.

The National Basketball Association cleared its last hurdle yesterday toward a season free of labor trouble.

The Bears declined further in the 1997 season, losing their first seven games toward a 4-12 season.

Sunday's performance, Mr. Randall said, has raised more than $1 million, with a net of $750,000 to go toward a second season.

The Jets lost the game, 29-14, fell to 1-5 and were crashing toward a 4-12 season.

So much for Ohio State's march toward an undefeated season and a possible national championship.

It was the kind of second half that was inconceivable not so long ago, when the Jets were reeling toward a meaningless season.

About the only things that might slow the Yankees' inexorable march toward an incredible season are the elements and self-inflicted wounds.

"The Upper Hand," which is heading toward a third season, has been more successful.

A magnificent run toward a possible 70-victory season has clearly established the Bulls as the team to beat in this spring's playoffs.