PRO FOOTBALL REPORT / WEEKDAY UPDATE : AROUND THE NFL : Jankovich Takes Top Job With Patriots

Sam Jankovich, who oversaw the success of the University of Miami athletic program, took on the task Thursday of resurrecting the New England Patriots. Jankovich, Miami’s athletic director since 1983, was named chief executive officer and owner’s representative of the NFL team. Pat Sullivan, whose contract runs through 1996, will remain as general manager.