Rams-Tundra Fights Endure in Minnesota Playoff Replays
Hal Bock recalls the Los Angeles Rams frustrating deciders in Minnesota across 1969 1974 and 1976 NFC title games. He notes harsh cold conditions and controversial officiating that kept the Rams from reaching the Super Bowl. Merlin Olsen reflects on those losses and the enduring frustration.
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Vikings Rely on Bench Depth for NFC playoff clash
Eden Prairie Minnesota coaches plan to use a deep rotation as nose tackle Henry Thomas returns and Tim Newton heals. Stafford Mays, signed during the strike, eyes a key role alongside Doug Martin and Jesse Solomon while Ray Berry starts if Solomon cannot play. Darrin Nelson and Allen Rice also battle injuries as Minnesota faces the Los Angeles Rams in a pivotal wild-card game.
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Rams at Vikings playoff game prep and NFL notes
The report lists playoff times for NFC and AFC games in early January with matchups including Los Angeles Rams versus Minnesota and Cleveland-Houston facing Buffalo. It also notes Nelson led the NFL with a 4.9-yard average in 1987 and quotes Burns on running the ball and Rice’s versatility.
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Hoosiers Eye Liberty Bowl Bid Under Mallory
Indiana coach Bill Mallory guides 7-3-1 Hoosiers into the Liberty Bowl against South Carolina in Memphis. Senior guard Tim Radtke stresses a winning mindset after recent bowl appearances, while Anthony Thompson is the key ground force. Tom Botyara is out with a shoulder injury, and Jeff Thornton steps in as backup quarterback.
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Everett Possesses Confidence in Playoff Return
In Minnesota, Rams quarterback Jim Everett approaches his second playoff game as a confident veteran. He set Rams single season records for passing yards 3964 completions 308 attempts 517 and 31 touchdowns while earning fourth best NFL QB rating after a breakout season.
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Sheridan turns down Georgia coaching offer
North Carolina State coach Dick Sheridan declined Georgia’s head coaching position citing commitment to NC State and his players. Georgia president Charles Knapp said the search should accelerate. Earlier, Georgia Southern coach Eric Russell also bowed out, saying he could not commit long term at 62.
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Haffner Eyeing Georgia Coaching Job Amid Sheridan Talks
Georgia candidate Haffner says he would apply for North Carolina State head coach if Sheridan accepts Georgia. NC State coach Sheridan discussed with Wolfpack officials as Valvano keeps him from leaving, emphasizing not treating the job as a stepping stone while promoting dreams of future titles.
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