Bobby Brister Ready for Prime Time in Denver
Syndicated columnist notes Steelers quarterback Bobby Brister, after a dramatic late season surge, delivered a gutsy performance despite a 23-? loss to Denver in the playoff. The piece compares Brister to Montana and Elway, praising his grit, resilience, and readiness for a bigger stage at Super Bowl time.
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Curry Resigns As Alabama Football Coach
Alabama coach Bill Curry announced his departure amid reports he will take the Kentucky job. Kentucky officials denied, while Alabama's Hootie Ingram said a successor will be chosen soon. Schnellenberger denied interest and would meet with Louisville and Alabama officials as a potential candidate.
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L.A. Rams Reach NFC Title After OT Win Over Giants
The Rams beat the Giants 19 13 in overtime at Giants Stadium to advance toward a rematch with the 49ers for the NFC title. Jim Everett connected on a 30 yard TD to Willie Anderson early in OT as Los Angeles improves to 13 5 and moves closer to a Super Bowl berth in New Orleans. The Rams had trailed 13 7 late in the fourth, then forced OT with a Lansford 31 yard FG and a 22 yard kick to force extra time.
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Broncos Rally To Upset Steelers In AFC Playoff Win
Denver survives a tight game by a late 80 yard drive capped by a 36 yard completion to Vance Johnson as John Elway orchestrates a fourth quarter comeback to beat Pittsburgh 24 23 and reach the AFC Championship against the Cleveland Browns.
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Azinger Wins Tournament of Champions in Dramatic Finish
Paul Azinger captured the Tournament of Champions at La Costa by one stroke over Ian Baker-Finch after Baker-Finch bogeyed the 18th. Azinger finished 16 under, 272, with a final-round 68 while Baker-Finch shot a 1-under 273. Mark O’Meara and George Archer also mentioned in results.
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