Browns fall short as Elway drives Broncos past Dawgs in AFC title
Denver erased a 20-13 deficit with a 98 yard march to a tying TD and a 60 yard OT drive ending with Rich Karlis 33 yard field goal. John Elway orchestrated the rally seizing the Super Bowl berth while Cleveland’s defense rued missed opportunities and big plays.
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Wind Blows III For Schroeder In NFC Title Loss
Redskins quarterback Jay Schroeder struggled in 17-0 defeat as wind and Giants defense dominated. He attempted a NFC championship game record 50 passes, completing 20 for 195 yards with one interception. The key early field-position setback and missed big plays defined Washington’s failure.
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Broncos Clinch OT Win as Elway Leads Late Drive
The Broncos defeated the Browns in overtime after a tight game decided by a late Denver drive. Elway escaped pressure then connected with Watson for 28 yards as Winder powered Denver to the field goal that sealed victory.
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Giants Win NFC Championship In Giants Stadium Triumph
New York edges Washington after a bad snap on a field goal attempt as center Jeff Bostic struggles. Giants fans erupt as Pepper Johnson and William Roberts celebrate on the field and Jim Burt climbs a wall to kiss his wife in the stands.
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Game Turns On Redskins With Opening Coin Toss
The Redskins suffered a 17 0 playoff loss to the Giants in the NFC Championship after a bad opening coin flip set the tone. Washington failed to score despite several chances as Giants defensive pressure and costly errors doomed the run for the season.
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