Gillman Fires Oilers Coach Peterson After Losses
Sid Gillman fired Bill Peterson as Houston Oilers head coach amid a rough run. The move, announced Monday, follows a season’s struggles and reflects Gillman’s stance that there is no excuse for failure in their football business.
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Gillman Named Interim Coach as Oilers Tweak Roster
After a 48-20 loss to Denver, Houston relieves Bill Peterson and appoints Gillman as interim head coach for the 1972 season. The Oilers plan a preseason meeting October 17 at UAW 662 Hall to discuss changes and future leadership while Peterson remains under contract and could take another role.
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Rams and Vikings extend unbeaten NFL stretch
Underdogs faced a busy NFL Sunday as the Rams and Vikings remained undefeated in a day of high scoring games. The Steelers fell to the Vikings 19 6 after a strong defensive effort by Minnesota. Cincinnati edged Pittsburgh 197 behind Horst Muhlmann’s field goals. Denver and Los Angeles routed their opponents in decisive fashion.
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Unitas Eyes Coaching Role Amid Chargers Doubts
San Diego quarterback Johnny Unitas, 40, says he would coach if given full power as general manager and head coach, after being 1-3 this season and losing his starting job to rookie Dan Fouts. He recalls being traded from Baltimore for $150,000 and a reported $500,000 two-year deal, noting Fouts will likely play 10 to 12 more years while he caps at five.
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