Plunkett Debut Marred By Patriots Loss 17-10
Heisman winner Jim Plunkett struggled in his New England debut as the Patriots lost 17-10 to the Minnesota Vikings. Plunkett entered with 11 minutes left, completed 2 of 3 passes, and could not spark an offense that was shut down by Minnesota’s strong front. Clarence Scott’s 23-yard interception return accounted for New England’s lone TD.
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Prewitt Predicts 49ers To Win Super Bowl
Bill Prewitt forecasts the San Francisco 49ers top the NFL and beat the Cincinnati Bengals in the Super Bowl. He projects Jets out after Joe Namath knee injury, Dolphins win AFC East, Raiders atop AFC West, and Bengals strong in Central. MLB notes Ohio University alums McKinney Schmidt Morlan and Bair linked to exhibition action.
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Christ Lutheran Tops First United Methodist 8-7 in Church League
Christ Lutheran defeated First United Methodist 8-7 on Friday in Church League action. The Lutherans earned their first win of the year after two late losses, scoring twice in the bottom of the seventh to seal the comeback and hand the Methodists their second defeat.
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Meigs Faces Cambridge In Ohio Legion Tourney Opener
ASHLAND Meigs American Legion team enters the 45th Ohio Legion Tournament with a 16 10 record in a Monday 1 p.m. game against Cambridge (30 7) in the first round. The event includes Archbold Lima and Euclid Worthington matchups with the winner advancing to Tuesday’s games. The regional tournament leads to Wyandotte Mich. Aug 25 30. Night football games also listed for several schools.
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Brodie Shines as 49ers Top Browns in Exhibition Opener
San Francisco quarterback John Brodie led the 49ers to a 38-24 victory at Candlestick Park in their exhibition opener. Brodie connected on 4 passes for 137 yards including 50 and 45 yard TD throws to Gene Washington, leaving after a quarter and a half. Cleveland’s rookie Mike Phipps struggled early with two first‑period interceptions as the 49ers built a 21‑0 lead, while Nick Skorich noted the Browns need a quarterback. Washington also burned rookie cornerback Clarence Scott on a 45‑yard scoring play.
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Niekro Tops Mets With Goo-Goo Knuckleball Victory
Braves pitcher Phil Niekro baffled Mets with his knuckleball and the new goo-goo delivery. He allowed four hits in seven innings and struck out seven as Atlanta won 5-0. Duffy Dyer was the lone Met to crack the goo-goo, singling in the third.
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Lolich on a Blue Streak Guides Detroit to 8-2 Win
Detroit left-hander Mickey Lolich fired 270 innings with 226 strikeouts and a 2.93 ERA to improve to 18-8 after an 8-2 victory over Boston. He avoided ninth inning collapse fears as he pushed toward his 20th win while Texas-leaning pennant races unfold.
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Baseball Standings and Weekend Results From The Majors
Major league standings show St Louis leading with 68 51 and .576, Oakland and California juggle in the American League. Weekend scores include Philadelphia 5 Pittsburgh 3 and Chicago 6 San Francisco 5. Sunday results feature Atlanta 5 New York 0 and Los Angeles 4 St Louis 2. Tuesday schedules list Chicago at Pittsburgh and Houston at Cincinnati among others.
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