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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Dec 23, 1977

Page

11

Maryland Tops Minnesota in Hall of Fame Game

Maryland shut down Minnesota after one quarter to win 17-7 in the Hall of Fame game. Charlie Johnson led with 16 tackles and two fumbles forced, while George Scott scored two Maryland touchdowns and Larry Dick threw a 57-yard strike to Eric Sievers.

Birmingham Ala Charlie Johnson Maryland Minnesota Gopher Wendell Avery Terps Johnson Baltimore Eric Sievers Avery Scott Marion Barber Gophers Ken Kitzman

Steelers and Raiders Favored to Meet in New Year Showdown

NFL playoff preview shows the Steelers facing the Broncos in Pittsburgh and the Raiders projected to beat the Colts. Cowboys overpower Bears as Rams crush the Vikings with Los Angeles relying on Lawrence McCutcheon and a stout defense.

Pittsburgh Steelers Denver Oakland Raiders Baltimore Steelers Raiders Pittsburgh Walter Payton Chicago Bears Dallas Cowboys Vikings Los Rams Broncos NFL Cowboys Bears Dallas Mr. Payton Roger Staubach Chicago Rams Fran Tarkenton Minnesota Los Lawrence McCutcheon Morton Rick Upchurch Miller

Mitchell Optimistic On Colts Plan For Raiders

Colts running back Lydell Mitchell says the game plan against Oakland should fit a balanced attack and avoid mistakes. He notes adjustments if one phase stalls and expects limited practice due to a cold but aims to play near full strength. The Colts reached the playoffs by beating New England 30 24, while Oakland qualified as the AFC wild card after a 21 20 win.

Mark van Eeghen AFC Oakland Colts Bert Jones New England Casper van Eeghen Lydell Mitchell Baltimore Oakland Raiders Baltimore Colts Mitchell Raiders Kansas City Patriots Miami Dolphins

Morton Finds Happiness With Denver Neighbors

Denver star Craig Morton describes a warm welcome from new neighbors as the Broncos chase a playoff run. Denver hosts Pittsburgh in a showdown between strong defenses while inside linebacker Randy Gradishar battles a sprained ankle and Godwin Turk would start if needed. Rockne Record note follows.

Randy Gradishar Denver Red Miller Godwin Turk Gradishar

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