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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1972
Page
14
In September, with division races decided, Philadelphia Phillies suffer an 11-6 loss to the New York Mets. The Phillies, amid a rough season, show dim prospects as Mets push ahead in this NL contest.
NFL preview notes John Brockington of Green Bay and Leroy Kelly of Cleveland as premier backs for their teams season opener. Brockington posted 1,105 rushing yards as a rookie. Kelly, 30, aims to rebound after injuries and late-season production. Browns emphasize offensive line health amid slow start. Packers show exhibition success with wins over Kansas City and Miami.
Ohio University hosts the first Distance Classic with at least 40 Ohio high schools. Teams include Youngstown Austintown Fitch and Coshoc ton. Races run 10 a.m. to noon outside Peden Stadium with four two mile events and one five mile Open/Collegiate race. Awards go to top finishers and winning teams.
Cincinnati worries about its defense ahead of the season opener as Jim Plunkett tops the Patriots in camp chatter. The Bengals reeled 44 14 to Atlanta last week, Falcons gaining 541 yards, while QB Mike Taliaferro praises Plunkett’s size and talent. Defensive tackle Mike Reid demands stronger play against big backs.
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