Mississippi Triumphs In Liberty Bowl Over Virginia Tech
Mississippi stuns Virginia Tech 34-17 in the Liberty Bowl at Memphis after a 0-17 start. Archie Manning connects on two touchdown passes, Steve Hindman 79-yard rush proclaims the go ahead score, and Robert Bailey returns a 70-yard interception for a score.
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Namath Voted Jets 1968 MVP by Teammates
Joe Namath was chosen MVP of the 1968 New York Jets by his teammates. He had previously been named offensive captain by fellow players.
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Smith Breaks Neck In Redskins Victory
Washington Redskins rookie safety Jim Smith suffered a broken neck after colliding with teammate Jim Carroll during a 14-3 win over the Detroit Lions following an incomplete pass play.
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One For Nine Wasnt Good It Just Wasnt Dandy Don Day
Don Meredith overdubbed by a quiet Day at Yankee Stadium as Dallas Cowboys beat the Giants 28 10. With Morton replacing Meredith he threw 14 of 20 for 214 yards and a touchdown after Meredith went one for nine, a day he downplayed while Landry kept his secret.
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Packers Bow Out With Win and Dallas Beats New York
The Packers, veterans near retirement, edged the Bears 28-27 as Ray Nitschke’s interception preserved the comeback. Dallas topped New York 28-10 behind Craigan Morton after Don Meredith struggled. Vikings clinched by beating Philadelphia 24-17. Public employment now accounts for early one out of every three non-farm jobs in Utah.
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Warriors Seek Revenge In Honey Grove Tonight
The Purple Warriors and Braves travel to Honey Grove for a 6 30 p m game Seeking revenge after Honey Grove teams beat them Thursday The Warriors host Paris Tuesday and then enter Denison invitational on Friday and Saturday, with district play opening January 2 at Grapevine.
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