Unpredictable Staubach Leads Cowboys at Vikings in Playoff Showdown
In a NFC divisional playoff preview, Dallas star Roger Staubach faces Fran Tarkenton and the Minnesota Vikings in Minneapolis. Tarkenton, who set passing marks in 1975, contrasts with Staubach’s enhanced form and Dallas’s unpredictable offense as both teams trade praise and caution.
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Mother's Prayers Help Marchibroda Hat Gift Plan
Franklin Pennsylvania AP report notes Ted Marchibroda's 00year-old mother prayers for his welfare as he coaches the Baltimore Colts toward a playoff game against the Steelers in Pittsburgh. Henry Dolecki will deliver a warm hat requested by Mrs. Marchibroda amid family support and televized sideline concerns.
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Bengals Underdogs Eye Playoff Clash With Raiders
Cincinnati wide receiver Isaac Curtis argues natural grass won t slow him against Oakland in the playoff game at the Coliseum. Raiders cornerbacks praised Curtis while Chip Meyers lauds Oakland s defense, as Cincinnati embraces an underdog label amid a strong Raiders season.
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Morris Seeks Trade From Dolphins For 1976 NFL Campaign
Mercury Morris says he expects a trade and a new uniform by the 1976 season after pressing for a move since midseason. He plans a final meeting with Don Shula to discuss playing time and leaves on good terms if no deal is reached, hoping to be traded to Oakland or Pittsburgh.
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College Bowl Game Schedule and Previous Scores
All Times EST. College bowl slate lists games including Fiesta, Rose, Sugar and others with dates from December through January. Notable matchups include Texas vs California and Nebraska vs Hawaii with conferences and venues noted for December events and January bowls.
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Pittsburgh kicker recalls dark moment after Penn State loss
Pittsburgh placekicker Carson Lenng spoke of his crisis after missing three field goals in a 7-6 defeat by Penn State. He described rumors of a failed suicide attempt and said he could not kick the stars out. A rough Sun Bowl week against Kansas followed.
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Michigan Fullback Returns for Orange Bowl Prep
Michigan fullback Rob Lyte returns to the Wolverines as they warm up for the Orange Bowl on New Year’s night. He resumes after a groin injury. practices in split workouts as Oklahoma’s Sooners arrive for preparations.
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Vikings land seven on 1978 NFC All Star team
New York United Press International selects seven Minnesota Vikings for the National Conference All Star squad. Fran Foreman headlines as unanimous pick, with Tarkenton Metcalf Young and Krause among first team choices, plus Hall Bakken and others across offense and defense.
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