Vikings Triumph and Bears Struggle Highlight Weekend
The column recalls the Vikings 36 24 upset over the 49ers and Washington beating Chicago, praising Anthony Carter's postseason record 227 yards. It credits coach Jerry Burns and notes Jim McMahon's fading star power amid Bears resentment toward fame. Predictions prove folly as onfield results drive outcomes.
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Redskins knock Bears out of playoffs as Payton retires note
Washington overcame Chicago in 21-17 behind Darrell Green's 52 yard punt return that broke a 14-14 tie. The Redskins sacked Jim McMahon five times and intercepted him three times to reach the NFC title game against Minnesota. Payton ended his Bears career amid the loss with 62 rushing yards early.
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Payton Falls One Yard Short In NFC Semi
In Chicago Walter Payton ends a storied NFL run with 85 yards in the NFC semifinal as the Bears fail on fourth and eight at their 36. Washington holds 21 17 to advance sealing Payton’s playoff bid and a late drive.
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Niemeyer Pursues Career Victory No 500 In Regis Showdown
Jefferson girls coach Larry Niemeyer enters tonight's game at Regis aiming to reach career win 500. The veteran Iowa coach ranks sixth among active girls coaches and 13th among all Iowa coaches, trailing Bob Mullen who leads with 872 wins.
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Hawkeyes Cruise to 81-43 Victory Over Northwestern
Iowa, ranked No. 1, blasted Northwestern as 6,802 fans packed Carver-Hawkeye Arena. The Hawkeyes built a 26-5 lead and rolled to an 81-43 win, extending their season-opening streak to 11 and regular-season run to 22 straight.
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Davis faces his old school today
Iowa coach Tom Davis leads the Hawkeyes against Lafayette College in a 7 05 p m non conference game at Carver Hawkeye Arena. Hawkeye Television Network Channel 2 Cedar Rapids will broadcast the matchup. Purdue had taken an early Big Ten lead.
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