Cowboys Beat Packers to Reach Conference Championship
Dallas coach Tom Landry guided the Cowboys past the Green Bay Packers 37 26 to earn a trip to play Washington in RFK Stadium for the right to face the AFC champion in Super Bowl XVII in Pasadena. quarterback Danny White led the win and Drew Pearson added a key late pass as Dallas tied the game late in the first half and sealed it with a fourth quarter touchdown pass.
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Miami Dominates Chargers In AFC Playoff Push
The Dolphins controlled the game with 40 minutes of possession, 413 rushing and passing yards to 241, and five interceptions of Dan Fouts. Miami built a 24-0 lead, then held off a Chargers rally to win 34-13 and advance to face the New York Jets in the AFC championship. Nat Moore, Ronnie Lee, Andra Franklin, Tony Nathan, and Woodley starred as Miami benefitted from turnovers and strong defense.
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Hawks Ready for Bitter Big Ten Clash at Minnesota
Iowa coach Lute Olson says Minnesota’s 11-2 overall mark and strong front line mirror last year’s title team. Bob Hansen recalls last season’s three-overtime loss, while Randy Breuer anchors Minnesota and Iowa eyes a revenge game Thursday.
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Owens Named Top Olympic Champion in American History
Sprinting legend Jesse Owens tops a vote of Olympic champions in American history with swimmer Mark Spitz in second place. The feature highlights Owens's enduring impact and Spitz's standout swimming career.
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Inside Fine Print Arnie's Army Great Gretzky College Baskett
A fragmented sports snippet mentions Arnie's Army and Wayne Gretzky with college basketball context. The terse item hints at a game or feature involving notable figures in a college setting. Details are unclear but reference to prominent names signals a feature or note.
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