Archer's Hail Mary gives Falcons dramatic Dallas win
Atlanta quarterback David Archer threw a 65-yard strike to Floyd Dixon setting up Mick Luckhurst's 18-yard field goal with 20 seconds left in a 37-35 victory at Texas Stadium. Dixon's big play finished a 79-yard, four-play drive after Archer's earlier four touchdowns and Dallas comeback attempt led by Danny White.
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Jets edge Dolphins in overtime high-scoring thriller
Wesley Walker four TDs including a 43 yard OT winner as the Jets rally past the Dolphins 51-45 at Giants Stadium. Dan Marino throws five TD passes for Miami in a record‑setting performance but falls short.
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Coleman reaches 100 bases as Cardinals blank Expos
Vince Coleman stole his 100th base of the season and Tim Conroy struck out a career high 11 as St. Louis edged Montreal 7-2. Coleman doubled off Jay Tibbs in the fifth and scored on a Tibbs wild pitch, matching Rickey Henderson by recording 100 bases in consecutive seasons. Conroy earned the win, allowing seven hits and three walks over seven innings, while Mike Laga and Andy Van Slyke contributed early runs for St. Louis.
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Coleman joins 100-steal club with 100th in 1986
Vince Coleman of the St. Louis Cardinals stole his 100th base on Sunday, placing him alongside Rickey Henderson as the only players to reach the 100 steals mark more than once in major league history. Henderson has achieved the feat multiple times, including 1982, 1983, and other seasons.
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Fry Confident In Iowa Depth After Nebraska Loss
Iowa coach Hayden Fry said his squad is approaching Oklahoma and Nebraska in depth as non conference tests loom. Illinois coach Mike White criticized bold statements while Illinois lost 59 14 to Nebraska. Freshman Marciano excelled on punt returns and Mazzeri led with four receptions. Reserves Reilly Keppy and Quast each tallied seven tackles as Fry stressed giving players a chance to prove themselves.
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Good chance Iowa game at MSU on CBS
Wisconsin State Journal reports Iowa at Michigan State on Oct 4 likely to be televised by CBS under the Big Ten exclusive contract. A Michigan Wisconsin opener was moved to evening to accommodate WTBS and CBS coverage. The Hawkeyes Spartans clash appears to be the best viewer bet for CBS.
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Criner praises Cyclones after 64-9 win over Indiana State
Iowa State coach Jim Criner, riding a rare upbeat mood after the 64-9 victory, notes the team’s focus and a hard week of practice. He cites a large rotation of 77 players and highlights standout performances by quarterback Alex Espinoza and defensive tackle Bill Berthusen as key positives.
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