Alan Page Named UPI National Football Conference Player of the Year
Alan Page of the Minnesota Vikings becomes the first defensive player to win UPI s Player of the Year in the NFC, edging Roger Staubach and others. Page notes growing recognition for defensive backs and linemen as the Vikings front four anchor a strong defense.
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Cowboys Dominate NFC All Star Team
The Dallas Cowboys lead the NFC with eight selections to the 40 man Pro Bowl squad for January 23 in Los Angeles. Mel Renfro earns his eighth straight pick, Bob Lilly his ninth in 11 years, with John Niland Roger Staubach Rayfield Wright and Ron Widly also named among 23 first time or returning players not on last year’s roster.
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Lakers Extend Historic 27 Game Winning Streak
The Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Baltimore Bullets 127 120 to extend their winning streak to 27 games and set a professional team record. The win followed an earlier 21st straight victory cited by observers including Jerry West.
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Coaching Changes At UT Austin After Bellard Departure
UT Austin coach Darrell Royal announced staff changes after Emory Bellard left for Texas A&M. Freddie Akers becomes offensive backfield coach from defensive secondary, with Willie Zapalac and Len Manley also coaching offense and Mike Campbell, Tim Doerr, Pat Patterson, and David McWilliams on defense. Spike Dykes named freshmen coach and Dykes, a Stephen F. Austin graduate, joins the staff.
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1971 Bowl Grid Overshadows Postseason Lineup
Postseason college football bowls list key games with matchups and dates. Florida State faces Arizona State in the Tangerine Bowl in Phoenix while unbeaten squads Nebraska and Penn State highlight the Orange and Cotton Bowls.
Baltimore Colts Seek Repeat as Super Bowl Champs
The Baltimore Colts aim to erase criticism after the loss to New England by repeating as champions. They face the Cleveland Browns in the AFC divisional playoff, while Miami meets Kansas City and Dallas battles Minnesota with Washington and San Francisco. The Colts boast top defenses and rely on Norm Bulach’s health, with Johnny Unitas likely to start if needed.
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Tex law bans visible TV screens in moving vehicles
A Texas law prohibits motorists from using television sets with visible screens while driving. The measure, approved by the state legislature this session, aims to reduce driver distraction on Texas roads.
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