Pilfer clinches crown for San Francisco
The article details a late season NFL game where San Francisco shut down Detroit with key plays by Brodie and Willard. It notes John Brodie’s 200th career scoring pass and highlights the 49ers’ drive sequence, including a TD to Sdyard Brodie and a late surge to maintain the lead amid Lions penalties.
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Y. A. Tittle
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Mann
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Ken Willard
Mike Lucci
Wayne Rasmussen
Mike Weger
Drlve
Tayloe
Nolan
Taylor
Willard
Vic Washington
Larry Schreiber
Los Angeles Rams
Wilcox
Tarparrow
Billy Kilmer
Bill
Brodie Leads 49ers Past Lions For Divisional Bid
John Brodie directed the 49ers to a decisive victory over Detroit, moving San Francisco toward the division title. He threw 14 of 20 for 126 yards with three touchdowns and ran for another, while Lions players praised his efficiency. The win sets up strong playoff prospects as eight teams remain in contention.
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Dick Witcher
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Ed Flanagan
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Landry
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Detroit Lions vs 49ers scoring summary
Detroit built a scoring run with a 12 play touchdown drive and field goals, while the 49ers answered with multiple TD passes and field goals. Key plays included a 12 yard TD pass to Witcher, a 19 yard field goal by Gossell, and a late fourth quarter touchdown by Washington.
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Ron Jessie
Yorapany
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Ken Willits
Golson
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Allid Taylor
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Kandryearl McCullnuch
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Yalty
Gizzard leader Ed Beard wins Eshmont Award
Ed Beard of the San Francisco 49ers wins the Len Eshmont Award for courage and spirit as voted by teammates. Beard, a twelve year veteran linebacker turned special teams leader, restored pride to the unit nicknamed The Gizzards and is the 11th recipient of the award, which includes a $1,000 wrist patch to be presented at the 49ers annual kickoff luncheon.
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Vikes Alum Clash Tomorrow At Viking Gym
Pacific High hosts Akunhi in a Vikes alumni night game at the Viking gym tomorrow night at 7 p.m. in San Leandro with local fans invited to attend this showcase matchup.
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Raiders End Year With Win Over Broncos on Late TD
Daryle Lamonica threw a 67 yard TD to Raymond Chester early and Pete Banaszak sealed the victory with a second TD in the fourth quarter as Oakland beat Denver 21-14. Banaszak set a Raider single season rushing record with his eighth rushing TD, while Floyd Little topped the AFC rushing title with 1133 yards.
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Raiders Triumph Over Broncos Narrow Shootout
Raiders beat Broncos 23 13 in a high scoring game with multiple lead changes. Key plays include Turner’s 7 yard TD pass and a late 14:42 elapsed time span, while Denver’s defense stumbles on fumbles and penalties amid chaotic drive sequences.
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Raiders unveil new look with two tight ends in loss
Lamonica battled injury and a soggy season as the Raiders debut a two tight end offense. Ray Chester and Fred Bilalnikof contributed late, Madden praised the effort despite 1971 playoff hopes ending. Kansas City defeat sealed the fate, with lingering injuries and uncertain health for key players.
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