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Danville Register

Location

Danville, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 15, 1972

Page

5

Dolphins Face Colts in Bid to Case 14th Win for Undefeated Season

Miami Dolphins coach Don Shula pursues a historic perfect regular season as the 13‑0 Dolphins meet the Baltimore Colts in a 1 p.m. EST finale. Earl Morrall starts at QB for Griese, while Mercury Morris, Larry Csonka, and Jim Kiick pace a 1,000‑yard rushing trio. The Colts, led by Marty Domres and Don McCauley, seek an upset to stop Miami's bid.

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Van Pelt and Brown Win Maxwell Awards for 1972

Michigan State defensive back Van Pelt won the Maxwell Club outstanding college football player of 1972 and Redskins running back Larry Brown earned the Bert Bell award as outstanding pro player. The banquet is Jan. 22 in Philadelphia. Brown expressed surprise at reaching a career plateau early, noting his 4,254-yard total offense.

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Jones Aims To Beat Russian In Possible Rematch

Reggie Jones, 21, Newark native and former Marine, fights lingering pain from Munich loss to Russian Naleri Tregabov. He seeks a rematch when American squad faces Soviet boxers in Las Vegas in late January and February. Jones plans to turn pro in April, weighing about 162 pounds and ready to drop to 147 if needed.

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Leading NFL rushers Brown and Simpson set for Sunday clash

Washington star Larry Brown and Buffalo rival O J Simpson head for a final regular season clash to decide the NFL rushing title. Brown may sit out with an injury while coach George Allen weighs playoff goals against personal records as Buffalo eyes the top rushing honor.

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Franco's Italian Army maps strategy for title race

Pittsburgh fans form Franco's Italian Army to back Steelers rookie star Franco Harris as the team eyes the AFC title and a possible playoff opener versus the Oakland Raiders. Militia style banners, diverse supporters, and Harris's rising 1000 yard season fuel a confident, racially inclusive show of faith.

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