Warfield Set to Start for Dolphins in Super Bowl
Miami coach Don Shula announced that Paul Warfield’s leg injury is minor and he is expected to start the Super Bowl against Minnesota. Vikings coach Bud Grant noted Warfield’s condition could change, while Shula highlighted Miami’s strong offense and the players’ bumps but readiness for the game.
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Chuck Foreman
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Dallas
Bob Kuechenberg
Larry Little
Zone defense to anchor Super Bowl clash Vikings Dolphins
AP report notes Bud Grant and Neill Armstrong helped pioneer the zone defense in Canada and the NFL. Both the Minnesota Vikings and Miami Dolphins plan to rely on the zone in the Super Bowl at Rice Stadium, aiming to blunt Miami’s potent rushing attack and Bob Griese’s passing game.
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Bruce Lowitt Predicts Dolphins Dominate Super Bowl
Bruce Lowitt asserts the Miami Dolphins will outpace the Minnesota Vikings in Super Bowl VIII. He cites Miami's upfront talent and passing game as the decisive edge, while Minnesota struggles to contain Larry Csonka and Mercury Morris.
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Grant warns Super Bowl differs from regular game
Bud Grant says the Super Bowl feels like an extravaganza and disrupts routine. He notes extra media time shifts players off feed and risks overpreparation. He also criticizes Vikings facilities as shabby while Dolphins train at better sites in Houston.
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Fagg leaves Davidson to join Georgia Tech staff
Davidson College football coach Dave Fagg resigns after four seasons to become assistant coach at Georgia Tech under Pepper Rodgers. Rodgers fills out his staff with former Davidson figures Homer Smith and Ken Blair, while Davidson prepares to search for a new head coach as Samuel R. Spencer Jr. coordinates with Thom Cartmill and Tom Scott for replacements.
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Emile Francis Returns as Ranger Coach After Losses
General Manager Emile Francis resumes coaching the New York Rangers on the road trip to Vancouver after benching Larry Popein. The team, 5 losses in eight, sits one point ahead of Buffalo in the East standings as Francis vows a strict crackdown.
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Bill Allen Leads By Nine Pins At PBA Tourney
ARCADIA Calif AP Bill Allen from Orlando Fla won five match games and spilled 1 929 pins but led Larry Laub of San Francisco by only nine pins after 34 games of the 70 000 Don Carter PBA tournament at Bowling Square Laub had the eight game session best mark 1 873 pins rising to 8 044 8 035 for Allen after 34 frames ahead of Mark Roth Carmen Salvino and Don Bell who trailed The five leaders will meet Saturday in the telecast finals
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Palmer Eyes Manager Role Says He Dreams of Leadership
Orioles pitcher Jim Palmer, 28, told the Baltimore Sports Reporters Association he hopes to become a manager someday. Earl Weaver praised Palmer as a student of the game, noting a potential shot in about 10 years, while Palmer credited Weaver's guiding influence as he continues to win. Willie Stargell and Ralph Kiner received Sultan of Swat awards, and Dave Johnson was highlighted for his 44 homers in his first Braves season.
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Penn State Faces uneven Mountaineers in Morgantown
Penn State coach John Bach laments missed breaks as 6-5 Nittany Lions visit West Virginia in Morgantown. Brown shifts to forward after Angstadt injury, averaging 21.2 points. Mountaineers led by Warren Baker with 19.1 points, 12.3 rebounds as Moran bemoans tough schedule and late losses.
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Stan Smith Considers Rejoining U.S. Davis Cup Team
New York AP Stan Smith said he may return for the Davis Cup North American Zone final against Colombia after initially taking a month off. He noted teammates Riessen, Gorman, Stockton back issues, and Connors opting out as other factors shaping the squad.
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Rozelle Will Delay Action Against Bud Grant Over Training Quarters
NFL Commissioner Pete Rozelle said he could fine Bud Grant up to 6000 for criticizing Vikings training facilities but would not act until after the Super Bowl. He apologized to Houston officials and noted many clubs have been fined this season for various violations. Rozelle discussed expansion plans, drug probes, betting opposition, no-shows, and potential rule changes to boost offense.
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Finley Puts Champion A's Up For Sale
Chicago financier Charles 0 Finley announces the sale of his World Champion Oakland A's for 16 million dollars. He also seeks buyers for the NHL California Seals and ABA Memphis Tams while noting a heart attack last August and a reduced role in business responsibilities. He says there are interested parties but declines to identify offers.
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