Redskins Clinch Wild Card With Late Rally Over Cowboys
Washington Redskins survive a must-win in 27-14 fashion to grab the National Conference wild card. Coach George Allen praised gutsy veterans as Calvin Hill’s 15-yard run and a key interception setup John Riggins’ late score sealing the victory and playoff berth. Playoff times include Dec. 18 at Minnesota and Dec. 19 at Baltimore and Dallas.
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Solace Eludes The Juice After Bills Collapse
Buffalo star O J Simpson earned his fourth rushing title in five years with 171 yards on 22 carries as the Bills fell 58 to 20 to the Colts. The season ended 2-12 amid team struggles and questions about management. Coach Jim Ringo pulled Simpson late in the game after the title was secured. Simpson expressed a desire to stay with Buffalo and help rebuild.
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Steelers seek third straight Super Bowl after playoff win
Steelers cornerback Mel Blount wearing laceiate phren es presents gifts at a team Christmas party in Pittsburgh. Pittsburgh crushed Houston 21 to 0 to clinch a playoff spot and push toward another title.
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Calhoun On Road Tonight Calhoun War Hawks Face Wallace College
Calhoun Community College War Hawks travel to Hanceville to play Wallace College after a tough loss to Lawson State. Coach Bob Shuttleworth relies on freshmen like Ernest Williamson Moore and the return of Elmo Alexander as the team seeks consistency and a stronger year.
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Joe's Finale at Shea Jets tumble to Bengals 42 3
New York Namath played likely his last game as the Jets were crushed by the Cincinnati Bengals 42 3 at Shea Stadium in fog and rain. A 31 067 crowd offered respect as Namath threw four first half interceptions and sign bearing fans circulated. Fans debated future coach Walt Michaels and continued loyalty to a struggling franchise amid ticket losses and questions about ownership.
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Kentucky Shrugs Off Stall Tactics In 90 63 Kansas Victory
Kentucky remains unbeaten with a 90 63 win over Kansas as SEC teams dominate with strong showings. Ray White led Mississippi State past Texas 91 89 in overtime, while Georgia overwhelmed Buffalo State 108 77 and Tennessee topped Seton Hall 99 90. Mercer used slowdown defense against Vanderbilt, and Mercer coach Bill Bibb defended the tactic amid injuries and depth concerns.
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Tide Signs Four More Tide Signings Additions Boost Alabama Class
Alabama coach Paul ihsor signed four more high school players Sunday along with 16 signings announced Saturday. Byron Braggs, 646, 270 pounds from Carver High, already top starter and All City, joins Scott, Ben Orcutt, and Alan Orcutt in the 1966 class as significant contributors.
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