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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Dec 23, 1971

Page

12

Oklahoma's Osh Eyes Tiger Cuo Eyes on Sugar Bowl Defense

Oklahoma defender Steve O'Shaughnessy struggles with night sight and daylight play. He credits daylight games for better depth perception and notes two interceptions this season and 33 tackles. The Sooner corner aims to slow Auburn stars Pat Sullivan and Terry Beasley at the Sugar Bowl.

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Tide Knows Why Nebraska's No. 1

Alabama assistant coach Mal Moore analyzes Nebraska film rating the Cornhuskers as the top team. He cites their precise execution, power running game, skilled quarterback Jerry Tagge, strong back Jeff Kinney, wingback Johnny Rodgers, big offensive line, and stout defense led by ends John Adkins and Willie Harper.

Mal Moore Alabama Nebraska Jerry Tagge Jeff Kinney Johnny Rodgers John Adkins Willie Harper

Coaching Shuffle Continues as Bills Hire Saban Rumor Denver Broncos Coach

Ed Hughes loses Oilers job while Lou Saban returns to the Bills amid reports that Rice coach Andy Bill Peterson may take over in Denver. Saban flies to Buffalo for talks with owner Ralph Wilson as a Thursday press briefing looms. Bud Adams cites a personnel dispute over trainer Arial and ex equipment chief Gonzalez as the key obstacle in Houston.

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NFL coaching rumors and contract talks circulate amid firings

Rumors link Rice coach Peterson to possible departure after four years left on a five year deal. Houston NFL circles discuss candidates George Blanda Sid Gillman for the head coach role. Svare Khayat Mazur Ewbank contracts updated or extended, with Svare rehired in San Diego and Ewbank remaining with the Jets.

Peterson Rice George Blanda Sid Gillman Houston NFL Oakland Gillman San Diego Chargers Harland Svare San Diego Ed Khayat Philadelphia Eagles Boston Patriots John Mazur Weeb Ewbank New York Jets

Lakers Win Streak Hits New NHL? No Basketball Record Set

The Los Angeles Lakers extended their winning streak to 27 games with a 127-120 win over the Baltimore Bullets, moving to a 33-3 record. Wilt Chamberlain dismissed the significance of records, aiming to secure home court by finishing with a better record than Milwaukee as Boston halted Milwaukee’s nine-game run. Other NBA results included Detroit over Cleveland, Atlanta over Cincinnati, and New York over Seattle.

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Pep Loss Dampens Blue Gray Prep In Montgomery

Blue coach John Jardine cited fatigue from heat and social activities as the Wisconsin team underperformed on the second day of practice ahead of next Tuesday's Blue Gray Football Classic in Montgomery. South coach Bill Peterson of Rice echoed dissatisfaction with his squad's effort.

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Cullman and West Point Holiday Tourneys Resume

Cullman County basketball tournaments resume with Cullman Invitational final Cotaco vs Arab at 8 pm and Consolation Cullman vs Warrior at 6 30 pm. West Point Christmas Tournament features West Point versus Russellville for the title at 8 pm with Danville meeting Phil Campbell in the 6 30 pm consolation.

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