Mitchells Midgets Lead Auburn to Gator Bowl Victory Prep
Auburn football players travel from the Village to Montgomery then Jacksonville for the Gator Bowl against Colorado. Defensive backs Dave Beck Johnny Simmons and David Langner Beck speak for the group nicknamed Mitchells Midgets noting pride in the SEC interception lead and anticipation for the postseason clash.
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Auburn Midgets Power 9 1 Season With Steady Interceptions
AU notes highlight defense led by coach Sam Mitchell and Langner and Simmons who each had two interceptions. Beck says the Buffalos will present more pass responsibility and AU anticipates postseason play. Tate recovers from turkey break as Randy Walls leads ball control offense with Wade Whatley signaling in the bowl game.
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Wade Whatley
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Rick Christain
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Lee Dave
Donahue Eyes Texas Challenge for Cotton Bowl Defense
Alabama defensive coach Ken Donahue analyzes Texas size and the Wishbone attack as Key to stopping the Longhorns in the Cotton Bowl. He notes Texas offensive linemen weigh about 1 209 pounds across tackle to tackle and that Texas has faced the Wishbone against Oklahoma TCU and Texas A M, giving them familiarity.
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Ken Donahue
Alabama
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Jerry
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Bud Moore
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Texas defense stymies rushing ace as Alabama eyes matchup
Alabama coaches study Texas 4-4 style and varied line misdirections as the Longhorns’ defense, led by powerful pursuit and standout linebackers, remains tough to read. Glen Gaspard cited among Longhorns’ notable players.
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Moore
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Wishbone Gives Texas Problems
Longhorns face Alabama in the Cotton Bowl with their Wishbone defense tested by Tide personnel. Mike Campbell notes Alabama mirrors Texas in design, and Terry Davis with Wayne Wheeler present a strong passing threat. Texas defeated Texas Christian and Texas A&M 27-0 and 38-3, but Oklahoma’s 27-0 loss remains the lone tough Wishbone game this season.
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Wayne Wheeler
Decatur Classic Opens With Strong Challenge
Earl Morris and the Decatur Red Raiders prepare for the Decatur Classic in Opportunity City facing Scottsboro Hayes and Austin. Morris notes the 4-2 Red Raiders meet 7-0 Black Bears and 8-2 Hayes while Scottsboro carries a 7-1 mark.
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Birmingham
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Morris
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Mike Michel
Robby Tweedy
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Marvin Gibson
Berrett
Michel
Steve Armistead
Tweedy
Rickie Stokes
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Cowboy Quandary Who Will Be QB
Dallas faces a decision between Craig Morton and Roger Staubach for Sundays game in Washington. Coach Tom Landry will choose the quarterback he believes can win while emphasizing a healthier defensive line against Washington’s rushing attack.
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