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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1966
Page
11
Alabama, led by Bear Bryant, defeated Nebraska 39 28 in the Orange Bowl to ruin the Cornhuskers bid for a perfect season and top national ranking. Bryant praised his players as Alabama’s onside kick and execution impressed after a dramatic comeback.
Alabama dominates Nebraska 39-28 at the Orange Bowl before 74,214 fans. Steve Sloan sets passing records with 20 of 28 for 210 yards and two touchdowns, connecting with Raymond Perkins on two TDs. Perkins adds 159 receiving yards on nine catches, while Tony Jeter and Ben Gregory pace Nebraska with three TDs from Bob Churchich and a one-yard run. Alabama’s defense and offense blend speed and grit to avenge last year’s setback and press title hopes.
The Crimson Tide overcome a stubborn Nebraska team to win the Orange Bowl as Steve Sloan connects on passes and Alabama drives for a first half score. Tom Somerville and Ronnie Kirkland spark the Huskers early but Alabama answers with a series of runs and key completions to seize momentum.
Miami Florida Steve Sloan Alabama quarterback guided the Tide to a 39 28 win over Nebraska earning MVP honors from sports writers and casters. Sloan set an Orange Bowl passing record surpassing Namath and narrowly beat Ray Perkins who had 10 receptions for the game. The trophy was presented after the NBC telecast by an Orange Bowl official.
A six man field led by defending champ Dave Ellis of Toronto will compete in the Lee Larrivee two mile at the 40th Knights of Columbus track meet. The event, set for January 15 at the Boston Garden, includes Tom Laris of Dartmouth Mike Wiggs of England Eamon O Reilly of Georgetown and Jim Irons of Toronto.
Three Nebraska players signed NFL contracts following the 39 28 Orange Bowl defeat to Alabama. Tony Jeter joined the Green Bay Packers while Walt Barnes and John Strohmeyer signed with the Washington Redskins. Teammate Freeman White may sign with Denver. reports place him with the AFL NFL draft by the Giants. Alabama players offered no immediate pro plans. A spokesman said negotiations continue Sunday.
Average weekly earnings for Alabama factory production workers in October were 94.05 dollars. Massachusetts schoolboy sensation Art Dulong of Randolph.
LSU stunned Arkansas 14 7 at the Cotton Bowl ending the Razorbacks 22 game win streak. Joe LaBruzzo powered two second period touchdowns and led the Tigers in rushing while Pat Screen directed the offense. Arkansas fought back with Brittenum and Crockett but LSU defense held firm to preserve a historic win.
UCLA defeats undefeated Michigan State 14-12 at the Rose Bowl as Gary Beban scores two second quarter touchdowns and leads a late Bruins rally to spoil MSU’s bid for perfection. Steve Juday passes for 42 yards to set up MSU’s first score. UCLA seals win with strong defensive stands and a late onside kick.
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