Shug Jordan Defies Critics On Auburn Football Cart
Auburn coach Shug Jordan, who lost 25 pounds to cancer, returns fit to coach and chase SEC glory. The piece highlights quarterback Loran Carter leading the offense, a strong receiving corps led by Tim Christian, a capable defense with Mike Kolen and Buddy McClinton, and Auburn’s 6-4 record last year as they aim for the national gridiron elite.
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Tiders Not Loud Enough For Bear
Alabama coach Paul Bryant criticized the Crimson Tide passing defense after Monday practice saying players know what to do but lack execution. He noted no speed or noise on the field and warned practice pace could continue as the team adjusts to two a day sessions.
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Chiefs edge Oilers in AFL opener 26 21
Jan Stenerud booted three fourth period field goals as the Kansas City Chiefs held off the Houston Oilers 26 21 in the AFL opener. Beathard connected on several passes, with 412 yards, as Houston rallied but fell short.
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Dodgers erupt for ten un answered runs to rout Cardinals
Dodgers grab eight in the second inning and crush St Louis 10-1 as Don Sutton improves to 8-14. Stone labors through a four hit game before Upshaw closes in the ninth. Vivid notes include Jaster’s tough night and Dalrymple’s two run single in extra innings as Pittsburgh edges Philadelphia 8-7 in 15.
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Touch Football Meeting Tonight at City Hall
Decatur Park Board convenes at 7 30 p m to organize an adults flag football league for winter. Director Jimmy Brown invites any firm or organization to enter a team as rules regulations and entry fees are reviewed. Open to anyone interested in joining.
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Auburn Tigers poised for better season under Jordan
Jordan expects improved hustle and spirit from the Auburn Tigers this year. The schedule adds SMU and features many home or in-state games, with key tests against Miami, Georgia, Tennessee, and Alabama. Past unlucky breaks have limited potential, but experience and savvy may lift Auburn beyond an also ran.
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Baseball Standings and Tonight's AL Schedule
American League standings show Detroit leading with 91 wins and 628 percent, Baltimore 83 wins, Boston 767 with 13 games back, Cleveland 71 wins, New York 72, Oakland 74, Chicago 61, Washington 57. Tonight's games include Boston at Oakland, Detroit at California, Baltimore at Washington, Cleveland at Minnesota, Chicago at New York.
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Taylor Resigns From Football
New Orleans Saints announce the retirement of fullback Jimmy Taylor after a long playing career. He will join the club in a public relations front office role, with owner John W Mecom Jr stating the decision comes with deep regret and a sense of loss.
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Area Preps Highlight Week Two Football Schedule
Area high schools proceed with Week Two practice as state football season nears. Upsets include Cullman over Butler 27-19 and Hartsville tying Muscle Shoals 7-7. Austin edged Scottsboro 21-20, while Ardmore lost to New Hope 3-0 and Decatur fell to Bradshaw 19-7 with a negated 95-yard TD. Coach Webb laments Bradshaw’s quality. Athens looms next.
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