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Newspaper

Delaware County Daily Times

Location

Chester, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Dec 18, 1978

Page

12

Montgomery powers Eagles into the playoffs

Eagles rookie Wilbert Montgomery rushed 25 times for 130 yards and scored twice against the Giants, setting a club rushing record and clinching a 20-3 win that sent Philadelphia to the NFL playoffs. Ron Jaworski linked with Harold Carmichael for a 43-yard score, while Frank LeMaster added a late defensive touchdown.

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Final Week Shifts NFC Playoff Picture

Across the league, Eagles clinch a playoff berth with a 20-3 win over the Giants while Atlanta locks in a wild card watching Washington eliminated. Minnesota loses to Oakland but wins the NFC Central with Green Bay’s loss, as Los Angeles and San Diego surge toward postseason spots with decisive wins.

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