Raiders top Browns 27 10 as Allen spearheads playoff win
Marcus Allen rushed for two touchdowns and Jim Plunkett hit for 8 yards to lift the Los Angeles Raiders to a 27 10 victory over Cleveland in the first round of the AFL playoffs. Allen’s 72 yards rushing and 75 receiving, plus a strong defense, carried LA past a Browns squad that fought back in the first half.
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Jets and Bengals faceoff in AFC playoff opener
Jets and Bengals meet in an AFC playoff opener after dramatic turns last season. Key players Freeman and Richard Todd headline an offense ranked among the league leaders, while Anderson notes both teams have improved since last year’s shootout.
Steelers vs Chargers AFC playoff opener at Three Rivers
Pittsburgh and San Diego meet in a high scoring first round matchup at Three Rivers Stadium. Dan Fouts leads a Chargers attack featuring Kellen Winslow and Wes Chandler as both teams chase points after a season of prolific offense and a midseason shift to balance pass and run.
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Steelers and Chargers Face Off In High Scoring AFC Clash
Steelers sit fourth in the AFC in scoring with a 24.5 point per game average as they notch 37 points in each of their last two games. Chargers rank near the bottom, allowing 24.5 points per game with Don Coryell blaming inexperience on a patchwork defense. Chuck Noll argues San Diego’s offense may tire their defense by keeping them on the field too long.
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Vikings Falcons Meet in Playoff Line Duel at Metrodome
The Vikings and Falcons, both 5-4, clash in a sold out Metrodome for an opening NFC playoff game. Minnesota relies on a stifling defense led by Doug Martin as Danny White was pressured in a 31-27 win that earned home field, while Atlanta aims to rebound after two losses with Steve Bartkowski and three All-Pros anchoring the offense.
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