Cosell Attacks Friends in Tell‑All Excerpts
Excerpts from Howard Cosell's new book I Never Played the Game reveal sharp, personal takedowns of Frank Gifford Don Meredith and O J Simpson. Cosell portrays Gifford as error prone and weak voiced while Meredith is described as lost and combative. He labels Simpson miscast both as a broadcaster and as a friend.
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Cosell comments trigger mixed views on Monday Night Football
Birmingham columnist Paul Finebaum notes Howard Cosell highs and lows in his book. Cosell criticizes Frank Gifford and OJ Simpson while admitting a ratings impact from his absence. The piece contrasts Cosell with new announcers Namath and Meredith, calling for humility.
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College football poll shows rapid shifts after week
Scripps Howard poll analysis notes Air Force and Florida make notable jumps after wins while Ohio State and SMU fall after losses. Iowa remains top with 15 first place votes, Michigan rises to second, Oklahoma close behind, Florida State Penn State Oklahoma State Florida Alabama Arkansas Nebraska round out the top ten.
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