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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1973
Page
13
In Memphis the Liberty Bowl headlines N C State facing Kansas in a high stakes matchup. State, the Peach Bowl defending champions under Lou Holtz, aims for back-to-back victories as Kansas brings a potent passing attack to the classic clash.
OJ Simpson credited his Buffalo Bills' offensive line and blockers for his single season rushing record of 2,003 yards after the 34-14 win over the New York Jets. He named center Mike Montler guards Reggie McKenzie and Joe Delamielleure tackles Dave Foley and Donnie Green and tight end Paul Seymour as key contributors to the achievement. Simpson said the record was a team effort and noted the holes opened by his teammates made the yardage possible.
The Bills star OJ Simpson surpassed 2000 rushing yards with a 7 yard jaunt late in the season, finishing at 2003 yards after NFL statisticians adjusted the tally. Teammates and coach Lou Saban lauded his achievement and the unity with his offensive line.
N C State selects Ron Sewell and John Huff to handle field goals while Kansas assigns Mike Love and Bob Swift to kicking duties in the Liberty Bowl.
Green Bay owner Dominic Olejniczak refused to discuss reports that the Packers' executives voted to keep Coach Dan Devine for two more years. The club, coming off a 5-7-2 season after a 10-4 prior year, faced fan anger and dissension rumors as Devine's grip on the team was questioned.
Oakland edges Denver 21-17 despite a fourth down fake punt attempt as John Ralston’s trick play backfires for the Broncos in a final day clash that also secures Cincinnati Dallas Washington playoff berths. OJ Simpson drives Bills to 34-14 over Jets to reach 2000 rushing yards and 2003 total after league recheck. Cincinnati, Dallas, and Washington win to grab spots. Steelers host Raiders in a rematch after 1972 showdown.
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