Redskins Trim Veterans as Roster Cuts Ahead of Season
Jerry Smith and Brig Owens were released by the Washington Redskins as rosters were reduced to 43. Other cuts included Jim Bertelsen Tom Dempsey and Larry Walton with teams such as the Rams Giants Colts making separate moves. Mike McCoy was traded to the Oakland Raiders for Herb McMath and two future picks. Several players placed on injured reserve.
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Davis Finds Magic as UCLA Fades in Houston Clash
Houston quarterback Danny Davis, whose leadership spurred national attention last year, rediscovered his form in the first half of a nationally televised game against UCLA, while the 11th ranked Bruins struggled to maintain momentum in the second half.
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Shaw University and Knoxville College game result disputed
Shaw University and Knoxville College each claim victory after a game never took place. The report references Shaw's contract issue and notes Houston’s junior quarterback led to two touchdown drives in a related college football context, with UCLA's Rick Bashore and a 34 yard field goal by Kenny Hatfield mentioned.
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Maryland Wingback White, Dick Connect for ACC Play of the Week
Maryland defeated Clemson 21 to 14 in ACC play as Chuck White and Larry Dick hooked up for a 25 yard touchdown pass. Coach Jerry Claiborne directed the diagram that earned this play the AP ACC Play of the Week designation.
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Orioles Lurking In AL Background
The Yankees and Red Sox start a pivotal three game series while Baltimore sits ready. Jim Palmer pitched well in a 6 3 win over the Blue Jays and Dave Skaggs contributed two RBI singles as the Orioles trim the gap to two games behind the league leaders.
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Old Score Settled As Johnson Backed Phillies Past Pirates
Dave Johnson avenged a past grievance by homering and collecting two of three hits plus a bases loaded walk to spark the Phillies to a 6-2 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates. Johnson said he was targeting Jerry Reuss and felt satisfied with the night’s two hits.
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Terps Use A Winner For Narrow Clemson Triumph
Maryland reserve QB Larry Dick delivered a 25 yard touchdown pass to Chuck White on a second half drive against Clemson. White caught at the Clemson 5 and scored untouched to tie the game at 14-14 as Dick added a later TD bomb to seal the 21-14 win.
Duke Egos Mend Quickly After Surprising Loss
Duke players recover from the 17 16 setback to East Carolina as Michigan looms. Coach and team focus on regrouping this week with the game plan and practice intensity adjusted for the upcoming challenge.
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Brown Loses Mother as N C State Beats Virginia
North Carolina State earned a season opening win over Virginia while Ted Brown coped with his mother's illness and eventual death. Brown played sparingly as coach Bo Rein and the Wolfpack faced personal tragedy and on field injuries in Carter Stadium. Stringer also left the game with a shoulder issue, adding to the challenges for State.
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Maryland Tops Clemson in Slow ACC Start Amid Attendance Boom
Maryland edged Clemson in a wary ACC opener as the Terps struggle to live up to top 10 expectations while Clemson, Virginia, and others battle for league position. Coaches noted fans, high season ticket sales, and a push toward I formations and 5 2 defenses across seven ACC schools.
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