Cowboys rout Bears as Dorsett outplays Payton in playoff clincher
Dallas dominates Chicago 37 to 7 in a wild card game. Tony Dorsett shatters expectations with 124 passing yards and a 22 yard TD to Billy Joe Dubree, while Walter Payton struggles with 60 rushing yards on 15 carries. Cowboys reach NFC spotlight with explosive backfield and clutch play action.
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Bears and Cowboys Clash Ends With Cowboys Victory
In a tense clash Walter Payton endured heavy hits as Dallas pressured Chicago. Payton recalled head injuries and sought calm while teammates noted the Cowboys’ relentless defense. Ralph Neely praised his team’s performance, and Pardee’s defense pressured Bears’ offense, opening paths to a 44-? victory with standout moments from Dorsett and Set.
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Vikings Weathered the Storm in Los Angeles
Minnesota Vikings ignore Los Angeles chatter and deliver a win as the sports page highlights a resilient performance amid talk of the weather.
Solunar tables and NFL playoff results mix with weather note
The article blends solunar tables from Richard Alden Knight with sports results. It reports the Minnesota Vikings defeating the Los Angeles Rams 14 to 7 on Monday, sending them to a NFC playoff clash with the Dallas Cowboys. The Cowboys beat the Chicago Bears 37 to 7 to reach the other conference final. Denver and Oakland won to set up the AFL/NFC final.
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Akerskin crash kills UT coach kin near Ank el Arkansas
A brother and nephew of University of Texas coach Fred Akers were killed in a one car crash on Arkansas Highway 38 near Elk, Ark. A third man perished, identification withheld. Carl L. Akers, 36, and Lonnie Akers Jr., 22, were named by Cobb Funeral Service.
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Black athletes sue over hoops coach ruling at Miami event
In a federal suit the University of Miami accused coach Holtz of applying a harsh penalty against black players for a social encounter with a white person. The plaintiffs allege racial bias and seek equal athletic support, graduation assistance, and an injunction against the coach. The Arkansas football team arrived in Miami Monday afternoon.
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Hawks stumble at home amid NBA action recap
The Hawks lose at home as Detroit, Boston, Houston and Denver post wins. Larry Wright fuels Washington past Atlanta with a late burst. Pistons roll Celtics 122 100 behind Eric Money 23 points. Houston tops Kansas City 113 99 with Murphy and Malone 22 each. Denver defeats Phoenix 127 108 led by Thompson and Isell with 24 apiece.
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