Old Pros Still in There John Brodie Delivers Superb Moment
John Brodie a 37 year old San Francisco 49ers quarterback delivered a pivotal late game rally against the Minnesota Vikings, throwing a 55 yard strike to Gene Washington and later a touchdown to lift San Francisco into NFL championship play. The veteran’s dual passes and decisive 66 yard drive showcased enduring skill amid a season of aging stars and shifting roles across the league.
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Dolphins Coach Shula Named AP NFL Coach of the Year
Associated Press selects Don Shula of the Miami Dolphins as NFL Coach of the Year for guiding the team to the league's first perfect regular season in 30 years. Mizell Reports HUBERT MIZELL.
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Raiders stomp Ottawa in WHA clash and NHL notes
Ron Ward scored five goals and added an assist as the New York Raiders routed Ottawa 9-4 in the WHA game. Ward leads the league with 69 points, while Wayne Rivers and Brian Bradley also starred. Separately, St Louis ended Boston’s eight-game win streak 4-2, and Don Shula was chosen NFL Coach of the Year after guiding Miami to a perfect regular season. The AP All-Pro team featured Morrall, Little, Stanfill, Anderson, Simpson, Brown, Biletnikoff, Washington, Wright, Yary, Niland, Blue, Kwalick, Humphrey, Greene, Reid, Wilcox, Hanburger, Butkus, Bradley, Johnson, and Ellis.
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Roberto Clemente honored at Puerto Rico memorial service
Friends and Baseball icons gathered at San Fernando Church in Carolina to honor Roberto Clemente, praised for quiet strength in life and on the field. Pilots and cargo crew perished returning from a Nicaragua relief mission, with Clemente's widow Vera present as Pirates officials and mourners watched. A Pittsburgh service followed with Trinity Cathedral attendance as supporters push to rename Three Rivers Stadium Roberto Clemente Stadium.
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Benafield resigns from Arkansas Racing Commission
J W Buddy Benafield of England resigned Thursday as chairman of the Arkansas Racing Commission effective immediately after saying he completed his goals. Beaafield, Fingland mayor, was appointed last year by Governor Dale Bumpers to a five year term on the commission.
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Red Raiders edge Creighton in late jumper
Texas Tech held off Creighton 59-57 as Richard Little sank a 20 foot shot with two seconds left. Tech improves to seven wins in 10 games and has won four straight intercollegiate games. Baylor, Oklahoma, Centenary and others posted notable scores in SWC action.
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Salt Lake City bid faces funding and environment questions
Governor Rampton and local leaders react to the U S Olympic Committee choice of Salt Lake City for the 1976 Games subject to IOC approval. Officials insist no local or state funds be used and no new ecologically sensitive facilities be built in ski canyons. Garn cites a $30 million cost split between construction and operations, while opponents warn of funds and ecology risks.
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AP All-Pro Football Selections Announced
The Associated Press reveals the 1969 All-Pro selections with first and second teams across offense and defense. Notable names include Earl Morrall, Larry Brown, O J Simpson, Gene Upshaw, Jim Otto, Joe Namath, Nick Buoniconti, and Ted Hendricks among others from Miami Dallas Oakland Minnesota Green Bay Pittsburgh and New York Giants.
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