Saints postpone title celebration for Cards
New Orleans defeated St Louis 14 to 0 as rookies fueled a Saints win. Cardinals coach Don Coryell said the setback could spur a push to the big game, with St Louis still aiming for a wild card as they eye a showdown with the New York Giants. Alvin Maxson scored in the first, Seal added a fourth quarter end around.
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Lions edge Bengals on late eight yard TD pass
In Cincinnati, Greg Landry connected with Charlie Samlers for an eight yard TD with 29 seconds left to lift the Detroit Lions to a 23 19 upset of the Cincinnati Bengals The win keeps Detroit's slim playoff hopes alive for the NFC Wild card berth and ends Cincinnati's chances.
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Interception seals Oakland win over Chiefs in KC
In 7-0 victory Oakland Raiders rested starter Kenny Stabler as Jimmy Warren returned a fourth quarter interception 44 yards to set up a 10 yard TD pass from Daryle Lamonica to Chit Branch. Lions and Bengals games also referenced with late scores and field goals amid chaotic late season action.
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Dolphins Edge Colts to Clinch AFC East Title
Miami defeats Baltimore 217 16 to seize the AFC East crown, led by Griese passing and Csonka rushing. Jones rallies the Colts late, but the Dolphins hold the one game edge over Buffalo as New York Jets losses clinch playoff spots for Miami.
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Packers claim officials robbed them in loss
San Francisco defeated Green Bay as the officials played a decisive role in a 49ers win. Coach Dan Devine said key calls, including a pass interference penalty on Ken Ellis, hurt Green Bay's chances. Ellis defended his contact while NFL icons and players argued the call as the 49ers pulled away late.
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Freitas TD Helps Chargers Top Bears In See-Saw Tie
San Diego beat Chicago 28-21 as Jesse Freitas threw a 43 yard fourth quarter TD pass and a 10 yard scoring toss to set up the-winning drive. Bo Matthews plunged in from the 1 with 3:25 left for the Chargers fourth win against nine losses. Don Woolf became the seventh rookie to rush for 4,000 yards in a season.
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Boryla leads Eagles to 20 7 win over Giants in rain
Rookie Mike Boryla, in only his second start, throws for almost 250 yards and two TDs as the Philadelphia Eagles beat the New York Giants 20 7. The win lifts Philadelphia to 6 7 while New York drops to 2 11 and endures a fifth straight loss in miserable conditions at Yale Bowl.
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Otis Armstrong stars as Broncos down Houston 37 to 14
Otis Armstrong led Denver with three rushing touchdowns and 183 yards on 31 carries, setting club single game marks. The win locked in Denver’s winning season, with Armstrong finishing the year at 1,283 rushing yards as Keyworth opened scoring with a four yard run.
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Steelers Clinch AFC Central With 26-17 Win Over Patriots
Harris rushes 20 times for AL yards and one TD as Pittsburgh defeats New England 26-17 to seal the AFC Central. Bradshaw connects with Swann for the decisive score. Steelers improve to 9-3-1 and advance toward a playoff date.
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