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Newspaper
Independent
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1975
Page
19
Fran Tarkenton, the Minnesota quarterback, said he felt no disappointment or frustration after Pittsburgh halted the Vikings 16-6 in New Orleans, denying a third bid for the Super Bowl. The 34-year-old veteran expressed resolve despite the loss.
Fran Tarkenton, a veteran quarterback, faced the locker room with calm acceptance and no excuses. He credited the opponents as stronger, noting Minnesota failed to establish a running game and could not find the right holes. Senator Hubert Humphrey offered quiet support across the room.
Sandra Sexton, a Bourbon Street performer known as the International Queen of Burlesque, streaked onto the field during half time seeking Pittsburgh quarterback Terry Bradshaw. Guards stopped her after shedding a mink coat to reveal lingerie, as photographer crews captured the moment.
Tony Parisi the Steelers equipment man ordered 75 pairs of shoes with rubber cleats from Canada as damp turf caused slips. Players including Terry Bradshaw Franco Harris and Mean Joe Greene wore them in the second half helping the defense limit the Vikings. Tarkenton praised Pittsburgh’s Front Four and contemplated future title hopes after the loss.
Pittsburgh defeats Minnesota 16 to 6 as Franco Harris, Lynn Swann and a relentless defense anchor a hard fought win. Terry Bradshaw redeems himself with a fourth quarter TD pass after a season of scrutiny. Read: Steelers earn $15,000 each while Vikings collect $7,500 for their Super Bowl loss.
Owner Rooney and players expressed calm postgame pride after defeating Minnesota. Green and Greenwood spoke of staying loose and enjoying the moment while reflecting on the defense and interceptor Greene who sealed the win. Greene celebrated the victory and declared the team heroes.
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