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Newspaper

Independent

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Jan 19, 1976

Page

15

Steelers back in 77 as Swann stars in Super Bowl win

AP reports Steelers win Super Bowl X 21 17 over Cowboys. Terry Bradshaw and Jon Swann linked on a 64 yard bomb for the decisive score as Pittsburgh repeats as champions, with Swann named MVP amid veteran praise from Lambert Mansfield and Noll. Staff notes Bradshaw left with a concussion, Russell, Wagner, Harrison and Bieler key plays.

Sami Footall Jon Swann Pittsurgh Terry Bradshaw Swann Dallas Pittsbuurgh Dall Yalyards Green Bay Miami Steelers Minnesota Jack Lambert Ray Mansfield Andy Russell

Suns Topple Hoops as Shumate Leads Suns With 28

Detroit and Milwaukee battles fill the scoreboard as Sun center John Shumate pours in a career high 28 points while teammates pace a comeback. Hale and Wytaene contribute in a hectic NBA night amid close finishes and free throws.

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Swann Looks Back on High Jump Roots and Pro Career

Swann recalls basketball leaping edge that shaped his football skills. He highlights high school achievements including Sac Mateo state long jump champion and impressive track times. He notes catching four passes for 61 yards and a TD, and expresses anticipation for Super Bowl XI in the Rose Bowl.

Swann Page C Sac Mateo Los Angeles

Steelers edge Cowboys in Super Bowl thriller

Dallas led 17 0 late in the third quarter but Pittsburgh’s defense and key plays turned the game as Roger Staubach noted big plays by the Steelers. A blocked punt by Reggie Harrison and a Wagner interception shifted momentum, with Terry Bradshaw finding Lynn Swann on a 64 yard TD to seal Pittsburgh’s 21 17 win.

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Steelers Triumph In Classic AFC Title Battle At Orange Bowl

In a tense playoff clash at the Orange Bowl the Steelers edged the Cowboys 21 14 after Bradshaw connected with Swann on a crucial bomb despite Swann's concussion scare. Staubach mounted a late Dallas surge but failed to convert final chances as Edwards intercepted in the end zone with time expired.

Steelers Bradshaw Swann Oakland Gary Dallas Clif Harris Pittsburgh Cowboys Staubach Percy Howard Terry Harratty Noll Chuck Bieter Ranratty Drew Pearson Minnesota Howard Glen Edwards Edwards

Kings Win By Narrow Margin In Booing Heavy Game

Vachon stopped Detroit’s attack as the Kings won amid heavy crowd booing of longtime Red Wing Gordie Dionne after he left Detroit. Dionne scored twice while Polonich shadowed him, drawing multiple penalties, with Red Wings coach Billy Dea noting Dionne’s readiness for the hostile reception and Kings coach Bob Pulford urging focus on their game.

Billy Dea Red Wing Dionne

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