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Newspaper
Independent
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Sep 19, 1977
Page
13
Cincinnati remains shaken as Browns quarterback Brian Sipe gambled early and sparked a momentum turning drive. The 13-3 victory stunned the Bengals, with Sipe admitting the bold plays after the win.
In Cincinnati, Cleveland’s defense stifled St. Louis as Gary Sipe connected for a 7-0 win at Riverfront Stadium. Dave Logan, replacing Tau Warfield, helped spark the Browns with a key 7-yard sideline completion, while Don Cockroft kicked two field goals to seal the shutout.
New England Warriors overturned a 14-0 start by Kansas City Chiefs with a 21-7 victory. Darryl Linhgrey scored on a third period rush, Steve Grogan connected with Stingley for a 34 yard score, and Joss Rippyan added key yardage as New England seized momentum and pulled away.
KRPRO football standings show current team rankings and points, with leading clubs noted. The brief list highlights top teams, their win totals, and conference positions, reflecting recent results and overall standings in the league.
In a tense NFL clash at East Rutherford, Gary Shirk caught a late eight yard TD after Ed Marshall's 47 yard deflection. Giants quarterback Gary Golsteyn linked with Shirk for a 20 17 comeback win over the Washington Redskins as linebacker Harry Carson forced a late fumble to seal the victory. The Redskins led late with two touchdowns and a field goal before New York rallied in the final two minutes.
In Seattle, the Baltimore Colts defeated the Seahawks 29 to 14 as they shook off aMediator preseason. Don McCauley and Roosevelt Leaks scored on short runs, Bert Jones connected with Roger Carr for a late TD, and the Colts’ defense limited Seattle after halftime to seize the regular season opener.
Dallas quarterback Roger Staubach scrambled for a four yard late OT score to give the Cowboys a 14 10 win in Minnesota. Staubach, 31, also passed for 1911 yards and produced 21 rushing yards as Dallas secured its fifth straight opening day victory. Landry praised Staubachs late game decision making while Minnesota failed to win at home after a regulation field goal tied the game.
Pittsburgh hosts San Francisco in a national TV matchup on channel 7 at 6 p.m. It opens the NFL season for both teams after tough preseasons. Coach Chuck Noll cites untapped potential while Mel Blount and Jack Lambert reflect on recent roster moves and returns including LC Greenwood's knee injury recovery.
Oakland Raiders win fifth straight and extend unbeaten streak to 14 games after defeating the San Diego Chargers. Rookie sensations on defense spark two key touchdowns as James Harris struggles in debut era. Chargers held to 121 total yards in a lopsided matchup.
Chicago beat Detroit 22 to 15 behind Walter Payton 180 rushing yards and two touchdowns. Steve Schubert returned a 70 yard punt for a score in the second quarter to break a 7 7 tie and give the Bears a lead they never surrendered. The Lions pulled within seven before Bob Thomas added a 35 yard field goal with 3 01 left to seal the win.
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