Devine Vows Packers Still In Contention After Rams Loss
Green Bay coach Dan Devine refused to give up on the playoffs after a 24-7 defeat in Los Angeles that cost Willie Buchanan for the season. The 2-2-2 Packers slipped three games behind Minnesota in the NFC Central and face Detroit next. Buchanan will be placed on injured reserve. Charlie Hall will start at left corner with Perry Smith activated for secondary depth. Injury updates covered guard Bill Lueck and tackle Dick Himes among others.
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Xavier Over Premontre 23 21 After WISAA Ruling
The Wisconsin Independent Schools Athletic Association ruled Appleton Xavier victorious 23-21 over Green Bay Premontre, nullifying a late field goal after time had run out. Premontre drops to 7-1, jeopardizing a postseason berth.
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Brewers Trade Wright to Milwaukee for Ellie Rodriguez in Ten-Player Swap
In Anaheim the Angels exchange pitcher Clyde Wright and a player to be named later for catcher Ellie Rodriguez and six other players. The deal includes Steve Barber Ken Berry Art Kusnyer Ollie Brown Joe Lahoud Skip Lockwood Gary Ryerson and a prospect. Rodriguez brings strong defense and a solid bat to Milwaukee as Dalton reshapes both rosters.
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Alabama Closes In On Buckeyes In AP Poll
The AP football poll shows top teams holding positions as Alabama narrows the gap on Ohio State. Ohio State beat Indiana 37 7 and leads with first place votes and over 1 100 points. Nebraska returns to the Top Ten at 10th as Tennessee falls from 6th to 14th after a 42 21 win by Alabama over the previously unbeaten Volunteers. Saints acquire John Beasley on waivers from Minnesota.
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Indians face owners on 1973 finances loss
Cleveland Indians executive vice president Ted Bonda will report to team owners on the club's finances tonight. The franchise reportedly lost about $1.5 million in 1973, highlighting financial difficulties for the ball club.
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Vikings Prepare for Rams Pick and Peck Attack
The Vikings project the Rams will rely on short passes as John Hadl and Harold Jackson test Minnesota's defense. Coach Bud Grant says the defense must force turnovers and capitalize on stops to counter Los Angeles top passer Hadl and his receivers. The two undefeated teams meet at Metropolitan Stadium with Minnesota aiming to extend a six game win streak. Blake Dunlop joins North Stars for tonight's game against the Maple Leafs.
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Pro Grid Standings Sunday schedule and results
The Associated Press lists NFL standings and Sunday games including Oakland and Denver tied at 23 with noon kickoffs for Dallas at Philadelphia Denver at New York Jrs Green Bay at Detroit Miami at New England San Diego at Cleveland Houston at Chicago Los Angeles at Minnesota New York Giants at St Louis Oakland at Baltimore Washington at New Orleans Atlanta at San Francisco Cincinnati at Pittsburgh and a Monday night Kansas City at Buffalo 8 p.m.
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Tickets On Sale For Logan Game At Swanson Field
General admission tickets are on sale for Friday’s Logan Eau Claire North Big Rivers Conference playoff game at Swanson Field. Season ticket holders must buy tickets for this game. Logan to receive 15 percent of the gate with remaining proceeds to the Big Rivers fund, later split seven ways among teams and the conference. Tickets available at Wittenberg's Cigar Store and the Vogue Bar.
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Ex Packer Dave Robinson Chooses Life With the Redskins
Washington coach George Allen persuaded the 32 year old Hall of Fame linebacker Dave Robinson to return for another season with the Redskins. Robinson, an 11th year pro and former All Pro, said he is happy to stay in the NFL rather than retire after last season.
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UW L Fresh Gridders Win
River FallsWisconsin Monday the University of Wisconsin La Crosse freshman football team defeated UWL River Falls 7 0 on a 16 yard touchdown run by Dennis Grusnick and a successful extra point by Doug Rudesill Grusnick gained 119 yards on 22 carries Burke added 92 yards on 26 tries The frosh improve to 2 0 1 this season and the report includes Robindson reminiscing about his career with the Packers and Washington in recent years
WIAA Faces Broad Problems Across Officials Fans and Rules
Don Herrmann of the WIAA told the La Crosse Quarterback Club that state high school athletics face ongoing issues across training updating officials and rule enforcement. He noted most criticism targets fans coaches and officials not athletes and predicted a future playoff system with tie breakers and a three class basketball alignment with 14 games.
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Big Ten Camp Notes From Around The Conference
Indiana reports junior linebacker Mark Deming may miss the season with two broken ribs after the Ohio State game. Michigan honors tight end Paul Seal and defensive end Walt Williamson as Champions of the Week for the 35-6 win over Wisconsin. Minnesota coach Cal Stoll says Michigan poses a threat but they won’t be intimidated in the Little Brown Jug clash. Northwestern notes only injury is Mike Darraugh with a sprained ankle. Purdue awards game footballs to Frank Di Lieto and Bob Hoffiezer for strong play against Northwestern. Michigan State coach Stolz backs quarterback Charlie Baggett despite three straight offensive drives without a TD. Iowa names Mark Fetter Offensive Player of the Week for 99 kickoff yards on three returns. Ohio State coach Woody Hayes warns against conserving for the Big Ten title clash with Michigan.
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