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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1970
Page
7
Chiefs defeat Oakland 17-7 to win the AFL title as Hank Stram notes parallels between his team and a Packers-like Vikings unit. KC’s defense harassed Daryle Lamonica, sacking him four times and intercepting three passes as the Chiefs advance toward the Super Bowl.
Kansas City seized momentum late in the game as Len Dawson connected with Frank Pitts for a key 14 yard score, Wendell Hayes finished the drive, and Otis Taylor made a 35 yard in bounds grab to spark the Chiefs in a comeback against Oakland.
Joe Kapp set the tone for the Vikings as they beat the Cleveland Browns 27-7 to win the NFL title. Bud Grant praised Kansas City after their 17-7 win over Oakland and discussed the upcoming Super Bowl in New Orleans. The Vikings prepare for their first big clash with the Chiefs, relying on game film and cautious scouting.
The Associated Press reports Saturday results across the NBA with notable margins and close games. Boston defeated New York 111 105 while Dallas edged Los Angeles 139 137 and Phoenix beat Detroit 114 109. Cincinnati topped Atlanta 104 102 and San Francisco beat Chicago 116 102. Miami won 114 111 over Pittsburgh while Kentucky ran past New Orleans 119 107 and Carolina defeated New York 100 91.
The AP reports New Orleans is favored to host the Super Bowl for at least two more years at Tulane Stadium after Rozelle Secures a three year option. The game draws large crowds and could require price hikes or a move to Cleveland if needed.
Thousands of Kansas City Chiefs fans packed Municipal Airport to greet the champions after their Oakland victory. Police estimated 5,000 to 10,000 fans gathered as the aircraft landed, breaking through lines to cheer players and wave banners.
Four Chiefs players Gloster Richardson Willie Mitchell Ed Podolak and Bob Stein returned from Oakland with the AFL title to a burglary at their west side apartments. Thieves took cameras televisions clothes photographs and other items. The team planned to depart for New Orleans for a Super Bowl bid against Minnesota.
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