Sooners Face Tough Nebraska Test in Final Prep
Oklahoma coach Barry Switzer calls the Nebraska game the final exam as the No. 6 Sooners, 9-1, meet 10-0 Nebraska after a 28-27 win over Missouri. He praises Steve Davis and Joe Washington, notes defensive struggles, and discusses Sugar vs Orange Bowl implications and possible Fiesta Bowl if they lose.
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Brown's Clutch Catches Drive Cameron Aggies Toward Title
Cameron University star receiver Don Brown has been the focal point of a six game winning streak for the Aggies. A senior from Rice University, Brown showcased electrifying plays including a 53 yard TD hookup with Les Warner as Cameron prepares to host East Central for the state small college title. Brown balances football with studies in physical therapy and has drawn attention from pro scouts as he leads Cameron toward playoff eligibility.
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Nebraska withholds bowl bid in bid to honor one-bowl plan
Nebraska coach Tom Osborne says the 10-0 Cornhuskers will not accept a Fiesta Bowl invitation and may skip a bowl altogether to focus on a single target, while Oklahoma agrees to a Fiesta Bowl matchup with Arizona State or Arizona and Miami of Ohio awaits in the Tangerine Bowl.
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Anderson Shreds Bills With Precision Passing
Cincinnati quarterback Ken Anderson throws for 447 yards with two touchdowns in a 33 24 victory over Buffalo. Chip Myers catches seven passes for 108 yards aiding Cincinnati to 8 1, first place tie in the AFC behind standouts O J Simpson and Walt Patulski.
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OSU Coach Hails Defense After 56 3 Kansas State Win
Oklahoma State coach Jim Stanley praised the defense as his best effort of the year after a 56 3 rout of Kansas State. He highlighted nose guard Richard Allen and quarterback Charlie Weatherbie who will start vs Iowa State, noting Weatherbie’s 237 passing yards and dual I and wishbone formations.
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Defenders Share Cameron Awards In Senior Football Honors
Cameron University coaches named weekly award winners after a 12 to 7 win over Southwestern te with Bud Briley and Julian Fells sharing the Mad Beast Award. Briley posted 19 tackles and two fumbles plus a sack and interception while Fells logged 18 tackles.
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Buckeyes Remain No. 1 Sooners Slip One Notch
The Associated Press poll shows Ohio State atop the rankings with 46 first place votes after a 38-6 win over Minnesota. Texas A&M also held a first place vote. Texas rose to sixth as Oklahoma slipped to seventh after close wins. Notre Dame and Southern Cal dropped out of the Top Twenty.
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