Spurrier Fights to Call Plays for 49ers Against Rams
San Francisco quarterback Steve Spurrier pushes to call the signals himself as the 49ers trudge to a comeback win over the Rams. Coach Dick Nolan maintains the coach calls the plays while Spurrier argues for more control. The dispute echoes historic debates over onfield authority in football.
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Don Klosterman
Los Angeles
Chuck Knox
James Harris
Tom Landry
Cowboys
Roger Staubach
Dallas
Bill Kilmer
Washington
Fran Tarkenton
Minnesota
Klosterman
Landry
Knot
NFL rejects Memphis bid for expansion franchise
John Bassett failed to win NFL expansion committee approval for Memphis Southmen entry. Committee cited existing expansion plans to Tampa and Seattle and concerns over litigation finances and personnel. Bassett had pledged 40,000 season tickets and several under contract players to lure NFL interest.
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Rams Lose Capelletti for Crucial Pitt Clash
Los Angeles Rams place Heisman winner John Capelletti out with mononucleosis and strep throat as they face the Pittsburgh Steelers in a must win finale. Coach Chuck Knox notes another big blow while Rod Phillips shifts to reserve fullback and Rick Kay to tight end. Pittsburgh sports a five point edge as playoff stakes hinge on Minnesota versus Buffalo results.
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Tiny Rams rookies clash with Packers lineman in field goal rush
Rod Perry a 5-9 170-pound Rams rookie collided with Barry Smith 6-3 240 during a field goal attempt. Joe Danelo, 5-9 166, was the kicker as pictured by Scott Ostler.
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McCormack Wields Power in Sports Money Game
In Los Angeles UPI reports Mark McCormack at 44 runs IMG with 12 offices and 250 employees. The Yale grad oversees a $25 million annual gross, 150+ athlete clients and 100 other entities while noting health scares and a drive for productive growth. He built a fortune from Arnold Palmer ties, legal savvy, and strategic deals. He lives across multiple properties in the US the UK and Fiji and says money matters less as success grows. He highlights rapport with athletes and cautions about ego-driven franchise purchases amid sports’ shifting landscape.
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Braves in desert Cong Classic opens with undefeated Cabrillo base
The undefeated Cabrillo Congs (6-0) open the Conquistador Classic against Royal High at 8:30 p.m. in Quartz Hill near Lancaster. Lompoc Braves (3-3) face Antelope Valley at 6:30 p.m. with potential semifinal at 6:30 tomorrow if they win. Tickets cost $2 adults $1 students.
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Undefeated Missouri Threatens UCLA In Pauley Battle
UCLA with No. 5 ranking hosts 6-0 Missouri at Pauley Pavilion seeking a 85th straight win. Bartow faces guard depth with Andre McCarter Brad Holland Ray Townsend Jim Spillane and Roy Hamilton competing for minutes. Western action includes Seattle Pacific Washington and others. San Diego State Luca Copp Kramer strong scoring pace lead Aztecs.
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Braves' reserves lift Buffalo past Rockets without McAdoo
Schlueter and McMillen combined for 25 points and 14 rebounds as Buffalo overcome McAdoo’s injury to beat Houston 88-85. Weiss nailed the go ahead 18-footer with 14 seconds left sealing the win for the Braves.
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