Red Miller Named AFC Coach of the Year
Denver coach Red Miller earns United Press International AFC Coach of the Year after guiding the Broncos to their first playoff berth in franchise history. He credits his assistants and players for a season that featured a strong defense and an upset win over Oakland.
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Ken Stabler
Dallas
Broncos Ready For Raiders Despite 32 Point Underdog Tag
Denver coach Red Miller brushes off the 32 point spread as the Broncos prepare for New Year’s Day against Oakland. Linebacker Joe Rizzo notes Oakland’s past strong passing attack but expects a tougher rematch and tighter defense this time.
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Vikes Ready For Dallas In Rainy NFC Showdown
The Minnesota Vikings travel to Dallas for a warm two day practice ahead of the NFC Championship against the Cowboys. Bud Grant notes Minnesota’s upset of the Rams and predicts a tough game on Texas Stadium turf under forecast showers.
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Howell, Braves highlight Lompoc's 7 sports scene
A retrospective of 1977 sports highlights from Roy Howell’s late season surge with Toronto to Mike Bratz joining the Phoenix Suns. Lompoc teams excelled as the Braves posted a 12 1 mark, Pat Fridrich led the league in rushing, and Bratz earned NBA notice after Stanford honors.
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Rain Favors Neither in Rose Bowl Talk as Coaches Brace for Mud
In Pasadena with four days to kickoff the Rose Bowl coaches Bo Schembechler and Don James avoided predicting a winner amid persistent rain. Both teams face unsettled weather and field conditions on natural turf as Michigan contends with Harlan Huckleby’s injury and uncertain tailback plans.
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Stanley Edwards
Bonham trades to Reds stirs 1978 pennant talk
Right handed pitcher Bill Bonham reflects on his October trade from the Cubs to Cincinnati and the Reds 1978 pennant chase. He explains his free agency at season end and credits Sparky Anderson with planning a rotation featuring Seaver and Blue. Bonham discusses Cubs troubles and fatigue factors impacting their late season slide.
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