Cotton Bowl Showdown Tops Bowl Day Lineup
National champion Texas seeks a 31st straight win as they meet Notre Dame in the Cotton Bowl in Dallas at 2 p.m. East. Ohio State faces Stanford in the Rose Bowl in Pasadena at 4 p.m. East. Tennessee battles Air Force in the Sugar Bowl in New Orleans at 1 p.m. East. Nebraska plays LSU in the Orange Bowl in Miami at 8 p.m. East with LSU aiming to upset the favored Cornhuskers and Tagge guiding Nebraska’s attack.
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Stanford Faces Ohio State in 57th Rose Bowl showdown
Stanford coach John Ralston says his 8 3 Indians are ready to challenge undefeated Ohio State in the Rose Bowl. Jim Plunkett, a Heisman winner, leads Stanford against Woody Hayes and an 9 0 Buckeyes as NBC carries the game from Pasadena at 2 pm PST.
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Tough Tigers may loosen up offense
LSU tailback Arthur Cantrelle leads a Tigers squad known for a strong rush defense as LSU prepares for the Orange Bowl showdown with Nebraska. Cantrelle says LSU should mix in razzle dazzle to counter Nebraska’s high scoring pace, after LSU’s uptight approach in the Notre Dame game.
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Oakland-Dallas clash shapes NFC and AFC title showdowns
In Baltimore, the Colts host the Raiders while the 49ers visit the Cowboys. Oakland’s defense and Lamonica pair with Wells and Biletnikoff aim to topple Baltimore 27 17, then Dallas battles San Francisco as Brodie edges Morton 20 17 for the title.
Colts Ready for Cold Game Against Raiders in AFC Title
Baltimore defense aims to slow Oakland in snowy conditions as both teams enter the conference championship. Colts emphasize tough, disciplined play while Raiders rely on passing and a strong rush. players stress execution and staying calm under pressure.
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Old AFL Pride Influences Raiders in Colts Showdown
The Oakland Raiders, chasing a Super Bowl berth, emphasize pride of the old AFL in Sunday’s AFC clash with the Baltimore Colts. Tom Keating and coach John Madden stress experience, weather, and a hostile Memorial Stadium as key factors in a tough playoff matchup.
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Carr leads Irish past Santa Clara in late double OT
Notre Dame edged Santa Clara 85 83 after Austin Carr scored 43 including the deciding two overtime free throws. Mike Stewart led Santa Clara with 28 as Notre Dame improves to 5 2. Florida State topped Arizona and Kentucky State up one 95 85 and 8 0 respectively. Elmore Smith 27 and Travis Grant 24 paced Kentucky State. Memphis State beat Nevada Las Vegas 83 76 while Jacksonville V I game postponed. Willis Reed of the Knicks hospitalized for abdominal pains after recent medical check.
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Dallas plans to pressure Brodie in NFC title clash
San Francisco coach Dick Nolan emphasizes execution as the Forty Niners rely on a pass heavy attack led by John Brodie. Dallas coach Tom Landry notes Brodie's accuracy and says the key is pressuring him, while Craig Morton considers elbow soreness but remains the Cowboys' quarterback plan despite limited passing.
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Morton Elbow Dilemma Clouds Cowboys Playoff Tuneup
Dallas quarterback Craig Morton and coach Tom Landry face a choice ahead of the NFC showdown with San Francisco as Morton heals a bruised elbow and possibly a chipped bone. Morton showed inconsistency in recent games, while Landry notes timing will improve with rest or practice.
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