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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1966
Page
10
Green Bay and Dallas, fresh from Dallas workouts after cross country travel, prepare for Sunday's NFL title game in Cotton Bowl conditions. Managers note rain and damp fields may favor Green Bay. Dallas relies on Hayes and Reeves to counter.
Syracuse plans to spring surprises in the Gator Bowl as Purdue and Southern California tune up for Rose Bowl week. USC safety Nate Shaw and running back Rod Sherman show top form after knee surgery. Purdue’s LeRoy Keyes stands out as a dual threat.
Syracuse fears Tennessee’s passing edge as Ben Schwartzwalder’s offense plans more depth and aerial attack led by Rick Cassata’s backup questions. Floyd Little and Larry Csonka pace a strong Volunteers defense built by All-American Paul Naumoff, while Warren’s shoulder injury adds uncertainty for Tennessee.
Green Bay coach Vince Lombardi and Dallas mentor Tom Landry spoke on Friday that the deciding factor in the NFL title game will be quarterback play. Lombardi cited Bart Starr and Don Meredith while praising their teams and noting injuries and lineup moves as key factors for Sunday at the Cotton Bowl.
Eight All-America players headline the 42nd East West game for Shriners Hospitals. East stars include Nick Eddy, Clint Jones, Joe Lynch, George Webster, Jack Clancy, Danny Talbott and Benny Russell. West features Mel Farr, Loyd Phillips, Tom Greenlee, J To King, Dave Jawis and Don Horn. Pete Pifer starts at fullback. Ray McDonald and Jerry Bradley key backups and West favored by six points. The East holds weight edge with a 233 offensive average and 243 front-line weight. West averages 224 and 235.
Miami AP report says Georgia Tech faced lowering odds against Florida in the Orange Bowl due to injuries boosting Georgia Techs Raider defensive unit. Dodd notes Schroer limited by knee, Carlisle to start with no backup, Brown not yet a factor, while Florida's Spurrier regroups after idle weeks.
Kenny Stabler and Bobby Jones of Alabama center a badge to Donna Dill, the 1967 National Match of Dimes Poster girl, during a Sugar Bowl photo session in New Orleans. The article notes Alabama, ranked third and undefeated in 1986, argues for top national rating ahead of Monday's Sugar Bowl rematch with Nebraska.
West Milton native Carl Brumbaugh recalls Chicago Bears dramatic 23 21 win over the New York Giants at Wrigley Field on Dec 17 1933 as the NFL crown. He reflects on lead changes and Bronco Nagurski’s pivotal pass to Bill Hewitt and Bill Karr’s 34 yard score.
Chiefs coach Hank Stram and Bills mentor Joe Collier discussed weather, field conditions, and game plans as they prepared for the AFL championship. Dawson, McClinton, Garrett, and Taylor key the Chiefs attack, while Buffalo relies on a veteran defense after a strong season. The game airs NBC at noon CST from Ward Memorial Stadium.
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