Record pace slips as Bears shock Vikings in windy bout
In a frigid Soldier Field clash Chicago toppled Minnesota 14 to 13. Tarkenton led the Vikings with 272 yards passing and a two yard TD run but unseasonal wind aided Chicago as Walter Payton sped to a late score and the Bears capitalized on a misplayed punt to seize the win.
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Indians raise box prices for next season
The Cleveland Indians announced box seat tickets will rise by 50 cents to $5 for the next season while all other ticket prices remain unchanged. The news came Saturday from the team noting the modest increase only affects box seats.
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Bengals Top Browns Behind Curtis Long TD Pass
Cincinnati defeats Cleveland 21 to 4 as Kenny Anderson connects with Isaac Curtis for a 69 yard score. Boobie Clark gains 100 yards rushing and Archie Griffin scales the late drive, while Cincinnati’s defense stymies the Browns near the goal line. Carpenter contributes a fumble recovery and a sack in a pivotal defensive showing.
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Pro hoop standings Los Angeles 121 Detroit 10
In a high scoring update the Los Angeles team posted 121 points while Detroit managed 10 Seattle prevailed 126 to 112 over Atlanta as the latest NBA style standings shift.
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Two good ones may be shut out by Herschel Nissenson
The college football bowl picture is confusing. Only Pitt in the Orange Bowl against the Big Eight king seems set among the big four bowls Rose Orange Cotton Sugar, leaving two berths open.
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Michigan and Ohio State Maintains Big Ten Lead
Michigan crushed Minnesota 45-0 and Ohio State defeated Indiana 47-7 to stay in a first place tie atop the Big Ten with two games left before the season finale against each other. Boasting Rob Lytle's 129 yards, Michigan displayed a powerful offense and defense while Ohio State rode a late first-half surge to pull away. Notre Dame looms as a possible major bowl contender amid the broader national bowl picture.
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John David Crow Wins 1958 Heisman Award
Alabama star John David Crow captured the Heisman trophy for 1958, highlighting his standout season. His son John Crow, a junior running back at Alabama, is listed as a member of the team this season.
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NFL talks resume as owners back players for new rules
Owners and players begin negotiations on football’s future without the college draft or Rozelle rule after courts struck both down. No new contract since January 1974. They seek a system allowing parceling of college players to 28 teams while preserving control over established players.
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