Oklahoma Girds for Strong 1973 Season in Big Eight Race
Oklahoma enters 1973 aiming to challenge for the Big Eight title despite losing stars from last season. Coach Barry Switzer must replace All-American linemen Leroy Selmon and Dewey Selmon, with injuries clouding spring progress. Offense centers on Dean Blevins and Thomas Lott as Horace Ivory Elvis Peacock and Jim Culbeth pace the backfield, while a hopeful defense features linebackers Bill Dalke and Daryl Hunt and a promising secondary led by Jerry Anderson and Zac Henderson.
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ASU Eyes No 1 From Preview Peak in 1976
Arizona State, ranked No 2 at end of 1975, returns 15 starters from 1973 with nine on offense as coach Frank Kush enters his 19th season. Dennis Sproul competes for quarterback, supported by John Jefferson, Larry Mucker, Bruce Hardy and Kirk Carter as the defense must compensate for the loss of Mike Haynes and Larry Gordon. Kush aims to continue the Sun Devils' rise toward a national title.
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Redskins Trade for Oilers Guard Ron Saul
The Washington Redskins exchanged three future draft picks to acquire left guard Ron Saul from the Houston Oilers. Saul, 28, started every Oilers game at left guard last season as the team went 10 4 4. Coach George Allen stated the move targets a regular veteran to add two to three more seasons.
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Bryant wary of brutal 1976 Alabama schedule
Alabama coach Bear Bryant says players should thank their tough 1976 schedule as the Crimson Tide prepare for a season opener at Mississippi and face high-profile SEC rivals and Notre Dame. He notes losses from the previous year, but praises standouts Baumhower, Hannah, White, and returners Nathan and Davis as key assets.
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Ohio State Faces New Approach Under Woody Hayes
Ohio State coach Woody Hayes, 62, shifts from exhibition nonconference games to demanding competition early. The Buckeyes open with Michigan State, Penn State, Missouri and UCLA, aiming for a third national title amid major player losses and a revamped lineup.
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