Aers Picked to Defeat Redskins in NFC Playoff Tilt
The article notes signals of the 49ers as eight point favorites over Washington after a 26-13 loss earlier in the season. It highlights Joe Gibbs praising San Francisco and Montana's 390 passing yards in the prior matchup, with the 49ers boasting 14 wins in 16 games and largely clinching the NFC West.
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Palmer starts comeback at age 45 with Miami Hurricanes BP
Hall of Fame pitcher Jim Palmer, 45, tosses to hitters for the Miami Hurricanes in his first throwing session since retiring in 1984. He hopes for a MLB tryout, says training daily since December 16 and that time will tell if teams are interested. Palmer aims for the right fit, not an Orioles return.
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15 finalists named for Pro Football Hall of Fame
Canton AP The Pro Football Hall of Fame finalists include Steelers duo Jim Greenwood and Lynn Swann plus 13 others. First-time candidates include Earl Campbell John Riggins John Hannah and Jan Stenerud. Induction announced January 26 in Tampa with four to seven elected and enshrinement set for July 27 in Canton.
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Father denies report Marinovich will turn pro
Marv Marinovich says Todd has not decided to enter the 1991 NFL draft. He notes no discussion with coach Larry Smith and suggests his son makes his own choices. The Irvine, California story references a National report about a possible pro decision after a tumultuous season at Southern Cal.
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Bruce Smith named AP Defensive Player of the Year
Buffalo Bills defensive end Bruce Smith earns the AP Defensive Player of the Year honor from 80 NFL reporters. He credits focus on the Miami Dolphins as Bills prepare for the AFC playoff showdown. Emmitt Smith named NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year by AP, with 33 of 80 votes. Johnny Johnson of the Phoenix Cardinals close behind with 29 votes.
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Senators Weigh Talks as Pirates Farm System Ties Fray
Harrisburg Senators seek new parent club amid frequent Pirate minor league shifts. Eastern League president Scott Carter declines comment as negotiations with other major leagues including the Yankees Mets and Expos continue. In Mobile, Senior Bowl officials say the January 19 game will proceed and be dedicated to Operation Desert Shield despite any Persian Gulf war.
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Uzelac Named Offensive Coordinator at Ohio State
Eliot Uzelac a former head coach at Western Michigan and Navy has been named offensive coordinator and assistant head coach at Ohio State. He succeeds Fim Collette who left to become Purdue's head coach in December and joins the Buckeyes with the new title announced by the university.
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Ben Johnson Makes Comeback Kickoff in Hamilton
In Hamilton Ontario Ben Johnson the most noted drug abuser in sports begins his comeback at the Hamilton Spectator Indoor Games. He faces a 50 meter dash field in his first race in over two years after being stripped of the 1988 Olympic 100 meter gold and world record for steroids.
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