Redskins romance fades after loss to Cardinals
Washington limps into Dallas for Thanksgiving after a 27 17 defeat left them tied for NFC East lead. Key players sidelined include fullback John Riggins and defensive tackle Dirco Talbert, while coach Pardee laments injuries and a lack of aggression.
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Irsay's tirade shakes Colts. Marchibroda vows fundamentals
Baltimore owner Robert Irsay lashed out after a 45-44 loss to the Browns, threatening to fire Ted Marchibroda's assistants and inviting locker room turmoil. Marchibroda defended plans to stay the course while noting Irsay's comments caused national attention amid a season with slim playoff hopes.
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JFK Hike Finisher Talks Pain and Team Spirit
The JFK Hike Run tester, claiming a 50.2 mile challenge, requires grit and endurance. The writer recalls finishing in 13 hours 18 minutes with sisters Barbara and mom cheering, meeting Janet the math professor, and pushing through extreme fatigue and cold as they aimed for faster times next year.
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Atkins Breaks Burgee Mark In Maryland Clemson Game
Maryland’s Steve Atkins ran a 90 yard touchdown against Clemson at Byrd Stadium to break Dick Burgee’s long scrimmage record. Burgee, a Frederick lawyer, had held the 90 yard mark from 1954. Maryland won 74 to 13 and Burgee learned of the record during a JFK 50 Mile Hike.
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Jim) Tatum
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Maryland Terps Ups and Downs Refocus After Clemson
After a fluctuating season Maryland coach Jerry Claiborne and star running back Steve Atkins addressed the Clemson defeat noting no disgrace in losses to top teams and arguing the Terps deserved a bowl bid. Projections pointed to the Sun Bowl due to television market size and ticket sales.
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Duran to fight Brooks in Garden card December 8
World lightweight champion Roberto Duran will move up to junior welterweight for a 10 round bout against Monroe Brooks December 8 at Madison Square Garden in a Don King promoted card. The show also features Wilfredo Benitez versus Vernon Lewis, Diablito Valdez versus Francisco Villeges, and Johnny Lira versus Larry Stanton. Benitez eyeing a Palomino title shot as Valdez, a Dominican, scored a decision in October. Duran plans the move after trouble making 135 pounds, following a training hand injury recovery.
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