Browns Proxy Pleased By New NFL Alignment
Cleveland owner Art Modell supports the NFL reorganization as the Browns join the Eastern Conference Federal Division for 1968 with the Cardinals Steelers and Giants. The Giants switch to the Capitol Division in 1968, and scheduling will be reviewed before 1969.
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Notre Dame Dominate All-America Selections for 1966
Notre Dame players led the 1966 UPI All-America football team with four first team selections led by Bubba Smith of Michigan State near unanimous vote. Michigan State also placed Gene Washington and George Webster on the squads, while Notre Dame dominated second team berths as well.
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United Press All Americans Named for 1960s Era Honors
Sports writers select top players across offense and defense. Notable picks include ends Gene Washington and Jack Clancy, tackles Cecil Dowdy and Ron Yary, guards Tom Regner and Laverne Allers, center Jim Breland, quarterback Steve Spurrier, and backs Nick Eddy Mel Farr Floyd Little. Defense features Bubba Smith Tom Greenlee Duranke Lloyd Phillips Wayne Meylan linebackers Jim Lynch Paul Naumoff halfbacks George Webster Nate Shaw Tom Beier and Martine Bercher.
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Tennessee
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Gary Collins a fierce Browns pass receiver and punter
Gary Collins stands as a premier Browns end and punt leader, chasing legacy records set by Dante Lavelli and Mac Speedie. He wields speed and power, logged a 46.7 yard punt average title, and impressed with a Thanksgiving game two-way impact including a 21 yard reception and a 46 yard grab.
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Coaches named for 18th annual Senior Bowl in Mobile
Minnesota Vikings coach Norm Van Brocklin and Washington Redskins coach Otto Graham were chosen to lead the North and South All-Stars respectively for the Senior Bowl on January 7 in Mobile Alabama. The selection continues the AFL and NFL coaching rotation.
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