Browns Rally In OT To Top Patriots On TV Thriller
Cleveland defeats New England 30-27 in overtime after trailing 27-24 in regulation. Don Cockroft boots a 35 yard FG to win as Brian Sipe passes for 199 yards and two TDs, while Greg Pruitt leads Browns with 151 rushing yards and a TD reception.
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Southern Cal Replaces Michigan at No. 1 in UPI Coaches Poll
Southern Cal moves to the top spot with 335 points after a 51-0 win over Texas Christian. Oklahoma rises to No. 2 after beating Ohio State 29-28. Michigan falls to No. 3 despite a 14-7 win over Navy.
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Sparky Lyle Clinches Yankees Win as Pennant Bid Nears
Sparky Lyle pitched three innings of one hit shutout relief to earn his 29th save and back New York to a 4-2 victory over Cleveland. Thurman Munson drove in the decisive run as the Yankees move four wins from clinching the AL title, with Boston and Baltimore idle. Tony Oliva and others contributed in other AL and NL games, highlighting a day of key performances.
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Soisson And McGuckin Named Players Of The Week
John Soisson and Steve McGuckin earned Reflector Player of the Week honors after St. Pauls beat Western Reserve 34 12. Soisson ran seven times for 45 yards with two touchdowns and four solo tackles, while McGuckin rushed 10 times for 107 yards including a 71 yard score and showcased breakaway speed.
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