Auburn's Dye predicts surprises after Bo era begins
Auburn coach Pat Dye says the Tigers can surprise many in the post Bo Jackson era despite media projecting a sixth-place finish in the SEC. With Jackson gone to baseball, Dye cites a strong backfield led by Brent Fullwood and Tommie Agee, a developing passing game led by Jeff Burger, and a solid group of receivers as key to improving from last season’s 8-4 finish.
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Bo Jackson
Pat Dye
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Dye
Memphis Chicks
Tommie Agee
Brent Fullwood
Fullwood
Agee
Jeff Burger
Akers outlines Texas Longhorns plan for 1986 season
In an interview Akers defends fan reactions and details roster shakeups. He fired four assistants in January and added Dwain Painter as offensive coordinator and Paul Jette to the defense. Akers names Bret Stafford at quarterback and highlights speed at running back while stressing a crucial need for an improved offensive line and punting, with Britt Hager as a lone experienced linebacker and several players vying for five starting defensive back positions.
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Texas Tech
David McWilliams
Red Raiders
Dwain Painter
Georgia Tech
Paul Jette
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Miami
Painter
Bret Stafford
Pete Rose faces uncertain Reds future after 1985 season
Pete Rose contemplates his 1986 role with Cincinnati, saying he plans to play this season and may pinch hit next year. He notes teammate Tony Perez, 44, deserves recognition as his tenure with the Reds winds down, while Rose keeps open the possibility of future regular duty or a spring training pinch‑hitting stint.
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Rose
Ty Cobb
Pete Rose
Ryan Hail of His Career Before Return to DL
Ryan returns from a stint on the disabled list and goes 4-1 with 14 strikeouts in 94 innings on July 22. He then fans 10 in five innings against Philadelphia on July 27 before leaving with elbow pain. If healthy, he would boost the NL West leaders as the Astros rotate Scott and Knepper.
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Astros
McMahon urged to slim down as Bears face Indianapolis
Chicago coach Mike Ditka said Jim McMahon is overweight and must lose pounds and adjust his attitude before a possible start against Indianapolis. McMahon, listed at 190 pounds, saw limited action in two pre season games and sat out a groin contest. Ditka noted the quarterback avoids sharing concerns and praised an open door policy.
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Griffith Signs Six Year Jazz Contract In 1980s Return
Salt Lake City AP Darrell Griffith free agent star signs a six year Jazz deal after a season ending injury. Utah officials kept details private but indicated the agreement neared prior terms. Griffith, NBA Rookie of the Year, set a 3 point record with 92 in 1984 85 and is expected to be 100 percent by season start.
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Tway Wins Showdown as Norman Fades on Final Day
Tway seizes his fourth career victory with a dramatic rally over Norman, who faltered late after a bad lie in a par-4 and a double bogey at 11. Norman led by four early as Tway birdied 13 and 18 to seal a 7-under finish and a memorable finish to a high stakes duel.
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Jacobsen
Bob
Mission Country Club
Historic PGA Winners List Through 1986 Playoff Note
A compact record of PGA Championship winners from 1916 to 1986 with gaps for years without championships. Notable multiple champions include James M. Barnes, Walter Hagen, Gene Sarazen, Ben Hogan, Sam Snead, Jack Nicklaus, Gary Player, and Lee Trevino. The text notes playoff winner in 1986.
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Jock Hutchison
Walter Hagen
Gene Sarazen
Leo Diegel
Tommy Armour
Jom Creavy
Olin Dutra
Paul Runyan
Johnny Revolta
Denny Shute
Bob Rosburg
Jay Hebert
Jerry Barber
Gary Player
Jack Nicklaus
Bobby Nichols
Dave Marr
al Geiberger
Don January
Julius Boros
Ray Floyd
Dave Stockton
Lee Trevino
Lanny Wadkins-x
Joan Mahaffey-x
David Graham
Larry Nelson
Raymond Floyd
Hal Sutton
Hubert Green
Bob Twayx
West Texas Karatecard Bouts Highlight Nunez Ortega Clash
El Paso hosts a seven round full contact karate semi main as Fabian Nunez meets Frank Ortega with Nunez aiming for a world ranking edge after a knockout in Odessa. Nunez, 24, holds 17-2 with 11 KOs. Ortega stands 13-2. Nunez fights Oct 11 in Midland and Nov 8 in Oklahoma City as a United States title bid looms.
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