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Newspaper

Odessa American

Location

Odessa, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 22, 1998

Page

15

Passers Decide Super Bowl as Favre and Elway Lead

AP reports that quarterbacks Brett Favre of Green Bay and John Elway of Denver headlines a game where aerial attack carries the edge. Receivers like Antonio Freeman and Rod Smith, plus versatile backs Davis and Smith, shape a high scoring clash with defenses needing big plays.

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Freeman earns the right to showcase his stuff

Packers receiver Antonio Freeman, praised by Mike Holmgren as one of the best on offense, climbed from a critics’ stance to become a leading playmaker. The third-year pro caught 81 passes for 1,243 yards and 12 touchdowns, carried playoff average over 22 yards per catch, and embodied passion while aiming to tone down showmanship.

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Elway spotlight and Brister praise in pre Super Bowl notebook

San Diego AP reports veteran quarterbacks Steve Bono and Bobby Brister discussing readiness for a possible game role behind Bret Favre and John Elway. Broncos veteran Elway speaks on handling attention while teammates Derrick Mayes and John Michels anticipate a second Super Bowl, with local ties and reflections on past titles.

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Historic Super Bowl Matchups and Winners Snapshot

The fragment lists multiple Super Bowl results from 1967 to 1992, naming teams such as Kansas City Oakland Dallas Denver San Francisco New York Giants Buffalo and Miami, with scores and opponents. It showcases AFL NFL and NFC matchups across decades, reflecting evolving league eras and champions.

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Broncos survivors recall brutal 1990 Super Bowl loss

San Diego AP report recalls John Elway, Steve Atwater, and Tyrone Braxton as the last Broncos from the 55-10 defeat to the 49ers. They face Green Bay seeking redemption in what could be their final Super Bowl, with Elway calling this team balanced and capable. Braxton embraces underdog status while Atwater reflects on the pain of that defeat.

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