Navy Faces Pitt for Biggest Test of Season
Navy, unbeaten 6-0, hosts 15th ranked Pitt in a crucial test as coach George Welsh notes the schedule balance. Pitt features a strong defense led by Hugh Green and a quick backfield, while Navy seeks momentum against a tougher opponent. Also on the slate, top-ranked Oklahoma aims for its eighth win against Kansas State as ranked teams collide across the nation.
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Jets emerge as Patriots' focus in tight AFC East clash
New England quarterback Steve Grogan sees the Jets as a rising force with a young, aggressive squad. Matt Robinson has steered New York to a 5-3 mark, matching second in the division as the teams prepare for a pivotal NFL showdown amid a weekend slate that also features Chicago, Green Bay and Philadelphia.
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Knoff steady as Oilers beat Steelers 24 17 in tight finish
Houston safety Kurt Knoff silenced doubts by intercepting Terry Bradshaw and batting down another pass late to seal a 24 17 victory over Pittsburgh. Knoff, unsigned starter turned contributor, will start again vs Cincinnati as he reflects on a rough path from knee injury to NFL fixture. Cincinnati is 0 8 this season.
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Texas A&M Alumni Talk With Pitt Coach Group
Jimmy Johnson, Pittsburgh defensive coordinator and former Arkansas standout, says he talked with Aggie alumni about the A&M head coaching job four days before Emory Bellard's resignation. Johnson, not officially approached, acknowledges strong ties to A&M while Pitt coach Jackie Sherrill says no contact occurred. Bellard resigned after a season decline. Tom Wilson became interim coach as A&M faces Rice.
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