Lamonica's Hot Hand Sparks Raiders Dominate Oilers
Darryl Lamonica threw six touchdown passes as the Oakland Raiders routed the Houston Oilers 66-7, earning a spot in the AFL championship against Kansas City in Oakland on Jan. 4. The Chiefs defeated the Jets 13-6 the previous day to set the title tilt.
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Nebraska Dominates Georgia in Sun Bowl Exit
El Paso AP report recalls Sherman and Devaney quotes about war and Georgia. Nebraska’s Cornhuskers opened with an 18-0 first quarter surge, aided by record-setting field goal kicking from Paul Rogers as they beat Georgia 45-6.
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Missouri Can Complete Sweep Orange Bowl bid eyed for 1969 Tigers
Missouri travels to Florida aiming to extend the Big Eight's bowl success as they face Penn State in the Orange Bowl on New Year’s night. Coach Dan Devine lauds the league’s strength after Nebraska and Colorado bowls, with Missouri pursuing a third straight Big Eight bowl win and a 198 record against non-conference foes for the season.
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Chiefs Regain Lost Heights in AFL Title Bid
Kansas City coach Hank Stram boosted by a 136 win over the Jets, saying the Chiefs have regained top form as they prepare to face Oakland for the AFL championship and a Super Bowl berth. Stram praised Len Dawson’s passing and a key fourth quarter goalline stand. Four players miss health status, with practice resuming after Christmas and a potential move to Santa Barbara for training.
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