Fusina Leads Heisman Hopefuls Amid Telegenic Standouts
The 1978 Heisman race narrows to backfield contenders led by Penn State’s Chuck Fusina and Oklahoma’s Billy Sims as TV exposure and team success weigh in. Others on the list include Rick Leach, Charles White, Ted Brown, Charles Alexander, Jack Thompson, and Jeff Rutledge, with defenses like UCLA’s Jerry Robinson and Penn State’s Bruce Clark considered outside bets.
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Sugar Bowl scene paves path to national title game
The Sugar Bowl could host a title clash if Alabama defeats Auburn on December 2, earning the SEC representative to face No. 1 Penn State on New Year’s Day in New Orleans. Penn State, 10-0, holds top AP ranking with 1,306 points, while Alabama sits 9-1 in second place with 1,213 points.
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Modesty Has Better Grip On Campbell Than Foes
Houston rookie Earl Campbell exploded past Miami for 199 rushing yards and four touchdowns, lifting the Oilers to a 35-30 win. He rose to 1,143 rushing yards, edging Delvin Williams and threatening the rookie mark. Campbell emphasized goals beyond records and stressed team success. Griese led Miami with 349 passing yards and two scores as the Dolphins leaned on the air game to stay competitive.
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Russians Beat Jayhawks In Little Rock Exhibition
The Russian National basketball team defeated Kansas 84-67 in Lawrence after leading 48-35 at halftime. Andrei Lopatov scored 19 and Vladimir Tkachenko sealed with late baskets as the Russians improve to 8-4 on their 13 game tour. Jayhawks guard Darell Valentine and center Paul Mokeski led KU with 24 and 16 points respectively in a hard fought loss. Arkansas coach Eddie Sutton remarked the game does not affect season records.
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For Your Thanksgiving Dinner But Rather Than Sincerely
A compact note ties seasonal meals to personal sentiment, suggesting thoughtful choices beyond generic greetings. It reflects a cultural moment of gratitude and hospitality without explicit events or dates.
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