Rejuvenated Cowboys Defeat Green Bay 16-3
The Dallas Cowboys beat Green Bay 16-3 in Dallas to move to 7-4 in the NFC East and end Green Bay playoff hopes. Mike Clark kicked three field goals, Bullet Bob Hayes added an end-around score, and Bart Starr was sacked four times as Green Bay managed only 78 rushing yards and 51 passing.
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Rockets Find A Cannon Rockets Find A Cannon
Denver Rockets defeat Pittsburgh 130-124 behind Larry Cannon who scored 36 points for the second straight game after acquisition from the Floridians. The win came as Spencer Haywood faces contract dispute and Phoenix Suns top Seattle 126-115 in the NBA.
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Road Atlanta Track Tests Mettle of Road Race Champs
Road Atlanta hosts a demanding test for top drivers amid a colorful scene of racecar fans, pit crews, and sponsor-backed teams. The feature notes centering on Georgia racing culture and the ongoing pursuit of championship status at the renowned venue.
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New ARRC Runoffs Test Drivers On a Demanding Track
The annual amateur championship returns to a new facility over Thanksgiving weekend. The 2.6 mile course tests drivers with a six sense-like judgment as three layers of races have worn the surface. Self-prepared cars, scrutiny by inspectors, and the chance to catch a sponsor’s eye loom large for competitors aiming to prove talent and hard work can trump factory backing.
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Longhorns benefits and injuries cloud big win over A&M
Texas, riding a 29 game win streak, thumped Texas A&M 52-14 as Darrell Royal fretted over a growing injury list. Key players Worster Phillips Speyrer and Braband were among those hurt, while Arkansas looms as a dangerous Dec 5 rival for a Cotton Bowl bid.
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Florida State Falls to Houston After Bogus Tackle Incident
Houston defeats Florida State 53 21 as Nick Holm breaks free for a long return before a controversial off the ball tackle by Dirty Dan Whitehurst on Holm sparks debate. Elmo Wright sets record with his 33rd touchdown catch while Gary Mullins throws two to Wright and a 25 yard to Parrott. Houston improves to 7 3 with Dec 5 finale vs Miami. FSU ends 7 4.
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