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Newspaper
Pecos Enterprise
Location
Pecos, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1970
Page
9
College football’s Heisman Derby begins as athletic-relation staffers flood media with player profiles and endorsements. Bob Murphy notes most players view the trophy as recognition of on-field achievement, though media exposure heavily influences outcomes.
A Purdue player discusses the Heisman trophy, noting Ohio State's win over Purdue hurt his chances. He says a spectacular showing could have helped but pro prospects matter less. players prefer winning and major honors for their teams, with a preference for beating USC.
Texas opens vs California while Penn State hosts Navy as both teams seek to extend long unbeaten runs. Navy defeated Colgate 48-22 last week, Penn State aiming to extend its 30 game unbeaten skein, and Darrell Royal cites depth issues as key concern for Texas ahead of a clash with Nebraska/USC.
The American League East leads with Baltimore at 96 51 and New York at 83 65. West shows Minnesota 88 59 and Oakland 81 68. Tuesday results include Baltimore 6 Washington 2 and New York 8 3. National League standings list Pittsburgh 78 68 and Chicago 77 69 with New York 78 70.
The Sul Ross State University Lobos begin the 1970 football season on the road at Eastern New Mexico University in Portales, N M. This 16th meeting in the series dates back to 1946 with Sul Ross holding a 12 3 edge and seeking to improve on the 4 5 1 record from 1969. Key players include quarterback Ronnie Bell of Breckenridge running backs Willie Dickson of Clint and Bobby Smith of Andrews and 196 pound sophomore Felix Arias of Pecos.
Dallas coach Tom Landry announced Roger Staubach would start at quarterback over Craig Morton in Sunday's lineup against Philadelphia. Dennis Homan earns the split end role over Bob Hayes, and Blaine Nye starts at guard replacing Ralph Neely after strong preseason performances.
Juarez Greyhound Club begins racing week by adding the Exacta betting form known as the exciting Exacta. Patrons must pick first and second in order for the seventh race. General manager Dem Sotomayor says Exacta offers bigger payoffs than quintela and meets fan demand.
Willie Stargell hit a three run homer as Pittsburgh beat Philadelphia 8-3. Billy Williams sparked Chicago past St. Louis 5-3. Montreal topped New York 5-4 on a Koosman wild pitch. Pirates lead Cubs and Mets by one game with Chicago slipping to second. Williams noted taking advantage of breaks and Koosman recalled the wild pitch. Elsewhere Houston beat Cincinnati 9-2, San Francisco 8-0 over Atlanta, Dodgers 5-4 over San Diego. New York swept Boston 8-6 and 3-2. Baltimore over Washington 6-2. Cleveland beat Detroit 4-3. Minnesota over California 7-5 then 5-3. Milwaukee 1-0 over Oakland. Rain halted Chicago at Kansas City.
Orioles beat Washington 6-2 behind Dave McNally to edge toward a second straight AL East title. Twins split with California 7-5 win in the opener but lose 5-3, keeping the lead at eight games and a magic number at seven. Yankees sweep Boston. Indians win fifth straight. other NL results noted.
The roster features Tony Baker, Don Shy, Tom Barrington, and Ernie Wheelwright with John Shinners possible from start. Knee surgery sidelined top rookie of ’69. De Williams and Jake Kupp anchor guard and tackle roles. Center competition with Mike Pyle. Doug Atkins retired. Dave Rowe and Mike Tilleman improve. Linebackers rely on castoffs. secondary sees Scarpati incoming and Nevett at corner. Delles Howell and Dickie Lyons compete. Tom Dempsey as long range kicker but punting struggles. Tommy Devis added for look. Third in Western Division signals cautious confidence.
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