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Newspaper
Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1974
Page
15
Philadelphia defeated Memphis 46-15 as QB King Corcoran threw four touchdown passes and reserve Frank DiMag gio added two more in a World Football League game before 12,308 at Kennedy Stadium. Corcoran completed 16 of 23 for 200 yards. DiMag gio was 3 of 5 for 99 yards.
Birmingham quarterback Matthew Reed threw two fourth quarter touchdown passes to Alfred Jenkins, the second with 26 seconds left, securing a dramatic victory. Jenkins caught the clutch pair as the team overcame a late deficit in an intense finish.
In Portland Oregon rookie Ken Johnson connected with Sam Dickerson for a 15 yard score with 13 seconds left to tie Houston 18-18. Houston had led 8-8 at end of regulation and later 15-15 in overtime before the Texans settled for a tie.
Florida’s rugged defense sparked a 46 21 victory over Chicago at Soldier Field 40 367 paying crowd. A blocked punt return and an interception set up two quick Blazers touchdowns as Florida pulled away after trailing 21 18 in the third period.
Sherman fuels the Stars with 88 rushing yards and a 40 yard strike to Askson for a touchdown, lifting New York past the Sun 14 7 after a tense second half. Adams struggles before Dzepina misses two kicks as Sun fail to convert key chances late.
Jacksonville Sharks meet Hawaii World Football League on national TV seeking a second win. Two rookie quarterbacks, Reggie Oliver and Eddie McAshan, prepare as Ray Stephenson and Kim Hammond are injured. Coach Bud Asher confirms starting plan while injuries shape the lineup.
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