Colts Relied on Morrall After Unitas Injury
The 1968 Baltimore Colts, without Johnny Unitas, posted a 13-1 record behind Earl Morrall who moved up from No. 2 to fill in for Unitas. The team blended youth with veteran stars like Ray Berry and Jim Parker, aiming to remain title contenders in the NFL Coastal Division through 1970 as Morrall and Unitas both eyed extended play.
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Kings vs Canadiens on KTLA and KNX radio schedule
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Colts and Cowboys Dominate All Star Selections
Baltimore and Dallas led with four players apiece on the 22 man NFL All Star squad chosen by a 48 member panel of sports writers and announcers. Earl Morrall moved from backup to quarterback. Leroy Kelly and Gale Sayers anchored a star backfield. Deacon Jones and Bob Lilly starred on defense amid a raft of other notable selections.
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Wilt Chamberlain Quietly Delivers Lakers Win Over Cincinnati
With Elgin Baylor injured the Lakers relied on Wilt Chamberlain who defied expectations by taking only three shots in 48 minutes. He scored a single early dunk and otherwise went scoreless while Cincinnati fell 112-108. The game showcased a renewed team approach despite his quiet night.
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Wilt's costly misses pace Lakers win over Royals
Wilt Chamberlain failed to score on six free throws, ending with two points as Jerry West poured in 36 for the Lakers. Los Angeles stretched a 42-21 third quarter advantage to fend off Cincinnati, with dramatic fast breaks and lockdown defense sealing the victory.
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All-City High School Grid Team Led by Knudson and Helm
Two standout players lead the 1968 All-City football selections by the Independent Press Telegram board. Lakewood lineman Tom Knudson earns Lineman of the Year for offense and defense, while Helm of Millikan keys Moore League rushing. Rae of Lakewood dominates as quarterback and skilled kicker, with Lemmeran Anderson Chambon among other top picks.
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Pro Bowl Picks Dominate East Squad With Cowboys Browns
Meredith of Dallas and Fran Tarkenton of the Giants named quarterbacks for the Eastern Conference Pro Bowl. The Dallas Cowboys and Cleveland Browns place eight players each on the 19th annual Pro Bowl roster bound for the Coliseum. Selection by East coaches totals 54 players plus the head coach. Meredith previously led the East to a 20-10 win in 1967 and Tarkenton led the West to a 34-14 triumph in 1965. Cleveland adds five offensive linemen, led by Leroy Kelly.
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Vikings Will Not Run Over Colts in Championship Game
Bud Grant of the Minnesota Vikings said they will not try to run over the Baltimore Colts in the NFL Western Conference championship in Minneapolis. The coach stressed respecting Baltimore’s defensive rush and that Minnesota must mix its game, including passing, to win.
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