Plunkett leads 49ers past Patriots in 10 point win
San Francisco beat New England 27 to 17 as Brodie connected with Washington for a 71 yard score and a late fumble return helped seal the victory. Plunkett and Gogolak paced the 49ers offense while Gardner fumbled late, preserving the upset.
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Vikings edge Giants 17 10 as Snead leads late rally
In New York Nora Stead came off the bench in the final quarter after Cuozzo left with a head injury. Snead moved the offense through two drives before connecting with Grim for an 11 yard strike with 1 44 left to seal a 17 10 Vikings win over the Giants. Grim also caught a second pass for five yards as Gene Washington added a reception.
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Hadl Leads Chargers Past Jets 49–21 in San Diego
Dan Hadl sparked the San Diego Chargers to a 49 to 21 rout of the New York Jets at San Diego Stadium before 44 786 fans. Hadl threw for 2 458 yards and four TDs and ran for two more, as Gary Garrison and Billy Parks provided 182 and 75 receiving yards respectively. The Chargers notched their third win in seven games, while injuries plagued the Jets.
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Eagles hold off Broncos after first half TDs
Philadelphia built a 17-16 halftime lead with two first half touchdowns aided by a blocked punt and a fumbled punt recovery. Linebacker Bill Hobbs recovered the ball after Bill Van Heusen blocked the punt, preserving the narrow edge.
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Morrall leads Colts past Steelers with late touchdowns
Earl Morrall threw for 19 and 49 yard scores to Willie Richardson and Ray Perkins as the Baltimore Colts staged a key comeback against Pittsburgh. Morrall connected on several passes late in the game to propel the Colts ahead 34 7, with Perkins delivering a 60 yard scoring effort and Dallas Cowboys style momentum in a high scoring finish.
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Oilers win first of season 10 to 6 over Bengals
Houston Oilers secure their first win of the season with a 10 6 victory against Cincinnati. Key plays include a 42 yard field goal by Mark Moseley and a late turnover punch through a safety credited to Ken Sion bolted. The Bengals struggled as Houston converted offensive chances into points.
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Washington Triumphs 24 14 Over Saints in Eastern Clash
Washington held off New Orleans despite Saints forcing three fumbles and two interceptions. Bill Kilmer led a 1 yard keeper for the touchdown as Larry Brown pounded the ground game.
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Douglass revives Bearmates 23 to 19 in Dallas
Douglass scores a late touchdown to turn a 19 0 deficit into a 23 19 win over the Bearmates in Dallas. Gordon's kickoff return and a Douglass defensive stand fuel the rally as coach Tom Lan g shifts quarterbacks Craig Morton and Roger Staubach to key plays and intercepts set up Mac Percival field goals.
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End strong Cardinals offense stalls Buffalo drive
Fragmented testy play recounts lapses and penalties as the Cardinals push for scoring in a late game exchange. The summary notes a rough sequence with tight end Jackie Smith and several penalties shaping the outcome. The report mentions Canadian football connections and college teammates in a noisy, era-typical game recap.
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Raiders Edge Chiefs in Thin Defensive Battle on Page C-1
Raiders and Chiefs clash in a tight AFL game with Len Dawson throwing for 133 yards on 7 of 13 attempts and an interception. Both teams feature healthy backs and a cautious offensive showcase, with limited big plays and miscues defining the contest.
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Lotta Lions Packers Provide TV Treat
The Green Bay Packers and Detroit Lions, two Central Division teams, expect a packed 48,000 in attendance and a nationwide television audience. Lions lead in several NFC stat categories with Steve Gwens and others among the top rushers and return specialists. Ken Ellis of the Packers tops the NFC in interceptions.
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