Buckeyes Woody Leads UCLA Scout For Ohio State Clash
UCLA coach studies Ohio State game films to address defense and stop Buckeye ball carriers. Vermeil notes Bearcats, Buckeyes, and Spartans present big, fast threats as he analyzes roster and disciplined play ahead of the Michigan State contest.
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Inch Munday
UCLA
Ohio State
Spartan
Charlie Baggett
North Carolina
Verweil
Imeil
Archie Griffin
Test
Igabin
Brown
Coaches' uncertain firing sparks managerial rumors across leagues
The Associated Press reports a wave of firings and hopefuls after a string of season endings. McMillan and Quinnell faced interim stints with Mets and Braves, while Tom Lasorda and Duke Snider surfaced as possible successors. Other managers like Weaver Schoendienst and McNamara were noted as staying on, with Ralph Houk and Gene Mauch seen as future candidates amid widespread speculation.
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Associated Press
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Deidall
McMillan
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Clyde King
Atlanta
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Earl Weaver
Baltimore
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Philadelphia
Red Schoendienst
St. Louis
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San Diego
Hayes Sees Buckeyes Top Sooners After Wins
Ohio State coach Woody Hayes says his team should be No. 1 after a 25 point win over North Carolina and a strong showing against UCLA, as the Buckeyes prepare for a national telecast at the Coliseum. He notes UCLA QB John Sciarra as a key threat and discusses handling natural sod and the upcoming night game.
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Dale Carey
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Yhemp
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Jon Pederson
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Michigan State
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Lakers face Wilt saga as Goodrich holdout stretches roster
In Los Angeles the mood centers on Wilt Chamberlain's status amid Cooke Trust talks to free or keep him, while coach Bill Sharman copes with Gail Goodrich's salary dispute and a crowded roster. Preseason in Santa Barbara opens with Kareem Abdul Jabbar at center and Pat Riley returning from knee surgery. Eddie Futch boosts security for Joe Frazier ahead of his fight with Muhammad Ali in Manila.
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Joe
Buckeyes top AP while Sooners hold UPI lead in early polls
After three weeks of the 1976 season, Ohio State leads the AP poll with 90 first‑place votes and 1,086 points, while Oklahoma sits atop the UPI ranking with 20 first‑place votes and 382 points. Switzer’s Sooners boast a 23‑game win streak after a close win over Miami (Fla.), as UCLA drifts to 13th AP and 18th UPI amid the early rankings buzz.
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UCLA
Ali Versus Frazier Promises Brutal Showdown
Muhammad Ali predicts a one sided rout, claiming the judges will stop the fight by or before round three as Joe Frazier remains a punching bag. Frazier hedges on the bout, saying he could go from one to fifteen rounds, staying in the fray. Ali, training in Malaysia, downplays sparring and emphasizes Frazier's in your face style.
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Joe
Frazier
Joe Frazier
Eddie Futeh
Futch
Ron Lyle
Malaysia
Grand Prix hype and Purdue spillover in weekend sports talk
The piece critiques the Indianapolis 500 lineup lapse and high early start, notes fan discontent over concession prices, and highlights Purdue coach Alex Agase praising USC and Ricky Bell while downplaying Notre Dame Trojan odds. It contrasts football with Grand Prix attention and quotes Agase on Bell versus Archie Griffin.
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Ramsey Sparks Denver Broncos in TV debut win over Packers
Broncos backup Steve Ramsey delivered a standout national telecast, completing 8 of 11 passes for 99 yards and guiding Denver to a 34-43 victory over Green Bay. He connected on a touchdown to Jack Dobin and set up Jim Turner’s three field goals, while Randy Gradishar’s 44-yard interception return sealed the win. John Hadl threw for 273 yards for Green Bay, but two Hadl turnovers proved decisive.
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Houston
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Reyard
Jack Dobin
Jim’ Turner
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John Hadl
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Will Harrell
John Brockington
Hadl
Bronco
John Ralston
San Diego
Brockington
USC coach McKay faces pressure over finances and future
John McKay speaks about family life, health worries, and persistent speculation about his USC tenure. He denies financial inducements, notes blood pressure concerns, and questions UCLA and Tampa rumors while weighing whether to stay or move on.
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McKay
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Parseghian
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