Cornhuskers name 75 co captains Luck and Martin
Nebraska selects quarterback Terry Luck and defensive end Bob Martin as co captains for the 1975 football squad. Luck, who led a Sugar Bowl rally, cautions the role won’t guarantee the starting job while Martin emphasizes boosting unit morale and defensive effort.
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Raiders Face Season With Deep Talent Despite Goal of First Super Bowl
Oakland, led by Al Davis, boasts a strong roster under NFL's 43 player cap with stars Ted Hendricks and Cliff Branch. Coach Madden notes postseason frustrations as the team aims for a first Super Bowl win, facing opener vs. Miami in the Orange Bowl and a stout defense that allowed 226 points last season.
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Petty wins NASCAR 400 after Foyt exit at Michigan
Richard Petty wins the NASCAR Grand National 400 at Michigan International Speedway edging David Pearson by a nose. AJ Foyt exits with a blown engine after 234 miles as rain delays stretch the race to nearly five hours. Cale Yarborough and Dave Marcis collide late, but no position changes occur as Petty seizes the lead.
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Alabama Looks To Rebuild For Another title Run
Alabama, led by quarterback Richard Todd, aims for a national title run after finishing strong in 1974. Coach Bear Bryant notes Todd's potential and targets a fourth championship as Alabama rebuilds a defense with 14 returning starters but a weakened secondary.
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Golfers Join 100000 Club In Memphis Classic Victory
Gene Littler won the Memphis event by five strokes, lifting his 1975 earnings to 110000 as he joined the group of touring pros past 100000 this year. Lee Trevino also reached the milestone, while Jack Nicklaus moved to the top money winner spot ahead of Johnny Miller. Weiskopf Geiberger also surpassed 10000 in early 1975.
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