Navy routs Army 51-0 in worst Cadet season history
Navy overwhelmed Army 51-0 in the Army–Navy game as the Middies punished a winless Cadets squad. Navy built a 6-0 lead, then exploded for 31 points in the final 9 minutes of the second period and held Army to three midfield shows with four interceptions.
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Sooners Complete Undefeated Season With 45 18 Win
Oklahoma State hosts Oklahoma in Stillwater as the Sooners finish 10-0-1, their first unbeaten season since 1956. Steve Davis scores three rushing touchdowns from seven, eight and nine yards, while Joe Washington and Waymon Clark contribute. Oklahoma's defense stalls OSU after a 21-3 halftime lead.
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Tennessee Tops Vanderbilt In Tight SEC Clash
Tennessee rallied to beat Vanderbilt 20-17 as Ricky Townsend kicked 34 and 37 yard field goals in the final five minutes. The victory gave Tennessee a 6 3 record and kept them Gator Bowl bound.
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Georgia Beats Tech 10-3 To Earn Peach Bowl Bid
Georgia defeats Georgia Tech 10-3 as Andy Johnson passes 12 yards to Bob Burns to finish a 94-yard drive. A late goal-line stand by Middle guard Danny Jones preserves the victory, sending Georgia to the Peach Bowl to meet Maryland. Johnson and Poulos spark the scoring drive in the third period.
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Old Aussies take back Davis Cup title
John Newcombe and Rod Laver led Australia to a Davis Cup victory over the United States in Cleveland. The Australians swept the series 3-0 after crushing Stan Smith and Hick van Dillen 6-1 6-2 6-4 in doubles, tying US and Australia with 23 titles apiece in the rivalry. The win gives Australia a 15-13 edge in Challenge Round clashes and ends the match as a pure exhibition with two singles remaining.
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Foster Retains World Light Heavy Title in Historic Bout
Bob Foster, a Black American, outpointed South African Pierre Fourie in 15 rounds to retain the world light heavyweight championship in the first pro title bout between Black and White boxers in the nation. Both fighters bloodied with no knockdowns as Foster secured his second 15 round decision over Fourie in under four months.
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Bengals Seek Playoff Spot in Big Home Test Versus Vikings
The Cincinnati Bengals host the Minnesota Vikings in a pivotal NFL clash at Riverfront Stadium as Cincinnati aims to climb toward the AFC Central lead behind a ground game led by Boobie Clark and Essex Johnson. The Vikings bring a 10-1 mark and a stout defense, while Fran Tarkenton directs a versatile attack.
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Pro football schedule outline from Associated Press
A fragmentary Friday through Monday set of NFL games lists matchups by city and team. Notable entries include Baltimore at New York Jets, Minnesota at Cincinnati, New York Giants at Washington, San Diego at New England, Los Angeles at Chicago, and Cleveland at Kansas City with implied kickoff times.
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