Ali Enjoys Relaxed Start After Spinks Victory
Muhammad Ali says he will take time to rest and reflect after earning a third heavyweight title by defeating Leon Spinks in New Orleans. He hints at a possible big money rematch with Larry Holmes, noting age and future plans while Bob Arum calls Ali-Holmes the logical next bout.
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Ali Criticizes WBC Title Amid Holmes Norton Fight Talk
Southern Illinois report notes Ali dismisses the WBC belt as a sham while Holmes prepares to defend his title. Arum questions the fight’s legitimacy, citing contract doubts with promoters. Spinks faces a cloudy future after a short reign and a controversial corner, with Benton critiquing the corner chaos and Solomon alternating duties.
Redskins face Cardinals with injury plagued offense in peril
The Washington Redskins may face a Cardinals defense of past strength as St Louis struggles offensively this season. New coach Bud Wilkinson cites injuries and lineup shuffles, including J W Cain and Keith Wortman, as causes of misfiring offenses while Dan Dierdorf anchors a reshuffled line after a 16 6 loss to New England.
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Redskins face Cardinals as Theismann leads revamped attack
Washington seeks to extend its strong run against St Louis as Joe Theismann, replacing Billy Kilmer at quarterback, brings a mobile offense. The Redskins, 2 0, rely on a rebuilt line and Theismann to push past a Cardinals squad led by Jim Hart and Mel Gray, aiming to stop Metcalf exits and adapt to changes.
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Salukis Laugh At Wild 22-20 Victory Over Lamar
Southern Illinois University Carbondale edged Lamar 22-20 in Beaumont in a wild finish. Wash Henry scored three times including a 1 yard TD as Petroff kicked a late first half field goal. a missed extra point and a blocked kick left the Salukis clinging to the lead. Lamar drove to the SIU 3 in the final minute but a fourth down stop preserved the win.
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Ron Geels
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Crenshaw still leads in Texas Open after three rounds
Ben Crenshaw, after a par 70 in the Texas Open, holds a one stroke lead over Leonard Thompson and Lee Trevino entering the final round. Crenshaw recovered from a slow start with birdies on 14, 15 and 17 after bogeys and a double bogey early. Trevino shot 67 to move within two shots, aided by four late birdies.
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Slew wins Marlboro Cup at Belmont in late Triple Crown form
Seattle Slew led from start to finish to capture the $300,000 Marlboro Cup at Belmont Park, finishing 1% miles in near world-record time. Affirmed, 1978 champion, pressed throughout and finished three lengths back in second. Meadow Hill Stable's Nasty and Bold settled third as Slew rebounded from injury and illness prior to this season.
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Leach Shifts Into Gear as Michigan Trims Illinois 31-0
Quicksilver quarterback Rick Leach led Michigan past Illinois 31-0, scoring two touchdowns and using smart scrambling to move the offense. Illinois' defense held firm early, but a 21 point fourth quarter sealed the blowout as Bo Schembechler blamed himself for slow start and Illinois coach Gary Moeller lamented missed chances in the red zone.
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