Chiefs Favored Over Dolphins in AFC Playoff Clash
Kansas City leads Miami by three points in the AFC playoff at Municipal Stadium with 52,000 expected to watch. Len Dawson battles Bob Griese in a passing duel while Larry Csonka and Jim Kiick anchor Miami’s ground game as both teams aim for the division winner and a shot at Cleveland and Baltimore.
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Griese Praised By Chiefs Star In Anticipated Showdown
Kansas City free safety Johnny Robinson, an all pro veteran, touts Miami quarterback Bob Griese as one of the best. Robinson notes Griese’s consistency and predicts a physical game with few turnovers as the Chiefs face the Dolphins. He also highlights Miami receiver Paul Warfield as a major test and discusses game strategy and playoff experience.
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Top Passer Leads Do Not Predict Super Bowl Winners
The article notes that in recent years the league passing leaders in both the National and American Football Leagues did not win the Super Bowl. Examples include 1967 Green Bay and 1968 Jets, despite leaders like Lamonica, Jurgensen, and Morrall. The piece ends with a note about local distribution in Vigo County.
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Rex Kern Finds Role as Colts Cornerback
Rex Kern, former Ohio State quarterback, thrives as a defensive back for the Baltimore Colts after switching positions post Rose Bowl. The 10th round pick started for Baltimore in the first round of the NFL playoffs against Cleveland, adjusting quickly from college QB to pro cornerback under coach Don McCafferty.
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Pacers Rally Past Rockets In ABA Thriller
Indiana overcame a 12 point fourth quarter deficit to beat Denver 104 101 in a frantic ABA game. Freddie Lewis sparked the rally with two quick baskets and sealed it with two late free throws as Roger Brown Mel Daniels and Lewis paced Indiana while Ralph Simpson led Denver with 37 points.
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Sure Footing Expected For Game at Minnesota
Richard Ericson, Met Stadium superintendent, previews the Vikings Cowboys playoff game at Minnesota's Met Stadium. He explains insulating the field under tarps to prevent freezing, notes warmer air helps footing, and compares natural and synthetic surfaces for winter conditions. Ericson cites past playoff assignments and stresses cleat grip over weather narratives.
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Pirates and Reds to train in Venezuela next March
The Pittsburgh Pirates and Cincinnati Reds will undertake a three day spring training exhibition tour to Venezuela starting March 17.
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Sweeney Leads Lions In Biddy Victory Over Zephyr Gas
Steve Sweeney scored 25 points to lift the Lions to a 38-20 win over Zephyr Gas in the Boys Club Biddy program. Brian Phippis added 8 for Zephyr Gas as six games took place.
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