Bowl split view of 1981 title chase in major bowls
Don Miller surveys the Fiesta Cotton Rose Orange and Sugar Bowls for 1981. He highlights Marcus Allen Curt Warner Herschel Walker and notable defenses and predicts Nebraska, Texas, Washington/Iowa and Georgia/Pitt to win with close margins.
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Cowboys and Buccaneers Face High Stakes Playoff Clash
NFL wildcard weekend preview notes Dallas Cowboys vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers with Dallas favored. Analysis highlights Eckwood injury impact, Owens stepping in, Cowboys depth and Dorsett Springs QB White leadership, plus Tampa Bay defense and injuries shaping outcome. Dallas projected to win by four points.
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Dolphins Chargers Clash Promises Fast-Paced NFL Showdown
Miami faces San Diego at 5 p.m. Saturday with Miami’s quick defense pressuring Dan Fouts. Cincinnati hosts Buffalo as Joe Ferguson battles Kenny Anderson while Bengals edge Bills by 7. Giants visit 49ers at Candlestick Park with Rob Carpenter keying the Giants’ ground game, 4-point Niners win predicted.
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Alabama and Texas meet in Cotton Bowl showdown
Sims discussed weighing about 260 pounds and attending Texas Longhorns’ final team meeting before the Cotton Bowl. He said the team does most talking the night before the game and plans to be on the sidelines, not missing this one.
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Mills Accepts Death with Courage in Scleroderma Tragedy
Ron Mills 26, Kent Roosevelt High School assistant coach, died from scleroderma at the Cleveland Clinic after a stark battle marked by perseverance. Associates recall his courage, positivity about doctors’ efforts, and lack of bitterness despite severe weight loss and pain. Mills, a Copley High School and Hiram College graduate, stood as a profile in courage.
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