Browns Seek Upset in Denver AFC Title Showdown
Browns coach Marty Schottenheimer says execution wins games regardless of venue as Cleveland travels to Mile High for a rematch of the 1987 AFC Championship. He emphasizes containing John Elway, praises Elway and the Broncos trio of receivers, and notes Browns cornerbacks Dixon and Minnifield earned All-Pro honors.
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Browns Fever Spreads to Albuquerque Fans Welcome AFC Central Champs
Ron Manyo, native of Ashtabula, Ohio, recalls Cleveland memories of Lou Groza and Jim Brown as he joins other Browns fans in Albuquerque to greet the AFC Central Division champions. The scene recalls 86,000 plus crowds and winter chills at Municipal Stadium.
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Browns arrive in Albuquerque for AFC title clash with Broncos
Cleveland Browns reach Albuquerque for AFC championship preparations at the University of New Mexico football complex. The team’s arrival drew about 100 fans at a local hotel while Broncos fans clash outside the ticket office over purchases, and Browns source dictate practice behind locked gates ahead of the game.
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Wellington Girls Clinch 50th Straight Regular Season Win
Wellington Dukes defeat Avon 53-24 in Lorain County Conference action to extend their perfect regular season to 50 wins. Coach Dave Camp credited players across three seasons for the milestone as Wellington improves to 10-0 in the league and 20-0 over two recent regular seasons. Sue Fenik led a third-quarter surge with four straight layups, fueling a 23-4 run that put away Avon after a slow start. The win keeps Wellington tied for the LCC lead with Elvira West and sets up a showdown with the Wolverines on Jan. 20.
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Stargell Poised for Hall of Fame in First Ballot Push
Willie Stargell leads a 45-man Hall of Fame ballot with strong first-ballot hopes. Jim Bunning also remains a leading contender as voting closes tonight at 1 pm EST. The Pirates star, famed for leadership and 475 homers, aims for rapid enshrinement amid a field including Lins Daniels Tiant and Sparky Lyle.
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