Browns tougher defense worries Steelers ahead of rivalry
Pittsburgh star Terry Bradshaw said Cleveland’s 1976 defense is tougher and more aggressive, capable of shutting running plays and forcing passes. The Browns may start Brian Sipe at quarterback, boosting passing efficiency, while Pittsburgh gears up for a hard-nosed AFC North clash marked by injuries and lineup shuffles.
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Gollmar Leads Elyria Past Glenville in Muddy Showdown
Elyria blanks Glenville 29-0 at Ely Stadium as fullback John Gollmar rushes 110 yards on 18 carries and scores twice. He helps Elyria, led by coach Bill Barton, dominate despite wet field conditions. Jerry Oliver adds an 83 yard kickoff return and 87 rushing yards.
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Elyria Pioneers Dominate Ground Game in 272 Yards
Elyria rushed for 272 yards at 5.8 per carry as Gollmar Oliver and Hubert Oliver led with 70 yards on 10 carries. Balser completed 3 of 11 for 33 yards as receivers dropped three passes. defense allowed 17 rushing yards to Glenville and showed improvement against the air. The 2-0 Pioneers prepare for East Tech at home before Buckeye Conference play.
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Panthers edge Midview 14 6 in rain soaked non conference game
Elyria Catholic triumphed 14 6 over visiting Midview in a rain soaked football rules water polo clash. The Panthers drove 55 yards in 11 plays after a Midview failed onside, with Bryan Thomas scoring and Costigan adding the extra point to seal a 7 6 lead before the final Panther score. Midview had a late bid with 79 yard march but the drive stalled.
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Bengals' Anderson Eyes Elite Passer Rank Milestone
Bengals quarterback Ken Anderson poised to reach 1 500 career pass attempts in the second period against Baltimore. The milestone would move him atop the all time passer list, surpassing Sonny Jurgensen who finished with 82 8. Jurgensen will not attend the moment, broadcasting Eagles Giants from Philadelphia. Other games Sunday include Cleveland at Pittsburgh and Green Bay at St Louis among matchups across the league. Anderson notes each QB has unique skills and emphasizes consistency over style.
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Phillies fall from lead as Cubs stun Pirates in 12th
In a tight NL East race, the Phillies lost 4-3 to the Cubs in 12 innings, trimming their division lead to three games while the Pirates beat the Mets 4-1. Larry Bowa misplayed a pop fly to open the 12th, enabling Chicago to load the bases. Tug McGraw blamed the skid on self-inflicted issues as Philadelphia dropped three straight and 18 of 25.
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Avon Lake delivers sloppy win over Elyria West in mud
In Avon Lake, wet conditions favored the Shoremen as Tim Loeser rushed for 188 yards and three touchdowns to power a 26 to 6 victory over Elyria West. West managed only 26 plays, Jones scored West’s lone touchdown on an 11 yard scramble, and Avon Lake opened Southwestern Conference play 1-0-1 while West moved to 1-1.
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