Playoff road test for Redskins and rivals in varied weather
Washington faces Minnesota in a rain prone NFL playoff opener after clinching the NFC wild card. Oakland, with Ken Stabler, carries a 10 game win streak into a rematch vs New England while Pittsburgh Baltimore and Los Angeles Dallas vie on Sunday. Bud Grant praises Washington as dangerous and seasoned everywhere alike.
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Redskins Earn Playoff Bid Face Vikings in Opener
Washington clinched a playoff spot by winning four straight to reach the Rozelle Tournament, drawing the Minnesota Vikings in the first round. Fran Tarkenton and Chuck Foreman headline the Vikings offense, while Tarkenton posted a 2,961-yard season and Foreman rushed for 1,155 yards. The Pro Picker projects a 27-20 Minnesota win.
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Rockefeller sports mix shows governor elect’s fan roots
West Virginia governor elect Jay Rockefeller, a 6‑foot‑6 Harvard reserve who once led in a Yale game, remains a sports enthusiast. Former Wesleyan coach and aides describe his passion, recruiting help, and college athletic humor during his rise from Harvard to West Virginia politics.
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High School Basketball Results From West Virginia Tournament
Cage scores from the Associated Press covering Girls State Tournament Class AA semi finals and boys regular season games across West Virginia. Notable matchups include Fort Gay, Masontown Valley, Pine Grove Valley, Huntington, Shady Spring, Oak Glen, Weirton Madonna, Keyser, Musselman, and Philipp Berbour with scores listed for numerous teams and regional opponents.
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Freshman giant Jones Energizes Mount Hope Class AA Countdown
West Virginia Class AA hoops showcase centers on Mount Hope newcomer Earl Jones a 6-11 freshman praised as the era’s top West Virginia prospect. Coaches and rivals temper expectations while noting Jones’s rare hype and potential alongside veteran stars like Russell Todd and Northfork’s stable of talent.
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Hal Greer finally honored by 76ers in retirement tribute
Huntington native Hal Greer, a Marshall alum and longtime NBA star, was celebrated at the Spectrum for the official retirement of his No. 15. The ceremony followed a storied career spanning 1,122 games and 21,516 points, with Greer reflecting on past hardship, championship memories, and ongoing interest in NBA coaching or front-office work.
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