Pro Grid War Goes On Namath Bid Attracts NFL AFL Interest
The Jets push to sign Alabama quarterback Joe Namath with a potential 150000 dollar bonus as the AFL and NFL race to land him. Namath is projected to be drafted by the Jets in the AFL and the Cardinals in the NFL, while Butkus favors the Bears. He wrestles with stepping into pro ball behind Chicago’s Bill George.
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Southeastern Conference Cagers Open With Auburn-Ga Tech Tilt
The SEC opens with Auburn vs Georgia Tech at Alexander Memorial Coliseum where Tech pursues its first BBC game outside the league. Vanderbilt, Tennessee, Kentucky, and LSU also feature, with Skinner praising rebounding and depth while warning rivals Georgia, Florida, and others remain threats.
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President To Honor U S Team At White House Luncheon
President Johnson hosts a White House luncheon for U S Olympic medalists from Tokyo. Art Lewis of the U S Olympic Committee calls the reception a boost, as the United States led with 36 first places, 26 seconds, and 28 thirds in Tokyo with 161 medals won by 126 athletes.
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Florida State Opens 1964-65 Season Versus Valdosta State
Florida State hosts Valdosta State in the season opener as coach Kennedy emphasizes a strong lineup around 6'7" Gary Schull. Guard depth includes Bill Peacock and Ron Malmen with veterans Pete Gonzalez and Bobby Lovell leading the backcourt. After the opener, FSU schedules Auburn, Alabama and Florida games through December.
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Ron Malmen
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Peacock
Charles Fairchild
Pensacola Jr. College
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Pete Gonzalez
Bobby Lovell
Auburn
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Alabama Wins National Title in Photo Finish over Arkansas
Alabama coy Bryant led the 10-0 Crimson Tide to the national crown as AP voting crowned them over Arkansas by a razor-thin margin. Arkansas also finished undefeated under Frank Broyles with a 10-0 mark, both teams set for major bowls.
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Associated Press
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Crimson Tide
Arkansas
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Oklahoma State
Tulsa
Texas Christian
Baylor
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Top Ten college teams final poll with records and points
The final Top Ten listing shows Alabama in first with 10-0 and 51514 points, Arkansas second 10-0 4862, Notre Dame third 9-1 442, Michigan fourth 8-1 400, Texas fifth 9-1 322, Nebraska sixth 9-1 235, La State seventh 7-1-1 202, Oregon State eighth 8-2 133, Ohio State ninth 7-2 97, and Southern California tenth 7-3 63 with first place votes noted in parentheses.
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Bear) Bryant
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Detroit U Drops Football After 68 Years
Detroit University of Detroit announced the end of intercollegiate football after 68 years drawing campus protest and sorrow. The decision to discontinue football was made due to cost concerns, with students and alumni reacting with mixed emotions as the Titans relinquish the sport.
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University of Detroit
Titans
Laurence V. Britt
Bryant SEC Coach Of The Year Honored In Nashville
Paul Bear Bryant led Alabama to an undefeated season and captured the SEC Coach of the Year honor in Nashville. He has a 20 year coaching record of 180 wins 49 losses and 13 ties and seven seasons at Alabama at 60 10 and 5.
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