Pearson Back For Dallas Stars In NFC Title Show
Dallas Cowboys promote Drew Pearson from unheralded free agent to starting flanker for the NFC title game against Minnesota at Texas Stadium. Pearson rose from 41 tryouts to seven preseason catches and 20 receptions for 369 yards this season, including an 83 yard TD pass from Roger Staubach.
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Georgia Bulldogs Hold on to Defeat Maryland in Peach Bowl
Georgia defeats Maryland 17-16 in the Peach Bowl as Andy Johnson runs for a touchdown and passes for another. Georgia’s defense consistently halts Maryland drives, including a goal line stand, while Maryland settles for three field goals by Steve Mike-Mayer.
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Georgia Bulldogs edge Maryland in late first half rally
A back and forth college football game saw Maryland take the early advantage before Georgia tied it at halftime. Louis Carter connected with Walter White for a 68 yard scoring pass, then Mike Mayer added a 36 yard field goal to give Maryland a brief lead before Allan Leavitt answered with a 26 yard field goal and a late Johnson run for Georgia.
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Pro Prospect Henry Childs Shines At Rose City Classic
Kansas State tight end Henry Childs, 6-2, 225, starred at the Rose City Basketball Classic as he awaits Senior Bowl news. The Douglass High alum from Thomasville rewrote local scoring and receiving records, totaling 95 catches for 1393 yards in three KSU seasons and ranking third in the Big Eight.
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Oklahoma star Childs eyes NFL as Heisman link fades
Oklahoma standout Childs discusses NFL interest and the chance to join top teams after a 4.7 40. He notes Oklahoma and coachdominate the Big Eight and believes eight Kansas State players may turn pro. He mentions possible paths to Canada or the World Football League if NFL offers stall. Johnny Rodgers cited as Canadian rookie of the year.
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Valdosta Wildcats Surge in Region 1AAA Race Early Season
Valdosta coached by Joe Wilson sits atop Region 1AAA with an unbeaten run and near 90 points per game, Stan Rome averaging 40 points per contest. Thomasville and Lowndes expected to contend with Cairo Syrup Maids dominating Region 1AA. Brookswood and Central hold spot to open Friday play.
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Raiders Think Positive Ahead of AFC Title Clash
Oakland Raiders hold a final workout and strategy session before flying to Miami for the AFC championship. They express confidence after a 12-7 win over the Dolphins last September and pledge to beat Miami anywhere despite an artificial turf and hostile 80,000-seat crowd.
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Shrine Game Highlight Tense Bowl Showdown This Weekend
Texas Tech and Tennessee collide in the Gator Bowl in Jacksonville with scrambling quarterbacks Joe Barnes and Condredge Holloway. The Red Raiders seek a postseason top ten spot, while Tennessee hopes a bowl win ease a disappointing 8-3 year.
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Arnsparger Faces Tough Task as Miami Tops Defense
Miami defensive mastermind Bill Arnsparger contends his unit must halt Oakland on early downs to win the American Conference title. He notes the Raiders pose a persistent threat, having rushed effectively in Week 2, while Miami boasts one of the league’s top defenses, with Oakland leading the AFC in total defense.
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Various Holiday Basketball Tournaments Results
The Associated Press lists multiple tournament scores across the season. Notable results include Kansas 82 over Oklahoma 72 and Nebraska 69 over Oklahoma St. 62 in the Big Eight, Clemson 78 over Delaware 63, and Oral Roberts 118 over Houston 108 in the all events roundup.
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