Garvey's stubborn throne tests NFLPA strike gamble
After 17 months without a first down in their dispute with owners, NFL players doubt Ed Garvey can lead a winning strike. The Patriots and other teams resist Garvey’s Rozelle Rule stance, risking the union’s viability as negotiations stall and futures fade for players.
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Orioles Palmer Tiant clash heightens AL East duel
The Orioles face the Red Sox in a pivotal two game series with Jim Palmer opposing Luis Tiant as Boston seeks to widen or narrow a margin in the AL East race. Boston’s 9 7 win over Milwaukee kept them hot while Baltimore aims to split and stay in the chase.
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NFL Owners Propose Six Point Plan to Avert Player Walkout
NFL owners offered a six point plan including a Sept 25 contract proposal and a no lockout period from Sept 16 to Oct 1 to head off a league wide dispute sparked by the Patriots strike. Ed Garvey would not endorse the offer and Patriots players' reaction was unclear as unions and clubs weigh the plan.
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Redskins Trim Roster with Big Names on Waivers and Injured List
The 1975 season moves toward the 43-man limit as Redskins place Verlon Biggs on injured reserve and release Dave Robinson. Dan Abramowicz lands on waivers while Forrest Blue is traded to the Baltimore Colts. Other teams announce cuts and moves as NFL rosters tighten ahead of opening weekend.
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Devine Era Opens With Notre Dame Victory Over Boston College
Notre Dame, under new coach Dan Devine, beat Boston College 17 to 3 at Schaefer Stadium before a 61,501 crowd. Ross Browner and Jim Browner starred on defense and Al Hunter scored the clinching TD after a one-year suspension.
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VMI's Glen Jones Named SC Defensive Player of Week
Arlington AP Glen Jones, linebacker for Virginia Military Institute, earned the Southern Conference defensive player of the week after the 10 9 season opener loss to Delaware. He posted nine tackles and seven assists, helping limit Delaware to 112 rushing yards.
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