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EPISODE SUMMARY

#6 December 23, 1972, Dallas Cowboys 30, SF 49ers 28, Candlestick Park: Dallas fell behind quickly when Vic Washington ran the opening kickoff 97 yards to put the 49ers up 7–0. The Cowboys cut the lead to 7–3 with a 37-yard field goal, and after the teams exchanged turnovers, the 49ers scored another touchdown to go up 14–3. A second Dallas turnover led to another 49ers touchdown. But the Cowboys came back with a field goal and a touchdown to narrow the gap to 21–13. Dallas continued to have problems holding onto the ball in the third quarter. A fumble led to another 49ers touchdown, which increased their lead to 28–13. Towards the end of the third quarter, Cowboys Coach Tom Landry replaced quarterback Craig Morton with Roger Staubach, who had missed most of the season due to injury.

Staubach promptly fumbled on his opening drive, setting the 49ers up for a 32-yard field goal. But kicker Bruce Gosslet missed the attempt, and later running back Calvin Hill broke off a 48- yard run to set up a Toni Fritsch field goal. After the Doomsday Defense forced a 49ers punt, Staubach led the offense to a touchdown with just under two minutes to play. After Dallas recovered an onside kick, Staubach scrambled for 21 yards. Two-pass completions followed the scramble that put Dallas ahead 30–28 with just 52 seconds left. The 49ers came close to field goal range, but an interception by safety Charlie Waters ended the game. The Cowboys outgained the 49ers in total yards 402–255 and first downs 22–13. But they also committed five turnovers and allowed five sacks. 49ers’ defensive end Cedrick Hardman was responsible for 3.5 of those sacks.

#7 December 18, 1976, Oakland Raiders 24, NE Patriots 21, Oakland Alameda County Coliseum: New England defeated Oakland 48–17 in Week 4 of the season, handing the Raiders their only loss of the year. And after the opening drive of the playoff game, it looked like New England would win again. The Patriots marched 86 yards in 10 plays to take a 7–0 lead. But the Raiders narrowed the gap to four points on Errol Mann’s 40-yard field

goal and took the lead, 10–7, in the second quarter on a Ken Stabler-to-Fred Biletnikoff 31-yard touchdown pass. But the Patriots grabbed the lead back on their opening drive of the third quarter. NE went 80 yards in nine plays, scoring a touchdown on a 26-yard touchdown pass from Steve Grogan to tight end Russ Francis. The Patriots expanded the lead to 21–10 on a 10-play, 55-yard drive, but Oakland fought back with a 70-yard drive in eight plays to close the gap to four. The teams exchanged punts before New England misfired on a 50-yard field goal attempt. Oakland took possession with good field position and 4:12 left on the clock. They drove to the Patriots’ 28-yard line before stalling.

An incomplete pass made it 4th and 18, but a roughing the passer penalty on nose tackle Ray “Sugar Bear” Hamilton gave Oakland a first down on the 13-yard line with 57 seconds on the clock. (Patriots coach Chuck Fairbanks questioned the penalty, saying, “It looked to me like Ray hit the ball first. If he did deflect the ball, then it was an incorrect call.”)

With that penalty assist, Oakland moved the ball to the four-yard line and faced a 3rd and 1 when another penalty–this time a personal foul on safety Prentice McCray–gave the Raiders a first down on the 1-yard-line. That’s when Stabler faked a handoff and dove into the end for the winning score with 14 seconds remaining on the clock. Ken Stabler (1976 NFL top ranked QB) went 19-of-32 on the day for 233 yards and a touchdown, and Fred Biletnikoff caught nine of those passes for 137 yards and one touchdown.

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YESTERDAY'S SPORTS BACKGROUND

Host Mark Morthier grew up in New Jersey just across the river from New York City during the 1970s, a great time for sports in the area. He relives great moments from this time and beyond, focusing on football, baseball, basketball, and boxing. You may even see a little Olympic Weightlifting in the mix, as Mark competed...

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EPISODE SUMMARY

Join Mark from Yesterday's Sports for a thrilling journey through the history of the Philadelphia Eagles. In this episode, he explores the dramatic rise of the Eagles, from their humble beginnings to their standout 1980 season.

Discover the key moments, standout players like Ron Jaworski and Harold Carmichael, and the intense battles that defined this era.

Whether you're a die-hard Eagles fan or a sports history enthusiast, this episode is packed with fascinating insights and memorable games. Tune in for part one of our deep dive into the Eagles' unforgettable 1980 season!

YESTERDAY'S SPORTS BACKGROUND

Host Mark Morthier grew up in New Jersey just across the river from New York City during the 1970s, a great time for sports in the area. He relives great moments from this time and beyond, focusing on football, baseball, basketball, and boxing. You may even see a little Olympic Weightlifting in the mix, as Mark competed for eight years. See Mark's book below.

No Nonsense, Old School Weight Training: A Guide For People With Limited Time

Running Wild: (Growing Up In The 1970s)

Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.

EPISODE SUMMARY

Join us for a captivating episode of Yesterday's Sports as host Mark Morthier welcomes Kristine Sader, the great-niece of former professional boxer Ace Hudkins, also known as the Nebraska Wildcat. Kristine shares insights from her book, "Boxing with the Nebraska Wildcat," which chronicles Ace's extraordinary boxing career from 1922 to 1932. Discover how Ace earned his fierce nickname, his transition from wrestling to boxing, and his relentless fighting style that led to an impressive record of 92 fights without a knockout loss.

Kristine delves into Ace's journey from Nebraska to California, his remarkable ability to fight across multiple weight classes and his close encounters with boxing legends like Mickey Walker.

Learn about the historic challenges Ace faced, including controversial decisions and near title shots, along with his post-boxing career as a stuntman in Hollywood. Tune in for a fascinating exploration of a boxing legend whose story continues to inspire!

YESTERDAY'S SPORTS BACKGROUND

Host Mark Morthier grew up in New Jersey just across the river from New York City during the 1970s, a great time for sports in the area. He relives great moments from this time and beyond, focusing on football, baseball, basketball, and boxing. You may even see a little Olympic Weightlifting in the mix, as Mark competed for eight years. See Mark's book below.

No Nonsense, Old School Weight Training: A Guide For People With Limited Time

Running Wild: (Growing Up In The 1970s)

CHAPTERS

(00:45) Ace started wrestling before switching to boxing; by age 19, he had 45 fights

(06:49) Ace fought in 92 different weight divisions and never got knocked out

(12:30) Charles Lindbergh fought Ace Hutkins in 1927 at the Polo Grounds

(17:15) In 1928, Ace fought Mickey Walker for the middle late title

(24:19) Ace Dundee almost fought future heavyweight champion Max Baer

(29:20) They wouldn't accept Wikipedia, but they wouldn't believe it

(29:45) Tell us a little about what Ace did after retiring from boxing

(32:23) Are any of these films, like, on YouTube or anything

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Join us for part two of our sports memorabilia showcase on the Sports History Network's "Yesterday's Sports." Hosts Mark and Dave DePaolo share their personal collections, including rare finds such as NFL experience mementos, Danbury Mint collectibles, and unique bobblehead dolls. They reminisce about the golden era of sports memorabilia, from 1970s trading cards to cherished autographs, and discuss the evolution of collecting over the decades. Tune in for a nostalgic journey into the world of sports history and memorabilia.

YESTERDAY'S SPORTS BACKGROUND

Host Mark Morthier grew up in New Jersey just across the river from New York City during the 1970s, a great time for sports in the area. He relives great moments from this time and beyond, focusing on football, baseball, basketball, and boxing. You may even see a little Olympic Weightlifting in the mix, as Mark competed for eight years. See Mark's book below.

No Nonsense, Old School Weight Training: A Guide For People With Limited Time

Running Wild: (Growing Up In The 1970s)

Chapters:

(00:00) This podcast is part of the Sports History Network

(03:35) I showed you one of these mugs last week. I wanted to break these out again

(06:49) Leroy: I have two favorite players from the 1970s

(09:50) Mark: I bought that plate for 35 bucks. That's a lot, you know

(12:34) Mark: He collects cards like I told you. Gives me stuff every Christmas

(15:26) Mark: I got some great neat stuff. Over the years, it's gotten to the point

(18:36) After he passed away, I took a couple pictures. I Sent him a baseball card of Willie McCovey

(21:10) 1970 was the best year for collectible cards, Mark says

(24:47) Mark: The early 70s, especially 1970, seemed to have so much stuff

(28:19) Mark: I loved watching Bobby Orr. Maybe I wasn't a big hockey fan

(31:19) John Mackey was talking about photography with you when he died

(33:59) Mark: I got these in Arizona when I was 14 or 15

(37:18) One of your most memorable years was 1975 when you had some money

(41:25) Jerry Jones got upset about sun glare at Texas Stadium this week

(45:39) Mark: The Monday Night Football made your whole week. Right. Yep, that's right

(49:02) Mark Snyder: It was a special feeling when that guy got me that jacket

(52:09) Sam Bennett: I made a bet with the milkman 25 years ago

(55:21) Will you see your son on Thanksgiving or no? Yes. Absolutely. All right. Thank you very much. Mark: Yeah. I will.

Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.

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This week Mark takes a different angle and interviews someone he met at the 2023 Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement weekend. Brooke Maratta is the host of the Write It Down Podcast. Below is her about information (****Taken from the website*****).

ABOUT BROOK MARATTA

My name is Brooke Maratta, and I love talking to anyone and everyone. After graduating college, I found myself in the familiar yet unprecedented unknown. No one really warns you about the space between post-grad life and actually starting a life. I applied for jobs in the TV industry and cried a lot. I felt like a failure. My resumé couldn’t help me, my friends couldn’t console me, and my prayers felt unheard. I knew I someday wanted to host a show interviewing guests, but I didn’t know it would take shape in the form of a podcast in my hometown.

You gotta start somewhere...

I named my show Write it Down because my mentor always told me to write things down in order to remember what God has done in my life, to reflect on my past self, and to organize my thoughts. I was avidly journaling when I encountered the lowest point in my life. So, why not name my show based on the reality of my circumstance? There is, however, a double entendre. When you listen to WID, you will notice each guest gives the audience one point to write down and remember. (Check out our WID WALL)

I hope when you listen to Write it Down you are challenged, inspired, and encouraged. It is often during the most difficult seasons in life where God reveals Himself, His plan, and His provision for you. This podcast is living proof that His silence does not mean He is absent. Sit back, relax, and get your pens ready...

YESTERDAY'S SPORTS BACKGROUND

Host Mark Morthier grew up in New Jersey just across the river from New York City during the 1970s, a great time for sports in the area. He relives great moments from this time and beyond, focusing on football, baseball, basketball, and boxing. You may even see a little Olympic Weightlifting in the mix, as Mark competed for eight years. See Mark's book below.

No Nonsense, Old School Weight Training: A Guide For People With Limited Time

Running Wild: (Growing Up In The 1970s)