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EPISODE SUMMARY
Once “The Doomsday Defense” kicked in, the Cowboys closed the door on opponents … until Dallas was done in by a last-second field goal in the biggest game of the year.
After finishing the 1969 regular season with an impressive 11–2–1 record, the Dallas Cowboys flopped in the playoffs, losing to the Cleveland Browns 38–14. It was the fourth year in a row that the Cowboys had a great regular season but came up empty in the post-season.
Still, Cowboys fans had high hopes for the 1970 season, and with good reason. Dallas had one of the best running games in professional football, led by 1969 rookie of the year Calvin Hill. Both Hill and guard John Niland made the All-Pro team in 1969.
They also had one of the top defenses in football. The “Doomsday Defense” was stacked with talented players......
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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 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)