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Monday, October 14, 1996
UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN
Rose Bowl may feature title game
The Associated Press
Is this the year the Rose Bowl ends up with a national title game?
After a nerve-racking Saturday in which No. 2 Ohio State (5-0) and No. 4 Arizona State (6-0) rallied in the fourth quarter to beat unranked opponents, the Rose is beginning to bloom.
The bowl alliance, which places its top teams in the Sugar Bowl this year, still has the edge since Florida is No. 1, and Florida State is No. 3. But the teams play each other Nov. 30, and the Gators also would have to win the SEC title game, probably against No. 7 Alabama.
The Rose Bowl could feature the first true national title game since No. 1 Ohio State beat No. 2 Southern California to clinch the 1968 championship. The last time the Rose Bowl produced a national champion was 1972, when USC took the title.
"We are talking about winning them all are
being No. 1," Arizona State quarterback Jake Plummer said. "Td like to be back here again."
The Sun Devils trailed 28-7 before Plummer revived his team's run at an undefeated season.
After wins against Notre Dame and Penn State, the Buckeyes were not at their best against Wisconsin. Joe Germaine's 48-yard TD pass to Dimitrious Stanley with 8:51 left lifted Ohio State to a 17-14 win.
"A lot of teams would have found a way to lose that game," Ohio State coach John Cooper said. "The mark of a good football team is not playing your best football game and still coming out with a W."
The Buckeyes are at Purdue and Iowa before a home game against Minnesota, road games against Illinois and Indiana and the finale against No. 13 Michigan on Nov. 23 at Columbus.
Unlike last season's Fiesta Bowl, which matched No. 1 Nebraska vs. No. 2 Florida, the bowl alliance probably won't get two undefeated
teams. Even if Florida or Florida State ends up an unbeaten No. 1, the most likely opponent would be two-time defending champion, but once-beaten, Nebraska (4-1).
And that could create an intriguing scenario: a No. 1 Florida or Florida State vs. No. 4 Nebraska in the Sugar Bowl and a No. 2 Ohio State vs. a No. 3 Arizona State in a Rose Bowl battle of unbeat-
In other games Saturday, it was: No. 1 Florida 56, No. 17 LSU 13, No. 3 Florida State 24, No. 12 Miami 16, No. 5 Nebraska 49, Baylor 0; No. 6 Tennessee 29, Georgia 17; No. 7 Alabama 24, North Carolina State 19; No. 8 Notre Dame 54, No. 25 Washington 20; No. 9 Colorado 35, Oklahoma State 13; No. 10 Penn State 31, Purdue 14; No. 11 North Carolina 38, Maryland 7; No. 14 northwestern 26, Minnesota 24; No. 16 Auburn 49, Mississippi State 15; No. 18 Brigham Young 63, UNLV 28; No. 21 Kansas State 35, Missouri 10; and No. 22 Wyoming 42, Western Michigan 28.
HOROSCOPES
IToday's Birthday (Oct. 14)
Your focus this year is finances. Learn how to make your money grow and you'll never be hungry again. Start with a bold decision in November. Toss out an old habit for a better one in December. Get inspiration at home in January. An unusual love blossoms in February. In April, be patient with one who's fighting you. Travel in June, and meet old friends in August. Save most of September for spending time with a very special person.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) · Today is an 8.
First, figure out how much money you're going to need and what you'll produce if you get it. Then, talk to a person who's got more than enough. There's work involved, but that's OK. You're very creative. Believe in yourself, then go for it!
Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 21) -
Today is a 7.
You're sharp as a tack, but you may not have all the information you need. A friend who works for a big company can be lots of help. Also, read the fine print on a document you're considering signing. What you see on the surface isn't all there is.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) ·
Today is a 6.
Somebody's leaning on you to make a commitment. You're not ready, and you might never be. If you can't say something nice, don't say anything at all. Working out at the gym tonight will seem like child's play after the mental exercise you've been through.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
Today is a 6.
Once you and your associates have your minds made up, you can let the others in on your decision. You'll get what you want and need if you're working with the right team. Don't even try to do everything by yourself.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
Today is 6.
Of all the people involved, you and a Leo are the most likely to succeed. Don't try out a new idea on a Scorpio quite yet. He or she isn't in the mood. Call a Libra friend long distance instead. It'll be worth the cost to get that one's perspective.
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) -
Today is an 8.
Take a giant step toward turning one of your dreams into reality. If
you're going to make your future turn out right, no matter what, you're in for a big surprise. Opportunities will become available that you never knew existed.
Aries (March 21-April 19) - Today is a 6.
There's nothing wrong with your courage, but there could be something lacking in your planning. Did you remember to put that safety net in place? In other words, it's a good idea to have a little money in the bank. Add to your nest egg today.
Taurus (April 20-May 20)
Today is an 8.
It might be fun to discuss your latest adventure with a co-worker, but that's not such a good idea. Your secret could be all over town by morning. Your dinner plans could be delayed tonight through no fault of your own. The traffic's awful out there.
Gemini (May 21-June 21) -
Today is a 7.
Don't take any personal calls on company time today. If you must call your sweetie, do it during your lunch break. There's too much to be done in too little time. Don't schedule a meeting with neighbors tonight, either. You may have to
Cancer (June 22-July 22)
Today is an 8.
work late.
Don't waste time arguing with a person who can't make a decision. Go ahead and pick the option that will be best for you and for the people you love. You may get the opportunity to do something a little underhanded today. Better stick to the high road.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) - Today is a 7.
A decision you make will last for a very long time, so consider all the consequences. You have to make the final choice, but it's OK to get help along the way. It's an excellent day to buy real estate, hire a housekeeper or begin renovation.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) - Today is an 8.
Your ability to concentrate is always pretty good, but today you'll be able to focus like a laser beam. By learning a new skill, you can increase your productivity and your profits. You may even qualify for a better job. Invest in your self first.
Note: Horoscopes have no basis in scientific fact and should be read for entertainment only.
NHL giants slapped around by 'losers'
The Dallas Stars are one of the early season surprises in the National Hockey League. So are the New York Rangers, but for a different reason
The Associated Press
different reason.
The Stars started their season with a 4-0, their best in franchise history. The Rangers have yet to win after five
games, even with the NHL's alltime scoring leader.
"Obviously, the attention's on Mark (Messier) and myself," said Wayne Gretzky after the Rangers loss at Montreal 5-2 Saturday night to drop to 0-3-2. "It's been that way for 20 years."
That's just what the Stars are doing in their hot start. Not much was expected of the Stars, who finished out of the playoffs last season. But they opened with a victory against defending Stanley Cup champion Colorado and then knocked off Washington before road victories against the Rangers and New Jersey Devils.
"We really started to come together in the last two games of the exhibition season," Stars forward Pat Verbeek said following a 4-2 victory at New Jersey on Saturday night. "We really started to work hard and the guys started to get familiar with one another. We're just trying to carry that on."
"I think we've really played good hockey. The two points we collect now are certainly going to count in March and April. The points will get harder to come by as you get closer to the playoffs, so it's good to get out of the gate early."
The Pittsburgh Penguins, on the other hand, couldn't get out of the gate at all, until a 3-2 victory Saturday night against Ottawa on a fluke goal by Mario Lemieux. The Penguins had lost to Tampa Bay, Hartford and Ottawa before Saturday's home win against the
Senators, who finished with the worst record in the NHL last season. The Penguins' 0-3 start was their worst since the 1983-84 season.
"This was a big game for us," Penguins center Ron Francis said. "We only have three-of-11 games at home this month, so this was a game we had to win. This was a gut check for us tonight."
"Under the circumstances, this was a step in the right direction. I don't think we're there yet."
The Central Division-leading Stars weren't the only unbeaten team after the season's first week. The Florida Panthers of the Atlantic Division had a 3-01 record following Saturday night's 6-0 victory against a surprising Hartford team that had won its first two games. Montreal was 2-02 after Saturday's victory against the Rangers.
The Phoenix Coyotes, meanwhile, were off to a 3-1 start while trying to shake their losers' image from Winnipeg. The former Jets have gotten a kick-start from one of the league's old-timers, Mike Gartner.
Gartner, in his 18th season, scored his league leading fifth goal Saturday to help the Covotes beat Anaheim 4-2.
"Coach Hay has just made everybody buy into his ethic of strong defensive play," Gartner said. "We're getting good efforts from everyone these days."
Many of the supposedly lesser teams have looked good in the early going. Even the New York Islanders, who had the third-worst record in the league last season, routed the Philadelphia Flyers 5-1 on Saturday night to put their record at 1-1-2.
"It's early in the season, and it's easier to get points earlier than later," said Islanders forward Derek King. "The lines aren't yet straight, there are extra bodies on everybody's roster and there's still a strong possibility for trades. This is the time of year where the teams that are working the hardest are going to win."
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