Fifty-five years ago today, December 6, 1969, was one of the greatest games in UT football history, with Texas beating Arkansas 15-14. It had everything, the setting, the flow of the game, the determined comeback, and just the “magic” of the game. I was only ten but remember it. I would love to see your comments about the game, particularly those who attended the game and/or played in it.
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One thing that is noticeable is that there was no “showboating/dancing” after a play. Players had a task to perform and it was expected, not a cause for egocentric-celebration. In fact, after his touchdown run, James Street innocently handed the ball to the Arkansas defensive back. That might be considered taunting today and probably cause a brawl. Life was “simpler” back then.
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One thing that is noticeable is that there was no “showboating/dancing” after a play. Players had a task to perform and it was expected, not a cause for egocentric-celebration. In fact, after his touchdown run, James Street innocently handed the ball to the Arkansas defensive back. That might be considered taunting today and probably cause a brawl. Life was “simpler” back then.