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Big Six · 02-26-2007, 01:29 PM

Detroit News, October 31, 1938

UNDEFEATED LIONS CLAW BEARS, 19-0
Versatile O'Farrell Stars On Both Sides Of Ball

CHICAGO--The Detroit Lions could have been forgiven if they were rooting for the New York Yankees to eliminate the Boston Red Sox from the American League pennant race last month.

The Lions knew that if the Red Sox did not extend their season with a trip to the World Series, their ranks would soon be reinforced with the arrival of Mike O'Farrell, the Red Sox righthander who moonlights as the Lions' quarterback and safety each fall. When the Yankees won the pennant race, O'Farrell joined the Lions in time for the team's second game. With the former Notre Dame standout in the lineup, the Lions have roared to a 6-0 record and sit comfortably atop of the NFL West standings.

The sparkling play of O'Farrell has been a big reason for the Lions' success, and he displayed his talents as well in yesterday's 16-0 victory against the Chicago Bears as he ever has.

Although the Lions concentrated their offensive efforts almost exclusively on the ground, O'Farrell demonstrated his passing ability, connecting on three of his four throws. Among them was a nifty short throw that halfback Lloyd Cardwell turned into a 40-yard gain.

O'Farrell also displayed the ability to carry the mail himself. Late in the third quarter, he burst up the middle on a draw play, shook loose from two Bear defenders, and raced 41 yards for the game's only touchdown. In all, O'Farrell accumulated 57 yards on nine carries, leading all rushers.

Mike also flashed his defensive abilities, recording four tackles from his safety position and scooping up a Bear fumble.

Lions player-coach Dutch Clark, like O'Farrell a two-way standout, had nothing but praise for his young teammate. "I'm not saying he's the only reason why we're undefeated right now, but it would be fair to say O'Farrell is a big part of our success."

The Red Sox barely missed the chance to play for a World Series title. O'Farrell hopes that his gridiron season ends on a more positive note.

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Big Six Hall Of Famer Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Williamsburg, VA Posts: 2,493 Thanks: 145 Thanked 100x in 79 posts	Rampaging Lions Detroit News, October 31, 1938 UNDEFEATED LIONS CLAW BEARS, 19-0 Versatile O'Farrell Stars On Both Sides Of Ball CHICAGO--The Detroit Lions could have been forgiven if they were rooting for the New York Yankees to eliminate the Boston Red Sox from the American League pennant race last month. The Lions knew that if the Red Sox did not extend their season with a trip to the World Series, their ranks would soon be reinforced with the arrival of Mike O'Farrell, the Red Sox righthander who moonlights as the Lions' quarterback and safety each fall. When the Yankees won the pennant race, O'Farrell joined the Lions in time for the team's second game. With the former Notre Dame standout in the lineup, the Lions have roared to a 6-0 record and sit comfortably atop of the NFL West standings. The sparkling play of O'Farrell has been a big reason for the Lions' success, and he displayed his talents as well in yesterday's 16-0 victory against the Chicago Bears as he ever has. Although the Lions concentrated their offensive efforts almost exclusively on the ground, O'Farrell demonstrated his passing ability, connecting on three of his four throws. Among them was a nifty short throw that halfback Lloyd Cardwell turned into a 40-yard gain. O'Farrell also displayed the ability to carry the mail himself. Late in the third quarter, he burst up the middle on a draw play, shook loose from two Bear defenders, and raced 41 yards for the game's only touchdown. In all, O'Farrell accumulated 57 yards on nine carries, leading all rushers. Mike also flashed his defensive abilities, recording four tackles from his safety position and scooping up a Bear fumble. Lions player-coach Dutch Clark, like O'Farrell a two-way standout, had nothing but praise for his young teammate. "I'm not saying he's the only reason why we're undefeated right now, but it would be fair to say O'Farrell is a big part of our success." The Red Sox barely missed the chance to play for a World Series title. O'Farrell hopes that his gridiron season ends on a more positive note. __________________ My OOTP dynasties: The Base Ball Life of Patrick O'Farrell: where it all began The Connecticut Shore League: a fictional league story Three Pals, a Base Ball Story: my newest fictional story