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Miracle in Miami, Eric Dickerson topped OJ, and a 5-foot, 140 pound guy became the biggest Giant - This DiSH for Dec. 9
Episode 7439th December 2025 • This Day in Sports History • Thrive Sweet Productions
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In 2018, the Miami Dolphins pulled off a two-lateral final play to stun the New England Patriots.

In 1984, LA Rams running back Eric Dickerson broke OJ Simpson's single season rushing record.

In 1934, the 5-foot, 140 pound equipment guy for the New York Giants was the biggest man on the field after finding nine pairs of sneakers.

In 2001, Notre Dame hired George O'Leary as their coach. His tenure lasted five days.

In 1977, LA Laker Kermit Washington punched Houston Rocket Rudy Tomjanovich during a game, nearly killing him. That moment affected both players negatively for the rest of their careers.

In 1935, University of Chicago running back Jay Berwanger won the first ever Heisman awarded.

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