{"id":6335,"date":"2025-01-19T11:06:26","date_gmt":"2025-01-19T16:06:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.2guysgaming.net\/usfldr\/?p=6335"},"modified":"2025-01-19T11:06:27","modified_gmt":"2025-01-19T16:06:27","slug":"chicago-blitz-34-arizona-wranglers-27","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.distantreplaysports.com\/usfldr\/2025\/01\/19\/chicago-blitz-34-arizona-wranglers-27\/","title":{"rendered":"Chicago Blitz 34, Arizona Wranglers 27"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

USFL Playoffs Round 2 (1985)<\/h4>\n\n\n
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Chicago Blitz Survive Arizona Wranglers\u2019 Comeback Attempt, Advance to USFL Western Finals<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Under the sweltering 99-degree heat of Sun Devil Stadium, the Chicago Blitz emerged victorious in a high-stakes playoff showdown, defeating the Arizona Wranglers 34-27. Chicago\u2019s well-rounded performance was led by MVP Tim Spencer, who rushed for 177 yards and a touchdown on 33 carries, consistently keeping Arizona\u2019s defense on its heels. The Blitz struck early with two first-quarter touchdowns, including an 8-yard run by Spencer and a 3-yard plunge by Mack Boatner, giving them a commanding 14-0 lead. Arizona responded with a 12-yard touchdown connection between Vince Evans and Allen Clark, but Chicago maintained control with a Cedric Anderson 41-yard touchdown reception and a field goal to hold a 24-13 halftime advantage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The second half saw the Blitz continue their efficient offensive execution. Alan Risher connected with tight end Jeff Dennison on a 3-yard touchdown pass in the third quarter, extending the lead to 31-13. Arizona, however, refused to back down, as Reggie Brown\u2019s hard-fought six-yard touchdown run brought the Wranglers back within striking distance at 31-20. Chicago\u2019s defense, led by linebackers Jim Fanhorst and Ed Smith, held strong, stalling several Arizona drives. Kicker Coral added a 41-yard field goal in the fourth quarter, providing enough cushion to withstand a dramatic 66-yard fumble return by Selwyn Drane that cut the deficit to seven.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While Vince Evans and Arizona\u2019s offense showed flashes of brilliance, including Evans\u2019 194 passing yards and Brown\u2019s two rushing touchdowns, the Wranglers couldn\u2019t overcome Chicago\u2019s dominance in key moments. Chicago outgained Arizona with 480 total yards to 256 and maintained a balanced attack through both the air and ground. With this victory, the Blitz advance to the league finals, one step closer to USFL glory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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