Briscoe Wins NAIA Berth
Briscoe, Marlin, 1945-
After the conclusion of the 1967 OU football season, Marlin Briscoe was selected for the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics All-America Football Team. "Briscoe s brilliant four-year career at OU resulted in his breaking of 22 school records, completing 56 percent of his passes for 2,283 yards and 25 touchdown passes. He rushed for 354 yards this year." <br /><br />Source: "Briscoe Wins NAIA Berth." <em>Gateway</em>. January 5, 1968. Page 3.
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January 5, 1968
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OU Hero Briscoe Leaves Behind Passable Career
Briscoe, Marlin, 1945-
It's hard to determine whether the headline was intended as a pun, a massive understatement, or both, but Marlin Briscoe's "passable career" in OU football came to an end with the 1967 season. He held 21 records at OU. Briscoe finished strong with his final game at OU, "scrambling the best he has scrambled all season" and was acknowledged as "perhaps the greatest athlete ever to play here." <br /><br />Source: Anderson, Gary. "OU Hero Briscoe Leaves Behind Passable Career." <em>Gateway</em>. November 22, 1967. Page 3.
Gary Anderson
Gateway Newspaper Archive, University of Nebraska at Omaha
Dr. C.C. and Mabel L. Criss Library
November 22, 1967
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At Ring Side
Briscoe, Marlin, 1945-
The Magician was well on his way to becoming legend, "the arcangel of the team," a man "you have to study, like music, to appreciate his finesse and mastery while performing on the gridiron." While his considerable physical skills were acknowledged, his true greatness derived from his leadership and command. <br /><br />Source: Smith, Rudy. "At Ring Side." <em>Gateway</em>. September 29, 1967. Page 5.
Rudy Smith
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Dr. C.C. and Mabel L. Criss Library
September 29, 1967
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Reds Win Spring Squad Clash 31-19
Briscoe, Marlin, 1945-
At the intrasquad spring game, Marlin Briscoe led the Reds to victory. In the right image, Briscoe (#27) is seen "finally" getting tackled. <br /><br />Source: Parker, Dan. "Reds Win Spring Squad Clash 31-19." <em>Gateway</em>. May 12, 1967. Page 4.
Dan Parker
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Dr. C.C. and Mabel L. Criss Library
May 12, 1967
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At Ring Side
Briscoe, Marlin, 1945-
Before the 1967 football season even began, the mere knowledge that Marlin Briscoe would play again sparked a tide of optimism for OU's prospects. Briscoe's outline of his strategy, focusing on the strengths and abilities of key players, highlights his skill as a tactician and leader. By this point, the AFL and NFL were both scouting him. <br /><br />Source: Whisman, John. "At Ring Side." <em>Gateway</em>. April 28, 1967. Page 5.
John Whisman
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Dr. C.C. and Mabel L. Criss Library
April 28, 1967
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Greek Grind
Briscoe, Marlin, 1945-
Unable to play football in 1966 due to his neck injury, Marlin Briscoe found other ways to stay active on campus. One of the things he did during this period was coach a group of sorority girls to play football. Alas, no photographs exist of this event. <br /><br />Source: "Greek Grind." <em>Gateway</em>. October 14, 1966. Page 8.
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Dr. C.C. and Mabel L. Criss Library
October 14, 1966
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The OU QB -- Briscoe May Play Again in 1967
Briscoe, Marlin, 1945-
What should have been the crowning year of Marlin Briscoe's career with OU football evaporated when a neck injury put him off the field for the entire season. Briscoe was deeply frustrated by this, saying, "I feel completely helpless . . . Just knowing that I might be able to help the team. . . . Football is a part of me . . . And now that part is gone." Thankfully, the CIC would grant Briscoe another chance for a senior year in football, and he would play for OU in 1967. <br /><br />Source: "The OU QB -- Briscoe May Play Again in 1967." <em>Gateway</em>. September 30, 1966. Page 6.
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Dr. C.C. and Mabel L. Criss Library
September 30, 1966
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Hiram Scott Upsets OU 13-7; Briscoe Sidelined
Briscoe, Marlin, 1945-
OU's hopes for a great 1966 football season were dashed when Marlin Briscoe sustained an injury that took him off the field. "Out for the remainder of the season with a fractured vertabra of the neck, Briscoe's absence may spell one of the first losing years for Coach Al Caniglia. Briscoe's replacements in the game Lew Garrison, Bill Haas, and Ray Shaw, were willing, but unable to fill Marlin's shoulder pads . . ." <br /><br />Source: Cowman, James. "Hiram Scott Upsets OU 13-7; Briscoe Sidelined." <em>Gateway</em>. September 30, 1966. Page 4.
James Cowman
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Dr. C.C. and Mabel L. Criss Library
September 30, 1966
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Quarterback Glimpses
Briscoe, Marlin, 1945-
A concise overview of the strengths and weaknesses of each of OU's 1966 quarterbacks, including Marlin Briscoe, who is credited with setting three school records the previous year. <br /><br />Source: "Quarterback Glimpses." <em>Gateway</em>. April 22, 1966. Page 6.
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Dr. C.C. and Mabel L. Criss Library
April 22, 1966
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Center Bank Player of the Week
Briscoe, Marlin, 1945-
Marlin Briscoe was selected Center Bank Player of the Week three times in a row, and went on to win Player of the Year for 1965. <br /><br />Source: [Untitled.] <em>Gateway</em>. November 19, 1965. Page 4.
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Dr. C.C. and Mabel L. Criss Library
November 19, 1965
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Briscoe Baffles Braves: 8,256 See Indians Take 14-12 Squeeze
Briscoe, Marlin, 1945-
Playing to a record-sized crowd at Rosenblatt Stadium, OU defeated Bradley University. Marlin Briscoe merited three mentions in the account of the game, and he is pictured in the upper left image (#27). <br /><br />Source: Moran, Mike. "Briscoe Baffles Braves: 8,256 See Indians Take 14-12 Squeeze." <em>Gateway</em>. October 15, 1965. Page 3.
Mike Moran
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Dr. C.C. and Mabel L. Criss Library
October 15, 1965
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Briscoe Deals Aces: Mid-Game Change Lifts Indians to 21-6 Victory
Briscoe, Marlin, 1945-
Marlin Briscoe features prominently in this detailed account of what must have been an exciting game to watch, as OU took a beating in the first half, then turned it into a spectacular triumph in the second half. Briscoe is credited with taking charge and leading the team to victory. <br /><br />Source: Moran, Mike. "Briscoe Deals Aces: Mid-Game Change Lifts Indians to 21-6 Victory." <em>Gateway</em>. October 8, 1965. Page 4.
Mike Moran
Gateway Newspaper Archive, University of Nebraska at Omaha
Dr. C.C. and Mabel L. Criss Library
October 8, 1965
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Player Profiles
Briscoe, Marlin, 1945-
A concise overview of the strengths and weaknesses of each of OU's 1965 quarterbacks, including Marlin Briscoe. <br /><br />Source: "Player Profiles." <em>Gateway</em>. April 2, 1965. Page 4.
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Dr. C.C. and Mabel L. Criss Library
April 2, 1965
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OU Sixth At Hastings . . . Late Outburst Downs Emporia; Fort Hays Hosts OU Saturday
Briscoe, Marlin, 1945-
Even when playing basketball for OU, Marlin Briscoe was known for football. The photo shows OU and Emporia State students playing "football" with the basketball. However, Briscoe was genuinely skilled at basketball as well as football, and the "sparkling floor leader" was credited with pulling an OU victory from the jaws of defeat. <br /><br />Source: Moran, Mike. "OU Sixth At Hastings . . . Late Outburst Downs Emporia; Fort Hays Hosts OU Saturday." <em>Gateway</em>. January 8, 1965. Pages 3-4.
Mike Moran
Gateway Newspaper Archive, University of Nebraska at Omaha
Dr. C.C. and Mabel L. Criss Library
January 8, 1965
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Three Indians Named to Team
Briscoe, Marlin, 1945-
Marlin Briscoe was one of three OU students named to the CIC All-Stars team for 1964. At that time, quarterback Briscoe was the CIC total offense leader with 939 passing yards and 370 rushing yards (1309 yards total). He is depicted as the lower left point of the triangle of athletes in the artwork for this article.<br /><br />Source: "Three Indians Named to Team." <em>Gateway</em>. December 4, 1964. Page 4.
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Dr. C.C. and Mabel L. Criss Library
December 4, 1964
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From the Bushes
Briscoe, Marlin, 1945-
By his sophomore season, Marlin Briscoe was already being touted as the team's key to victory. "A lot of the fortunes of the 1964 team may depend on the flying feet of soph quarterback Marlin Briscoe. Briscoe amazes you with his speed and deceptiveness and the ability to cut a thousand different ways when cornered. Coaches say he throws the running pass with the best. He's quicker than Carl Meyers but his ability to call the 'right' play and his coolness under fire will be tested Saturday by a big, tough Idaho State line. For sheer running ability, he could develop into the best OU signal caller yet." <br /><br />Source: Moran, Mike. "From the Bushes." <em>Gateway</em>. September 14, 1964. Page 4.
Mike Moran
Gateway Newspaper Archive, University of Nebraska at Omaha
Dr. C.C. and Mabel L. Criss Library
September 14, 1964
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OU Has Size, Speed, Weight--Outlook is Bright
Briscoe, Marlin, 1945-
The very first mention of Marlin Briscoe in the Municipal University of Omaha's Gateway student newspaper was already filled with glowing praise for the promising freshman: "Shrine Bowl standout Marlin Briscoe from Omaha South has been impressive in early workouts but will be counted on for some halfback duty also. Briscoe and Nettleman performed for the winning South squad at Lincoln in August."<br /><br />Source: Moran, Mike. "OU Has Size, Speed, Weight--Outlook Is Bright." <em>Gateway</em>. September 9, 1963. Page 4.
Mike Moran
Gateway Newspaper Archive, University of Nebraska at Omaha
Dr. C.C. and Mabel L. Criss Library
September 9, 1963
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1967/1968 OU Basketball Team, from the 1968 Tomahawk Yearbook
Briscoe, Marlin, 1945-
Photos and statistics for the University of Omaha basketball team, from the 1968 Tomahawk yearbook (pages 280-281). Though Marlin Briscoe doesn't appear in the team photo, he is mentioned in the summary as one of the team's outstanding seniors. On the facing page, he appears in the left image, performing an impressive jump shot (#34).
Municipal University of Omaha
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1968
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Indians Football . . . CIC Champs, from the 1968 Tomahawk Yearbook
Briscoe, Marlin, 1945-
"Indians' Football . . . CIC Champs" two-page spread from the 1968 Tomahawk yearbook (pages 270-271). 1968 was a glorious year for the OU Indians, and Marlin Briscoe was a key part of their triumph. From the season summary, "Briscoe completed 140 of 252 passes for 2283 yards and 25 touchdowns. His per game average in total offense was 263.7 yards." In the team photo on the bottom left, he is in the second row, sixth from the left. On the facing page, he is in the lower image, the fourth standing person from the left.
Municipal University of Omaha
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1968
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The O Club, from the 1968 Tomahawk Yearbook
Briscoe, Marlin, 1945-
Group photo of the O Club, a men's honorary for athletes lettering in any intramural sport. Marlin Briscoe is in the second row, fifth from the left. From the 1968 Tomahawk yearbook (page 261).
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