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1967 University of Omaha Football Media Guide - Pages 21-22
The prospectus from the 1967 OU football media guide foretells "its biggest year in history under great pressure." Despite the dismal 1966 season, the prospectus is optimistic about 1967, largely due Marlin Briscoe's return. "Brightness on the…
1967 University of Omaha Football Media Guide - Page 15
The "1966 Season In Review" describes the first game of the season, against Idaho State, which would turn out to be the only game of the season in which Briscoe played. The summary of the second game opens with, "Stunned by the pre-game announcement…
1967 University of Omaha Football Media Guide - Page 7
"Reds Whip Whites, 31-19" describes Marlin Briscoe's performance in the Annual Spring Football Game, clearly illustrating that he was back in the game and no worse for wear after his injury the preceding season. From the 1967 OU football media guide.
1967 University of Omaha Football Media Guide (complete)
Media guide for the 1967 football season, Marlin Briscoe's senior year and the final season he played for OU, returning after being out with a neck injury the preceding season. This guidebook was much larger and more comprehensive than the guides…
1966 University of Omaha Football Media Guide - Page 9
The player thumbnail of Marlin Briscoe from the 1966 OU football media guide read as follows: "QUARTERBACK Marlin (The Magician) Briscoe. Senior, 5-10, 178. (Pictured on cover) Spot never more solid in school's history. Briscoe was fourth in total…
1966 University of Omaha Football Media Guide - Page 2
"Omaha U. Preview: The Magician Is Back!" prospectus from the 1966 OU football media guide.
The prospectus trumpets, "The brightest spot this year is at quarterback. Marlin "The Magician" Briscoe is back. Pro scouts are drooling over Briscoe.…
The prospectus trumpets, "The brightest spot this year is at quarterback. Marlin "The Magician" Briscoe is back. Pro scouts are drooling over Briscoe.…
1966 University of Omaha Football Media Guide - Cover
Cover image from the 1966 OU football media guide, featuring a drawing of Marlin Briscoe.
1966 University of Omaha Football Media Guide (complete)
Media guide for the 1966 football season, Marlin Briscoe's senior year, featuring artwork of Marlin Briscoe on the cover. Briscoe is mentioned repeatedly throughout the guide, including the veterans roster, depth chart, statistics, All-CIC players,…
1965 University of Omaha Football Media Guide - Page 2
The prospectus for the 1965 football season had the following to say about Marlin Briscoe: "The new offense—the pro-set—will feature a passing attack centered around junior quarterback Marlin Briscoe. Marlin (The Magician) is an expert passer who can…
1965 University of Omaha Football Media Guide (complete)
Media guide for the 1965 football season at the Municipal University of Omaha, Marlin Briscoe's junior year at the Municipal University of Omaha. The prospectus for the upcoming season prominently features Marlin "The Magician" Briscoe, and the tone…
1964 University of Omaha Football Media Guide - Page 11
The player thumbnail of Marlin Briscoe from the 1964 OU football media guide read as follows: "MARLIN BRISCOE. . .5 -9 , 170, 20, Sophomore and one-year letterman from Omaha South. Served as defensive back and sub quarterback in 1963. Excelled…
1964 University of Omaha Football Media Guide (complete)
Media guide for the 1964 football season, Marlin Briscoe's sophomore year at the Municipal University of Omaha. The player thumbnails include a paragraph on Marlin Briscoe, but he is not otherwise featured in the guide. The prospectus for the…
Aerial View of OU, 1946
Aerial View of OU including the tennis courts, quonset huts, and Arts and Sciences Hall.
Students outside of Joslyn Hall, 1933
Students in a class seated outside of Joslyn Hall on the University of Omaha campus in North Omaha in 1933.
Briscoe Baffles Braves: 8,256 See Indians Take 14-12 Squeeze
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). Source: Moran, Mike. "Briscoe Baffles Braves:…
Briscoe Deals Aces: Mid-Game Change Lifts Indians to 21-6 Victory
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…
OU Sixth At Hastings . . . Late Outburst Downs Emporia; Fort Hays Hosts OU Saturday
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…
From the Bushes
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…
OU Has Size, Speed, Weight--Outlook is Bright
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…
At Ring Side
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…