• The team’s first-round pick, quarterback Roman Gabriel out of North Carolina State, signed with the Rams

• Wide receiver Charlie Hardy had recovered from his recent knee injury and was cleared for full duty in the season finale against the Oilers on the 17th

• Receiver Charley Fuller (leg) and halfback Wayne Crow (knee) were also healthy enough to play in the game

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