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december-7-1961

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December 7, 1961

News

• The Chronicle reported that a “Raider source” said the team had offered their 1st-round draft pick, quarterback Roman Gabriel “about $18,500” to sign with the team

• Per the story, the Rams, the NFL team who drafted him, had offered $5,000 less than the Raiders

Transactions

• The team signed a pair of their draft picks, both from the University of Houston: 6th-round pick, linebacker Dan Birdwell (also chosen by the Lions in the 5th round), and 7th-round pick, tackle Jim Norris (chosen by the Rams in the 10th round)


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