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LTC Stephen C.
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I can’t remember the game or year, Maj Marty Hogan, but Cosell was broadcasting a MNF game with Fran Tarkenton and “Dandy” Don Meredith (had to be between 1979-1982).
All three were down on the field prior to kickoff, giving their thoughts on the game. It was raining, and Don Meredith was standing in the middle, holding a golf umbrella covering all of them. All of a sudden, Meredith started grinning and slowly sliding the umbrella from side to side, exposing either Cosell or Tarkenton to the rain! Tarkenton took it in stride (Meredith was known as a prankster and a drinker), but Howard came virtually unglued and visibly upset! Howard wore a toupée (everyone knew it) and he didn’t want the rain to disturb his rug. It was hilarious!
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SGT David A. 'Cowboy' Groth
SGT David A. 'Cowboy' Groth
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Thank you for the share and mention sir.
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SP5 Mark Kuzinski
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PO3 Bob McCord - Easy on us young guys please.
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SP5 Mark Kuzinski
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PO3 Bob McCord - Much better - Thanks.
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LTC Stephen F.
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Thanks Maj Marty Hogan for letting us know that March 25 is the anniversary of the birth of American sports journalist Howard William Cosell who was widely known for his blustery, cocksure personality.
Rest in peace Howard William Cosell!

Billy Crystal's Story About A Drunk, Weeping Howard Cosell
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xjL9_9aS51U

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Billy Crystal is too funny
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Maj Marty Hogan: I remember sports Journalist Howard Cosell well.
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