Event Date: February 25th, 1985
Event Description: Generals Win Opener
Source: PFW
Heisman Trophy winner Doug Flutie, making his regular-season professional debut with the New Jersey Generals, scored via a 14-yard run as the Generals edged Birmingham by a score of 21-10 in the season opener for both squads.
Herschel Walker carried the Generals’ offense as he rushed for 155 yards on 25 attempts including the game-winning touchdown midway through the final frame.
Frank Mattiace scored via a blocked punt early in the third frame pushing New Jersey out to a 14-3 lead.
Birmingham pivot Cliff Stoudt finished with 187 passing yards on 19-of-31 efficiency with one touchdown and one interception. Star running back Joe Cribbs was held to 78 yards rushing on 18 carries.
Game Notes-Birmingham wideout Jim Smith left the game in the second quarter due to injury…Maurice Carthon chipped in 79 rushing yards for New Jersey.
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