COLLEGE FOOTBALL - 2012 SEASON
30/08/12 - Washington State (6) @ (30) BYU - The season opener for both teams was expected to be a shootout, but only BYU turned up offensively. BYU put up 427 yards of Offense compared to 224 for Wazzu, posting a 24-6 lead at the half and then coasted home in the 2nd half. BYU were led by QB Riley Nelson (26-37-296-2) and WR Kaneakua Friel (6-101-2). Washington State were led by QB Jeff Tuel (30-45-229-0) but he was let down by a rush attack that produced minus 5 yards rushing. The game was also the 1st at Washington State for coach Mike Leach (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Tessitore/Millen/Spake, PAL)
01/09/12 - Notre Dame (50) v (10) Navy - In the season opener for both teams, Navy and Notre Dame travelled to Dublin in Ireland. The Irish dominated the Midshipmen, running out to a 27-3 lead at the half then coasted home. The stars for the Irish were QB Everett Golson (12-18-144-1), in his 1st career start, and RB's Theo Riddick (19-107-2) and George Atkinson (9-99-2). The Irish defense also did their bit, forcing 4 turnovers and 3 sacks and also scored on a 77 yard fumble return. Navy were led by QB Trey Miller (14-19-192-1 + 20-16-0) (10, 2 Discs, CBS - Lundquist/Danielson/Wolfson, PAL)
01/09/12 - Northwestern (42) @ (41) Syracuse - In a shootout at the Carrier Dome, Northwestern opened their season with a road win after surviving a 2nd half comeback from the Orange. The Wildcats led 35-13 in the 3rd quarter before Syracuse scored 4 unanswered TD's to take a 41-35 lead with 3:40 left. Northwestern then clinched the win by driving 75 yards to the game-winning TD with 58 seconds left. The stars for Northwestern were QB's Kain Colter (14-21-135-2 + 14-40-1) and Trevor Siemian (8-11-78-1), RB Venric Mark (203 all-purpose yards) and WR Demetrius Fields (8-83-1). Syracuse were led by a huge game from QB Ryan Nassib (45-66-482-4). Next day re-broadcast missing the last 3:49 of the 1st half + from 15:00 to 10:40 of the 4th quarter. No scoring missed (10, 2 Discs, ESPN 2 - Mowins/Galloway/Brown, PAL)
01/09/12 - Clemson (26) v (19) Auburn - In the season opener for both teams at the Georgia Dome, it was the Tigers of Clemson that came away with the win. Both teams were evenly matched but Clemson scored the last 10 points of the game to put away Auburn and take the win. Clemson were led by RB Andre Ellington (26-231-0) and also featured QB Tajh Boyd (24-34-208-1) but were missing WR Sammy Watkins to suspension. Auburn were led by QB Kiehl Frazier (11-27-194-1) and RB's Tre Mason (14-106-0) and Onterio McCalebb (12-82-0) (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Nessler/Blackledge, PAL)
01/09/12 - Alabama (41) v (14) Michigan - At the new Cowboys Stadium, #2 Alabama showed they were a title contender with a huge win over #8 Michigan. Alabama took control early, opening up a 31-7 lead at the half and kept the Wolverines at bay for the rest of the game. The stars on Offense for Alabama were QB AJ McCarron (11-26-200-1) and RB TJ Yeldon (11-111-1) while the Defense, led by LB Trey DePriest and DB Dee Miliner, held Michigan to 69 yards rushing, forced 3 turnovers and 1 sack and scored on a 16 yard interception return. Michigan were led by QB Denard Robinson (11-26-200-1 + 10-27-1) and WR Jeremy Gallon (4-107-0) but were missing leading rusher Fitzgerald Toussaint to suspension (10, 2 Discs, ABC - Musberger/Herbstreit, PAL)
01/09/12 - Northwestern State (6) @ (44) Texas Tech - On a day when Texas Tech honoured past greats, the Red Raiders opened their season with a comfortable win against the Demons. Texas Tech opened their Ring of Honour with EJ Holub, Donny Anderson and Dave Parks remembered and the Offense put on a display that the Golden Palomino would have appreciated while the Defense shut down the Demons Offense in a display that Holub would have approved of. QB Seth Doege (23-34-199-1) and RB Eric Stephens (16-58-2) did the damage while the Defense held Northwestern State to only 84 yards of total Offense and had 3 sacks. The game also saw the college debut of Texas Tech QB Michael Brewer (10-13-122-2). FOX Re-broadcast : Joined in progress 11:12 1st quarter, no scoring missed, and missing action in the 4th quarter between 9:36 and 2:53 (1 Texas Tech TD missed) and also missing the final 1:25 but no scoring. The rest of the game is complete (10, 1 Disc, FOX - Land/Lapham/Jones, NTSC)
07/09/12 - Utah (20) @ (27) Utah State - The Aggies claimed their 1st win against their big in-state rivals since 1997 with an overtime win in Logan. The Aggies led 13-0 at the end of the 1st quarter but Utah fought back to tie the game at 20-20 with 3 minutes remaining which set up Overtime. The Aggies scored on their possession then held the Utes on 4th down to take the win. Utah State were led by QB Chuckie Keeton (22-32-216-2 + 17-86-0), RB Kerwynn Williams (17-95-1) and LB Bojay Filimoeatu (12 tackles). Utah were led by QB Jordan Wynn (6-11-47-0) before he left the game injured in the 2nd quarter, and RB John White (27-96-0). Next day re-broadcast with occasional edited huddles + missing 3 minutes in the 2nd and 3rd quarters but no scoring missed (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Blackburn/Gilmore/Hill, PAL)
08/09/12 - Louisiana-Monroe (34) @ (31) Arkansas - In a big upset, #8 ranked Arkansas lost to un-ranked Louisiana-Monroe in overtime. The Warhawks overturned a 28-7 deficit in the 3rd quarter by scoring 21 unanswered points to force overtime, with the game-tieing TD coming with only 55 seconds left in the game. The Warhawks held the Razorbacks to a FG then took the win with a TD run of their own. The star for Louisiana-Monroe was QB Kolton Browning (42-67-412-3 + 16-69-1) and he was supported by RB Jyruss Edwards (15-36-1) and WR's Brent Leonard (11-112-1) and Tavarese Maye (9-76-0). The Razorbacks were led by QB's Tyler Wilson (11-20-196-2), who left the game injured in the 2nd quarter, and Brandon Allen (6-20-85-1) + RB Knile Davis (16-62-1). The win was the Sun Belt Conference's first ever win over a top 10 team (10, 2 Discs, ESPN U - Matvick/Stinchcomb/Williams, NTSC)
08/09/12 - Florida (20) @ (17) Texas A&M - Texas A&M started life in the SEC with a home game against the Gators, but it was Florida that took the win with a strong 2nd half. The Aggies started fast, led by QB Johnny Manziel (23-30-173-0 + 17-60-1) and led 17-10 at the half. But the Gators took control in the 2nd half by scoring 10 unanswered points, led by QB Jeff Driskel (13-16-162-0) and RB Mike Gillislee (14-83-2), to take the win. Next day re-broadcast with occasional edited huddles. Coverage includes Gameday Live (10, 3 Discs, ABC - Musberger/Herbstreit/Cox, PAL)
08/09/12 - Texas Tech (58) @ (10) Texas State - Texas Tech ruined the party for the opening of the newly expanded Texas State stadium, using a big 1st half to finish off the Bobcats. Texas Tech led 21-0 after the 1st quarter and 38-10 at the half and held the Bobcats scoreless in the 2nd half to stay unbeaten on the season. The Red Raiders were led by QB Seth Doege (25-32-319-5), RB Eric Stephens (6-62-0) and WR's Javon Bell (5-81-1), Jakeem Grant (5-78-0) and Darrin Moore (5-73-2). Texas State were led by QB Tyler Arndt (12-22-130-1) (10, 1 Disc, ESPN 3 - Bender/Taylor, NTSC)
08/09/12 - Houston (49) @ (56) Louisiana Tech - In a shootout in Houston, Louisiana Tech took the win but only after a Houston comeback fell just short. The Bulldogs led all the way, led by QB Colby Cameron (34-52-353-3) and RB Tevin King (13-112-3), but Houston pulled to within 7 points with 35 seconds left, only for an on-side kick to fail which let the Bulldogs run out the clock to take the win. Houston were led by QB David Piland (53-77-580-4) who had a huge game, setting a team record for passing attempts in a game. Both teams had a combined 1,291 yards total Offense (10, 2 Discs, CBS sports Net - Ryan/Zook/Washburn, NTSC)
13/09/12 - Rutgers (23) @ (13) South Florida - Rutgers opened their Big East schedule with a strong win over the Bulls. Led by RB Jawan Jamison (41-151-1) and QB Gary Nova (23-42-277-1) the Scarlet Knights overturned a 6-3 deficit at the half to out-score the Bulls 20-7 in the 2nd half and take the win. The 41 rushing attempts by Jamison set a school single-game record. South Florida were led by QB BJ Daniels (15-33-242-0 + 15-68-0) but were doomed by 4 turnovers (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Davis/Palmer/Pollack/Steele, PAL)
14/09/12 - Washington State (35) @ (27) UNLV - In a shootout in Las Vegas, Washington State held off a late Rebels fightback to take the win. Both teams QB's had big games with Wazzu's Connor Halliday (26-45-378-4) and UNLV's Nick Sherry (33-49-351-3) on fire, but the game was decided by a key defensive stop late in the game as UNLV pushed for the tieing score. Both teams traded big scores in the 2nd quarter with the Cougars scoring on 52 and 81 yard TD passes and UNLV scoring on a 75 yard TD pass. Washington State also featured WR's Gabe Marks (6-126-1) and Marquess Wilson (5-110-2). UNLV also featured WR Marcus Sullivan (6-136-2) (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Blackburn/Gilmore/Hill, PAL)
15/09/12 - Florida (37) @ (20) Tennessee - #18 ranked Florida continued their unbeaten start to the season with a huge win over their big rivals Tennessee. The Volunteers led 17-10 at the half but the Gators defense shut down the Vols passing attack in the 2nd half and used big plays on Offense to take the win. The Gators scored on an 80 yard run and a 75 yard TD pass in the 2nd half, out-scoring the Vols 27-6 over the final 2 quarters. Florida were led by QB Jeff Driskel (14-20-219-2) and RB's Mike Gillislee (18-115-0) and Trey Burton (3-91-2). Tennessee were led by QB Tyler Bray (22-44-257-2) and RB Raijon Neal (23-87-0) but were out-rushed by the Gators 336 yards to 83. Next day re-broadcast with occasional edited huddles. Coverage includes Gameday Live (10, 3 Discs, ESPN - Nessler/Blackledge/Rowe, PAL)
15/09/12 - New Mexico (14) @ (49) Texas Tech - Texas Tech dominated the Lobos in Lubbock with a balanced Offense that produced 702 total yards. Led by QB Seth Doege (27-35-340-6) the Red Raiders used a 28 point 2nd quarter to open up a 42-14 lead at the half and they coasted home by keeping the Lobos scoreless in the 2nd half. Tech produced 325 yards rushing, led by RB's Eric Stephens (12-118-1) and Kenny Williams (14-105-0). New Mexico were led by QB BR.Holbrook (6-11-43-0 + 10-25-0), RB Cole Gautsche (8-36-0) and LB Dallas Bollema (14 tackles). Due to broadcast difficulties their is action missing between 2:06 and 1:25 of the 2nd quarter, all of the 3rd quarter is missing and the 4th quarter is missing the 1st 15 seconds. 1 Texas Tech TD in the 3rd quarter is missing (10, 2 Discs, FOX - Gleason/Leber/McCaslin, NTSC)
15/09/12 - USC (14) @ (21) Stanford - For the 4th year in a row, the Cardinal beat the Trojans, ending #2 ranked USC's perfect start to the season. USC led 14-7 at the half, led by QB Matt Barkley (20-41-254-0) and RB Silas Redd (13-17-2) but the Stanford defense stood up in the 2nd half, keeping USC scoreless and forcing 3 turnovers. Stanford's offense also found it's rhythm, led by QB Josh Nunes (15-32-215-2) and RB Stepfan Taylor (27-153-1), and they did just enough to win the game. Stanford also featured TE Zach Ertz (3-71-1) and LB Chase Thomas (7 tackles, 1 sack). USC also featured WR Marqise Lee (8-100-0) (10, 2 Discs, FOX - Johnson/Davis/Alexandria, NTSC)
21/09/12 - Baylor (47) @ (42) Lousiana-Monroe - In front of a record crowd at Malone Stadium in Monroe, Baylor overcame a slow start to beat the Warhawks. Lousiana-Monroe, led by QB's Kolton Browning (25-39-272-2 + 13-49-1) and Cody Wells (3-3-26-0) posted a 14-0 lead at the end of the 1st quarter, but Baylor, led by QB Nick Florence (26-39-351-4), responded to lead 24-21 at the half. Both teams were even the rest of the way but Baylor held on in the 4th quarter to take the win. The Warhawks also featured RB Jyruss Edwards (21-120-1). The Bears also featured WR's Tevin Reese (8-145-2) and Terrance Williams (4-84-2). Next day re-broadcast with occasional edited huddles + missing last 8:13 of the 3rd quarter including 1 Baylor FG (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Blackburn/Gilmore/Hill, PAL)
22/09/12 - New Hampshire (61) @ (64) Old Domninion - On a record-setting day in Norfolk, Virginia, Old Dominion battled back from a 20 point deficit to beat the Wildcats. New Hampshire led 37-17 late in the 2nd quarter and 40-24 at the half thanks to a huge game from QB Andy Vailas (23-38-336-5 + 14-109-1), but the Monarchs fought back to out-score the Wildcats 40-21 in the 2nd half, taking the lead for the 1st time with a FG with 41 seconds left. The hero for the Monarchs was QB Taylor Heinicke (55-79-730-5 + 11-65-1) who set 3 NCAA records : Division 1 record for most passing yards in a single game (730), most Total Offense yards in a single game (791) and most combined Offensive yards by the 2 teams in a single game (1,549). Heinicke's favourite target was WR Nick Mayers (12-271-3) (10, 2 Discs, ComCast - Harris/Jackson, NTSC)
22/09/12 - Clemson (37) @ (49) Florida State - In the battle for top spot in the ACC, it was the #4 ranked Seminoles that took the win with a big 2nd half to beat the #10 ranked Tigers. Both teams were on fire in the 1st half, with Clemson holding a 21-14 lead at the break. But Florida State shut-down the Tigers in the 2nd half en-route to out-scoring Clemson 35-16 to take the win. Florida State were led by a big game from QB EJ Manuel (27-35-380-2 + 12-102-0) and also featured RB's Chris Thompson (15-103-2) and James Wilder Jr. (9-65-2). Clemson were led by QB Tajh Boyd (20-36-237-3 + 18-44-0) and WR Sammy Watkins (6-24-0 + 52 yard TD pass). Coverage includes Gameday Live (10, 3 Discs, ABC - Musberger/Herbstreit/Cox, PAL)
27/09/12 - Stanford (13) @ (17) Washington - In an upset in Seattle, the Huskies knocked off #8 ranked Stanford. Stanford led 13-3 in the 3rd quarter but Washington scored the final 14 points of the game to take the win. The heroes were QB Keith Price (19-37-177-1), RB Bishop Sankey (20-144-1) and a Defense that held the Cardinal to only 70 yards rushing and 240 yards of total Offense. The Defense also forced 2 turnovers and had 2 sacks. Stanford were led by QB Josh Nunes (18-37-170-0) and RB Stepfan Taylor (21-80-0) (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Davis/Pollack/Palmer/Steele, PAL)
29/09/12 - Baylor (63) @ (70) West Virginia - In a shootout in Morgantown, #9 ranked West Virginia held off a spirited Baylor team to stay unbeaten on the season. Both teams combined for 1,507 yards of total Offense including 1,237 yards of passing Offense. Mountaineers QB Geno Smith (45-51-656-8) set a school record for yardage and TD passes while Baylor QB Nick Florence (29-47-581-5) set a school record for passing yards. Both teams were tied at 35-35 at the half but West Virginia out-scored Baylor 21-7 in the 3rd quarter to open a decisive lead that they held to the end. The Mountaineers also featured RB Andrew Buie (25-82-2) and WR's Stedman Bailey (13-303-5) and Tavon Austin (14-215-2). Baylor also featured RB Jared Salubi (20-75-1) and WR's Terrance Williams (17-314-2) and Tevin Reese (4-120-1) (10, 2 Discs, FOX - Bolerjack/Klatt/Papadakis, NTSC)
29/09/12 - Wisconsin (27) @ (30) Nebraska - #22 ranked Nebraska overcame a 17 point deficit in the 3rd quarter to beat the visting Badgers. Wisconsin led 20-10 at the half and 27-10 in the 3rd quarter before Nebraska found their rhythm and reeled off 20 unanswered points to take the win. The Cornhuskers were led by QB Taylor Martinez (17-29-181-2 + 13-107-1) and RB Rex Burkhead (18-86-0). Wisconsin were led by QB's Joel Stave (12-23-214-1) and Danny O'Brien (3-4-25-0) and RB Montee Ball (32-90-3). Both teams wore alternate uniforms ; Nebraska with all-red uniforms with a big 'N' on the chest and Wisconsin in all-white (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Nessler/Blackledge/Rowe, PAL)
29/09/12 - Tennessee (44) @ (51) Georgia - In a shootout at Sanford Stadium, #5 ranked Georgia kept their unbeaten start to the season with a big win against the Vols. The Bulldogs started fast, jumping out to a 27-10 lead in the 2nd quarter but Tennessee fought back and levelled the game 30-30 at the half. The Dogs owned the 3rd quarter, out-scoring the Vols 21-7, to take an unassailable lead which they defended until the end. Georgia were led by QB Aaron Murray (20-26-286-2) but the stars on Offense were the Freshman RB's Keith Marshall (10-164-2) and Todd Gurley (24-130-3). Tennessee were led by QB Tyler Bray (24-45-281-2), RB Rajon Neal (23-104-1) and WR Zach Rogers (6-51-1). The game was the highest scoring matchup ever between the 2 schools. Next day re-broadcast with occasional edited huddles + missing 5 minutes of action in the 2nd and 3rd quarters but no scoring missed (10, 2 Discs, CBS - Lundquist/Danielson/Wolfson, PAL)
29/09/12 - Oregon (51) v (26) Washington State - In the annual "Seattle Game" played at the home of the Seattle Seahwaks, #2 ranked Oregon overcame a slow start to stay unbeaten on the season. The Cougars played the Ducks even in the 1st half and only trailed 23-19 at the break. But Oregon scored the next 28 points to break open the game and take the win. Oregon were led by QB Marcus Mariota (21-32-169-1 + 9-56-1), making his 1st road start, and RB Kenjon Barner (20-195-3). Washington State were led by QB Connor Halliday (33-60-348-1) and WR Marquess Wilson (12-182-1) but were let down by a rushing attack that managed -8 yards (10, 2 Discs, ESPN 2 - Jones/Huard/Smith, PAL)
29/09/12 - North Carolina State (37) @ (44) Miami - In a shootout in Miami, the Hurricanes sensationally beat the Wolfpack with a last minute TD pass, with Hurricane QB Stephen Morris (26-49-566-5) the hero. Miami started fast and held a 23-7 lead after the 1st quarter and a 30-21 lead after 3 quarters but the Wolfpack rallied on the arm of QB Mike Glennon (24-42-440-4) to tie the game with 2 minutes left. Miami had 1 final shot to set up a winning FG, but Morris instead found WR Phillip Dorsett (7-191-2) for a 62 yard TD with 30 seconds left that the Defense held on to for the win. Miami also featured RB Duke Johnson (12-39-1) and WR Rayshawn Scott (6-180-2). NC State also featured RB Tony Creecy (19-120-1) and WR Tobias Palmer (5-94-0) but were let down by 6 turnovers. The passing yards by Morris set a new team record (10, 2 Discs, ESPN U - Hart/Congemi, NTSC)
29/09/12 - Texas Tech (24) @ (13) Iowa State - Texas Tech kept their unbeaten start to the season with a good all-around game against the Cyclones in Ames. Led by QB Seth Doege (30-46-331-3) the Red Raiders scored the last 17 points of the game to break open a tight 7-7 game at the half. The Texas Tech Defense, led by DL Kerry Hyder (5 tackles, 2 sacks, 1 fumble recovery) and DB Cody Davis (5 tackles, 1 interception), held Iowa State to only 189 yards of total Offense, including only 73 yards passing, while forcing 4 turnovers. Texas Tech also featured RB Kenny Williams (15-80-0) and WR's Eric Ward (9-122-1) and Javon Bell (5-80-0). Iowa State were led by QB Steele Jantz (10-20-73-1 + 19-14-0) and RB James White (9-57-0) (10, 1 Disc, FOX - Gleason/Lapham/McCaslin, NTSC)
04/10/12 - USC (38) @ (28) Utah - #13 ranked USC celebrated their 1st visit to Utah for 95 years with a comeback win. Utah took a 21-10 lead in the 2nd quarter before USC scored 28 unanswered points to take control of the game and the victory. USC were led by QB Matt Barkley (23-30-303-3), WR Marqise Lee (12-192-1) and RB Silas Redd (17-77-1). Utah were led by QB Jon Hays (19-32-160-2), RB John White (13-68-0) and DL Star Lotulelei (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Davis/Palmer/Pollack/Steele, PAL)
06/10/12 - Navy (28) @ (21) Air Force - Navy took the initiative in the race for the CIC trophy with an Overtime win in Colorado Springs. Both teams were evenly matched throughout the game but Air Force suffered from turnovers at inopportune times which allowed Navy to stay in the game. Once into Overtime, Navy scored 1st on a recovered fumble in the end-zone and then the Defense sealed the win with a 4th down stop. Navy were led by QB's Trey Miller (3-3-19-0 + 18-110-0) and Keenan Reynolds (3-3-55-0 + 3-22-1), RB Noah Copeland (21-84-1) and LB Matt Warrick (11 tackles). Air Force were led by QB Connor Dietz (8-12-90-1- + 10-52-0), RB Cody Getz (29-204-1) and LB Austin Niklas (13 tackles). Next day re-broadcast with occasional edited huddles (10, 2 Discs, CBS - Dedes/Beuerlein/Livingston, PAL)
06/10/12 - Oklahoma (41) @ (21) Texas Tech - #17 ranked Oklahoma gained a measure of revenge for their shock loss to Texas Tech in 2011 with a comfortable win in Lubbock, ending Tech's unbeaten start to the season. After a tight 1st half that the Sooners led 24-13, Oklahoma scored the next 17 points to take a big lead and the win. Oklahoma were led by QB Landry Jones (25-40-259-2), WR Kenny Stills (7-43-1) and a Defense that forced 3 turnovers, 2 sacks and an interception returned for a TD. Texas Tech were led by QB Seth Doege (22-36-203-0), RB Sdale Foster (11-44-1) and WR Darrin Moore (5-80-0). Next day re-broadcast with occasional edited huddles + missing action in the 1st quarter between 12:09 and 11:17 due to transmission failure - no scoring missed (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - McDonough/Spielman/Kessenich, PAL)
06/10/12 - Georgia (7) @ (35) South Carolina - #6 South Carolina showed they were for real, upsetting #5 Georgia in Athens with a dominating win. The Gamecocks held a 21-0 lead at the end of the 1st quarter and a 28-0 lead at the end of the 3rd quarter and were never in trouble the whole game. The stars for South Carolina were QB Connor Shaw (6-10-162-2), RB Marcus Lattimore (24-109-1) and a Defense, led by DL's Jadeveon Clowney and Devin Taylor, that held the Bulldogs to only 224 yards of total Offense. Georgia were led by QB Aaron Murray (11-31-109-0) and RB's Todd Gurley (13-39-0) and Keith Marshall (12-37-0). Next day re-broadcast with occasional edited huddles. Coverage includes Gameday Live (10, 3 Discs, ABC - Musberger/Herbstreit/Cox, PAL)
06/10/12 - LSU (6) @ (14) Florida - #10 Florida upset #4 LSU and handed the Tigers their first regular-season loss in 19 games. The Gators spotted the Tigers a 6-0 lead at the half, then used a strong rushing attack and great Defense to comeback and win the game. Florida were led on Offense by RB Mike Gillislee (34-146-2) and QB Jeff Driskel (8-12-61-0) while the Defense forced 3 turnovers and recorded 4 sacks. LSU were led by QB Zach Mettenberger (11-25-158-0) but he was let down by a rushing game that only managed 42 total yards. Next day re-broadcast with occasional edited huddles (10, 2 Discs, CBS - Lundquist/Danielson/Wolfson, PAL)
06/10/12 - Arizona (48) @ (54) Stanford - #18 ranked Stanford shook off their 1st loss of the season at Washington with a comeback win in overtime against the Wildcats. Both teams were evenly matched but Arizona held a 48-34 lead in the 4th quarter before Stanford QB Josh Nunes (21-34-360-2 + 7-33-3) rallied his team with 2 TD runs to force overtime. After the Cardinal forced a turnover, RB Stepfan Taylor (31-142-2) completed his big day by scoring to take the win. Arizona were led by QB Matt Scott (45-69-491-3), RB Ka'Deem Carey (29-132-3) and WR Austin Hill (11-165-2) (10, 2 Discs, FOX - Bolerjack/Klatt/Papadakis, NTSC)
13/10/12 - Oklahoma (63) v (21) Texas - #13 ranked Oklahoma dominated #15 ranked Texas at the State Fair, putting up over 50 points for the 2nd straight year. After a slow start, the Sooners used a big 2nd quarter to jump out to a 36-2 lead at the half and never looked back. The Sooners racked up 677 yards of total Offense while holding Texas to 289 yards and forcing 3 turnovers. Oklahoma were led by QB Landry Jones (21-37-321-2), RB Damien Williams (22-167-1 including a 95 yard TD run) and WR Trey Milard (5-119-1). Texas were led by QB David Ash (13-29-113-0) and RB Jonathan Gray (8-16-0) but could only manage 74 yards rushing as a team (10, Missing final Oklahoma TD as network cuts-away briefly to the Alabama/Missouri game, 2 Discs, ESPN - Nessler/Blackledge/Rowe, PAL)
13/10/12 - West Virginia (14) @ (49) Texas Tech - Texas Tech rebounded from their loss to Oklahoma with a comprehensive home win over #5 ranked West Virginia. The Red Raiders jumped outo to a 35-7 lead at the half and coasted home in the 2nd half. The stars were on Defense, led by DB Cody Davis (13 tackles) and DL Kerry Hyder (6 tackles), where Texas Tech held Heisman Hopeful West Virginia QB Geno Smith (29-55-275-1) in check. Texas Tech were led on Offense by QB Seth Doege (32-42-499-6), who had a huge game, RB SaDale Foster (10-82-1) and WR's Jace Amaro (5-156-1) and Darrin Moore (9-92-3). West Virginia also featured RB Andrew Buie (21-71-0) and WR Tavon Austin (9-99-0). Next day re-broadcast with occasional edited huddles (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - McDonough/Spielman/Kessenich, PAL)
13/10/12 - Texas A&M (59) @ (57) Louisiana Tech - In a shootout in Shreveport, #23 ranked Louisiana Tech almost pulled off an amazing comeback to beat #22 ranked Texas A&M. The Aggies, led by QB Johnny Manziel (24-40-395-3 + 19-181-3) raced out to a 39-16 lead at the half and looked in control. But the Bulldogs, led by QB Colby Cameron (44-58-450-5), out-scored the Aggies 41-20 in the 2nd half to pull within 2 points but a potentially game-tieing 2 point play fell incomplete and the Aggies held on for the win. Both teams put up a combined 1,193 yards of total Offense. The Aggies also featured WR Mike Evans (4-137-1). Louisiana Tech also featured RB Kenneth Dixon (19-111-2) and WR Quinton Patten (21-233-4) who had a huge game (10, 2 Discs, ESPNU - Davis/Stouffer/Capuano, NTSC)
16/10/12 - Louisiana-Lafayette (23) @ (30) North Texas - North Texas stunned the visiting Rajun Cajuns in Denton with a big comeback topped by a late winning TD. Thanks to QB Terrance Broadway (26-41-265-1 + 5-84-1), Louisiana-Lafayette led 20-6 early in the 2nd quarter before the Mean Green finally found their rhythm on Offense and pulled into a 23-23 tie with 3 minutes remaining. Backed up on their own 22 yard line, North Texas QB Derek Thompson (17-28-282-2) threw a screen pass to RB Antoinne Jimmerson (2-106-2) who weaved his way through the entire Cajuns Defense to score the game-winning 78 yard TD which the Mean Green Defense up-held to the end (10, 2 Discs, ESPN 2 - Neal/Ware/Capuano, PAL)
16/10/12 - Houston (42) @ (72) SMU - On a record setting day in Dallas, SMU exploded on the Cougars in a big win. Led by QB Garrett Gilbert (22-38-265-4) and an opportunistic Defense, the Mustangs turned a 28-14 lead at the half into a blowout win with a 31 point 3rd quarter. The Defense forced 6 interceptions, returning 3 of them for TD's. In total, the Mustangs scored a team record 10 TD's and set a team single-game points record. SMU also featured RB Zach Line (22-117-2), WR's Darius Johnson (9-110-2) and Jeremy Johnson (9-94-1), DL Margus Hunt (4 tackles, 2 sacks) and DB Taylor Reed (5 tackles, 2 interceptions, 1 TD). Houston were led by QB's David Piland (15-25-180-0), Bram Kohlhausen (2-7-13-0) and Crawford Jones (17-33-252-3), RB Charles Sims (17-55-2) and LB Everett Daniels (10 tackles, 1 sack) (8, Slight pixellation, 1 Disc, FOX - Thulin/Lapham/Purnell, NTSC)
20/10/12 - LSU (24) @ (19) Texas A&M - #5 ranked LSU overcame an early deficit to beat #20 ranked Texas A&M in College Station. Led by QB Jonny Manziel (29-56-276-0 + 17-27-0) the Aggies raced out to a 12-0 lead in the 2nd quarter before LSU took advantage of 2 turnovers to take a 14-12 lead in at the half. LSU then took control in the 2nd half, keeping Manziel in check, and went back to Baton Rouge with the win. LSU were led by QB Zach Mettenberger (11-29-97-1), RB Jeremy Hill (18-127-1) and a Defense that forced 5 turnovers and 3 sacks. Texas A&M also featured RB Ben Malena (12-82-1) (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Pasch/Griese, PAL)
20/10/12 - Texas Tech (56) @ (53) TCU - #18 ranked Texas Tech finally disposed of the Horned Frogs but needed 3 overtimes to do so. Both teams were evenly matched with Texas Tech QB Seth Doege (30-42-318-7) battling TCU QB Trevone Boykin (26-44-332-4). But the difference in the end was a defensive stand by the Red Raiders defense in the 3rd overtime which forced the Horned Frogs to kick a FG, allowing Texas Tech to win the game with a TD pass. Texas Tech also featured WR Eric Ward (6-61-3) and Darrin Moore (5-63-1). TCU also featured RB BJ Catalon (12-72-0) and WR Skye Dawson (10-154-1). Next day re-broadcast missing the last 22 seconds of the 1st half + between 12:53 and 7:50 of the 3rd quarter and between 14:49 and 10:28 of the 4th quarter. No scoring missed. (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Lamont/Stouffer, PAL)
20/10/12 - Florida State (33) @ (20) Miami - #12 ranked Florida State claimed their 3rd straight win over their big rivals but needed a big 4th quarter to do so. The Seminoles only led 16-13 after 3 quarters but scored 3 unanswered TD's in the 4th quarter to take control of the game and the win. The Seminoles were led by QB EJ Manuel (21-31-229-0 + 11-34-0), RB Devonta Freeman (10-70-2) and a Defense that forced 2 turnovers, 4 sacks and held the Hurricanes to only 29 yards rushing. Miami were led by QB Stephen Morris (25-43-223-1) (10, 2 Discs, ABC - Musberger/Herbstreit/Cox, PAL)
20/10/12 - Montana (34) @ (40) North Dakota - In a shootout in Grand Forks, North Dakota withstood a big comeback to beat the Grizzlies with a last minute TD. North Dakota started fast and led 31-17 at the half, but Montana turned the game around with a big 3rd quarter to lead 34-31 at the start of the 4th quarter. North Dakota tied the game up with a FG then won the game with a 32 yard TD pass with 12 seconds left. The stars for North Dakota were QB Braden Hanson (42-61-660-5) and WR Greg Hardin (12-333-3) who both set school records for single game yardage. Montana were led by QB Shay Smithwick-Hann (26-39-306-3) and WR Ellis Henderson (8-112-1) (10, 1 Disc, ROOT - Glasgow/Stiles/Mueller, NTSC)
20/10/12 - North Carolina (30) @ (33) Duke - In front of a big crowd at Wallace Wade Stadium, Duke won the game on a last minute TD that made them bowl-eligible for the 1st time since 1994. Duke controlled the first 3 quarters and led 23-9 to start the 4th quarter. But the Tarheels scored 3 TD's to take the lead with 3:06 left. Duke then marched 87 yards to the game-winning TD with 13 seconds left to send the crowd crazy. Duke were led by QB Sean Renfree (23-36-276-1), RB's Josh Snead (15-99-0) and Jela Duncan (22-74-1) and WR Conner Vernon (6-124-0). North Carolina were led by QB Bryn Renner (19-32-198-2), RB Giovani Bernard (24-143-1 + 5-66-1) and WR Eric Ebron (5-68-0). Re-broadcast missing action in the 1st quarter between 6:59 and 5:40, the 2nd quarter between 14:16 and 14:12 + 11:20 and 6:49 and the 3rd quarter between 4:20 and 2:29. 1 Duke FG in the 2nd quarter is missing (10, 2 Discs, ESPN U - Matvik/Stinchcomb/Williams, NTSC)
27/10/12 - Notre Dame (30) @ (13) Oklahoma - #5 ranked and unbeaten Notre Dame proved they were title contenders with a big win over #8 ranked Oklahoma in Norman. The Irish defense, led by LB Manti Te'o (11 tackles, 1 interception), kept the high-powered Sooners attack in check while the Offense paced the team to a 10-6 lead at the half. In the 2nd half, the Irish took advantage of big plays on both sides of the ball to take a decisive lead they defended until the end. The Irish were led by QB Everett Golson (13-25-177-0 + 11-64-1) and RB's Theo Riddick (19-74-1) and Cierre Wood (7-74-1). Oklahoma were led by QB Landry Jones (35-51-356-0), RB Damien Williams (13-29-0) and WR Jalen Saunders (15-181-0). Coverage includes Gameday Live (10, 3 Discs, ABC - Musberger/Herbstreit/Cox, PAL)
27/10/12 - Texas Tech (24) @ (55) Kansas State - #3 ranked Kansas State turned around a tight game with a big 2nd half to hold off #15 ranked Texas Tech and stay undefeated on the season. The Wildcats only led 13-10 at the half but scored 42 of the next 49 points to seal the win. The Wildcats were led by a big game from Heisman-hopeful QB Collin Klein (19-26-233-2 + 12-83-2). Texas Tech were led by QB Seth Doege (35-50-331-2), RB Kenny Williams (15-81-0) and WR's Eric Ward (11-161-2) and Darrin Moore (9-63-0). (10, 2 Discs, FOX - Johnson/Davis/Alexandria, NTSC)
27/10/12 - USC (36) @ (39) Arizona - In a shoot-out in Tucson, Arizona upset #10 ranked USC. Led by QB Matt Scott (27-50-369-3 + 15-100-1), WR Austin Hill (10-259-0) and a Defense that forced 5 turnovers, the Cats cameback from a 15 point deficit in the 3rd quarter to score 28 unanswered points and take the win. USC got huge games from QB Matt Barkley (31-49-493-3) and WR Marqise Lee (16-345-2) but were doomed by turnovers and penalties at inopportune times. Next day re-broadcast missing action in the 1st quarter between 12:29 and 9:45, in the 2nd quarter between 10:07 and 4:55 and in the 3rd quarter between 10:37 and 6:58. No scoring missed (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Tessitore/Millen, PAL)
03/11/12 - Alabama (21) @ (17) LSU - #1 Alabama confirmed their top ranking with a come-from-behind victory in Baton Rouge against #5 ranked LSU. In a tight, hard-hitting game, Alabama led 14-10 at the half before LSU scored twice to take a 17-14 lead in the 4th quarter. The momentum turned when LSU missed a FG, allowing Alabama to drive to the winning TD with 1:11 left in the game. The Tide were led by QB AJ McCarron (14-27-165-1), who had a poor game until the final drive, and RB's TJ Yeldon (11-76-0) and Eddie Lacy (11-83-1). LSU were led by QB Zach Mettenberger (24-35-298-1), who had a big game, and RB Jeremy Hill (29-107-1). Coverage includes Gameday Live (10, 3 Discs, CBS - Lundquist/Danielson/Wolfson, PAL)
03/11/12 - Texas (31) @ (22) Texas Tech - #23 ranked Texas finally put together a complete game to upset #18 Texas Tech in Lubbock. Led by QB David Ash (11-19-264-3) and RB Jonathan Gray (20-106-0), the Longhorns kept the Red Raiders at arms-length throughout the game to take the win. Texas Tech were led by QB Seth Doege (26-44-329-1), RB Kenny Williams (18-71-1) and WR's Eric Ward (8-126-0) and Darrin Moore (7-108-0) but were made to pay for settling for FG's rather than TD's. Next day re-broadcast with occasional edited huddles (9, 2 Discs, ESPN - Wischusen/Kanell, PAL)
03/11/12 - Troy (48) @ (55) Tennessee - In a shootout at Neyland Stadium, Tennessee finally managed to shake off the upset-minded Trojans and ended their own 4 game losing streak. Both teams were unstoppable on Offense, combining for 1,439 yards, a record for a Tennessee football game. The Volunteers led 31-30 at the half and both teams went toe-to-toe in the 2nd half, with the game only settled when Tennessee scored the go-ahead TD with 1:39 left in the game. Tennessee were led by QB Tyler Bray (29-47-530-5), RB Marlin Lane (19-132-2) and WR's Cordarrelle Patterson (9-219-1) and Justin Hunter (9-181-3). Troy were led by QB's Corey Robinson (30-46-393-1) and Deon Anthony (8-12-103-2 + 5-51-1), RB Shawn Southward (16-101-2) and WR's Eric Thomas (6-147-2) and Chip Reeves (5-144-1). Missing the last play, a Tennessee interception (10, 2 Dics, ESPN 3 - Rathbun/Couch/Moreau, NTSC)
03/11/12 - Oregon (62) @ (51) USC - In a shootout at the Coliseum, #2 ranked Oregon held off #18 USC to stay unbeaten. Oregon racked up 730 yards of total Offense and both teams combined for 1,345 yards of total offense. Oregon opened up an early 21-3 lead before USC rallied to trail only 34-24 at the half. Both teams traded TD's in the 2nd half but Oregon maintained their lead and held on for the win. The stars of the show were Oregon RB Kenjon Barner (38-321-5), who set a school record for rushing yards, and USC QB Matt Barkley (35-54-484-5). Oregon also featured QB Marcus Mariota (20-23-304-4 + 15-96-0) and WR Josh Huff (6-125-2). USC also featured RB Silas Redd (18-92-2) and WR Marqise Lee (12-157-2) (10, 2 Discs, FOX - Johnson/Davis/Alexandria, NTSC)
10/11/12 - Louisville (26) @ (45) Syracuse - In the final home game of his career, Syracuse QB Ryan Nassib led the Orange to an upset of #9 ranked and unbeaten Louisville. After a tight start to the game, Syracuse took control in the 2nd quarter to lead 31-13 at the half, and defended the lead to the end to take the upset win. Syracuse featured Nassib (15-23-246-3), RB's Jerome Smith (18-144-1) and Prince-Tyson Gulley (15-98-2) + WR Alec Lemon (9-176-2). Louisville were led by QB Teddy Bridgewater (36-49-424-3) and WR Eli Rogers (10-97-1) but the Cardinals were let down by a weak rushing attack (10, 2 Discs, ABC - Wischusen/Kanell, PAL)
10/11/12 - Kansas (34) @ (41) Texas Tech - In his last home game at Texas Tech, QB Seth Doege made sure it would be a winning one with a 2 overtime victory over a feisty Kansas team. The Red Raiders started fast led by Doege (45-59-476-3), and held a 21-7 lead in the 2nd quarter before Kansas came back into the game behind the rushing of RB's Tony Pierson (16-202-0) and James Sims (30-127-2) and forced overtime with 45 seconds left. Once in overtime, both teams traded TD's before Texas Tech sealed the win with a TD pass from RB Eric Stephens and the Defense then held Kansas on downs to end the game. Texas Tech also featured WR's Eric Ward (12-180-0) and Darrin Moore (9-74-2) + DB Cody Davis (8 tackles), in his final home game. Kansas also featured QB Michael Cummings (6-15-29-2 + 8-41-0) and LB Ben Heeney (9 tackles) (10, 2 Dics, FOX - Thulin/Baldinger/Knox, NTSC)
10/11/12 - Texas A&M (29) @ (24) Alabama - #15 ranked Texas A&M upset #1 ranked Alabama in Tuscaloosa to throw open the BCS title race. The Aggies started fast, running out to a 20-0 lead after the 1st quarter, before the Tide clawed back into the game, trailing only 29-24 with 6 minutes left. But the Aggies Defense stood tall and held on to take the upset win. Texas A&M were led by QB Johnny Manziel (24-31-253-2 + 18-92-0) and a Defense that forced 3 turnovers and 2 sacks. Alabama were led by QB AJ McCarron (21-34-309-1) and RB Eddie Lacy (16-92-1) (10, 2 Discs, CBS - Lundquist/Danielson/Wolfson, PAL)
10/11/12 - Oregon (59) @ (17) California - #2 ranked Oregon made their case for the #1 spot with a big win in Berkeley. Led by QB Marcus Mariota (27-34-377-6 + 6-42-0) the Ducks overcame a slow start by scoring 35 unanswered points in the 3rd and 4th quarters to take the win. The 6 TD passes by Mariota tied a school record while Oregon as a team set a major college football record by scoring at least 40 points for a 13th straight game. Oregon also featured RB Kenjon Barber (20-65-0) and WR's Josh Huff (5-109-3) and De'Anthony Thomas (8-101-0). California were led by QB Allan Bridgford (9-21-113-1) and RB Isi Sofele (15-134-1). The 1st quarter is from a next-day re-broadcast and is complete (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Tessitore/Millen/Steele, PAL)
10/11/12 - Oregon State (23) @ (27) Stanford - On Senior day in Palo Alto, #16 Stanford upset #11 Oregon State to keep their PAC-12 Championship hopes alive. Stanford gave redshirt Freshman QB Kevin Hogan (22-29-254-3) his 1st collegiate start and he responded by throwing the game-winning TD pass with 5 minutes left that his Defense defended to the end. The Beavers forced 4 turnovers from the Cardinal but the lone Beaver turnover set up Hogan's winning TD pass. Stanford also featured on Offense RB Stepfan Taylor (19-114-1) and TE Zach Ertz (9-75-1) and on Defense DL Terrence Stephens (5 tackles, 1 sack + 1 forced fumble) and LB Terrence Brown (7 tackles). The Beavers were led by QB Cody Vaz (23-38-226-1), RB Storm Woods (15-94-0) and WR's Markus Wheaton (7-91-1) and Brandin Cooks (7-82-0) (10, 2 Discs, FOX - Bolerjack/Klatt/Papadakis, NTSC)
17/11/12 - Tennessee (18) @ (41) Vanderbilt - On a record-setting night in Nashville, Vanderbilt dominated their in-state rival to win their 5th game in a row and clinch their 1st winning record in the regular season since 1982. The Commodores held a slim 13-10 lead at the half but scored 28 unanswered points to start the 2nd half to take the win. Vanderbilt were led by QB Jordan Rodgers (13-26-245-2), RB Zac Stacy (17-85-1) and WR Jordan Matthews (7-115-1 including a 71 yard TD catch). Tennessee were led by QB Tyler Bray (11-29-103-1), RB Martin Lane (16-108-0) and WR Cordarrelle Patterson (3-52-0 + 81 yard punt return TD). The win was Vandy's first over Tennessee at home since 1982, and was the most points they had scored against the Vols since 1923 (10, JIP 11:01 1st Quarter - Vandy lead 3-0, 2 Discs, ESPN 2 - Jones/Huard/Mendoza, NTSC)
17/11/12 - North Carolina State (48) @ (62) Clemson - On a record-setting day in Death Valley, #11 ranked Clemson exploded Offensively on North Carolina State. Led by QB Tajh Boyd (30-44-426-5 + 18-103-3) the Tigers put up 754 yards of total Offense, with Boyd setting team and ACC records by accounting for 8 of his teams TD's. The Tigers settled the game as a contest with a 28 point 2nd quarter to lead 41-24 at the break. NC State, led by QB Mike Glennon (29-53-493-5) tried to rally late but the deficit was too large to overcome. Clemson also featured RB Andre Ellington (22-124-0) and WR's Sammy Watkins (11-110-1) and Brandon Ford (5-101-2). NC State also featured RB Shadrach Thornton (21-114-1) and WR's Tobias Palmer (7-219-3) and Mario Carter (7-105-1) (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Patrick/Cunningham/Edwards, PAL)
17/11/12 - Stanford (17) @ (14) Oregon - #13 ranked Stanford sent the BCS into chaos with a big upset win over #2 ranked Oregon in Eugene. Both teams were evenly matched throughout but Stanford needed a TD with 2:17 remaining in the game to force overtime. The Ducks missed their FG allowing Stanford to win the game with their kick. Stanford were led by QB Kevin Hogan (25-36-211-1) and RB Stepfan Taylor (33-161-0). Oregon were led by QB Marcus Mariota (21-37-207-1 + 12-89-0) and RB Kenjon Barner (21-66-0) but were held 200 yards under their season average by a strong Stanford Defense. Coverage includes Gameday Live (10, 3 Discs, ABC - Musberger/Herbstreit/Cox, PAL)
17/11/12 - Kansas State (24) @ (52) Baylor - In the upset of the season, unranked Baylor upset #1 Kansas State in Waco. The Bears never trailed in the game, running out to a 28-17 lead at the half, then killed the game off by out-scoring the Wildcats 24-7 in the 3rd quarter. The stars for Baylor were QB Nick Florence (20-32-238-2 + 9-47-1), RB's Lache Seastrunk (19-185-1 including an 80 yard TD run) and Glasco Martin (19-113-3) and a Defense that forced 3 interceptions. Kansas State were led by QB Collin Klein (27-50-286-2) but he wasn't helped by a rushing attack that managed only 76 total yards. Next day re-broadcast with occasional edited huddles and missing action in the 2nd quarter between 14:12 and 10:05 but no scoring missed (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Nessler/Blackledge/Rowe, PAL)
17/11/12 - USC (28) @ (38) UCLA - #17 ranked UCLA claimed their 1st win over their cross-town rivals since 2006 and booked a place in their 2nd straight PAC-12 Championship game with a physical beatdown of USC. UCLA started fast and held a 24-0 lead early in the 2nd quarter before USC rallied to to 24-14 at the half. Both teams matched TD's in the 2nd half but UCLA made the 10 point lead hold up until the end to claim the win. UCLA were led by QB Brett Hundley (22-30-234-1), RB Jonathan Franklin (29-171-2) and a Defense that forced 3 USC turnovers and knocked USC QB Matt Barkley (20-38-301-3) out of the game. USC also featured RB Curtis McNeal (21-161-0) and WR Marqise Lee (9-158-1) (10, 2 Discs, FOX - Johnson/Davis/Alexandria, NTSC)
17/11/12 - Oklahoma (50) @ (49) West Virginia - In a wild shootout in Morgantown, #13 ranked Oklahoma used a last minute TD to win the game. Oklahoma started the better and led 31-17 at the half, but the Mountaineers came out fired-up in the 2nd half and took the lead with 3:37 left in the game. Oklahoma had 1 last chance to win the game and with 26 seconds left QB Landry Jones (38-51-554-6) threw his 6th TD pass of the night on 4th down to take the victory. Oklahoma also featured RB Damien Williams (22-92-1 + 6-71-0) and WR's Kenny Stills (10-91-4), Jalen Saunders (7-123-1) and Justin Brown (6-112-0). West Virginia were led by QB Geno Smith (20-35-320-4 + 4-52-0), RB Tavon Austin (21-344-2 + 4-82-0) and WR Stedman Bailey (13-205-4). Landry Jones 554 yards passing set a school record for single-game passing yards. Tavon Austin's 344 yards rushing set a school record for single-game rushing yards and he also set a Big 12 record with 344 total yards (10, 2 Discs, FOX - Bolerjack/Klatt/Papadakis, NTSC)
17/11/12 - BYU (14) @ (20) San Jose State - San Jose State continued their hot hand by beating BYU in San Jose. The Cougars were visting San Jose for the first time since 1968. The Spartans dominated from the start, opening up a 20-7 lead at the half, and despite a late BYU TD they held on to win. San Jose State were led by QB David Fales (25-34-305-3), RB De'Leon Eskridge (17-46-0) and WR Noel Grigsby (8-132-2). BYU were led by QB Riley Nelson (28-51-335-1) and RB Jamaal Williams (15-62-1) but were let down by 3 turnovers. Next day re-broadcast with occasional edited huddles (10, 2 Discs, ESPN 2 - Mowins/Galloway/Hartung, PAL)
22/11/12 - TCU (20) @ (13) Texas - In their 1st Thanksgiving day game since 1928, the Horned Frogs upset #18 ranked Texas in Austin, their 1st win against the Longhorns in Austin since 1967. In a tight 1st half, TCU took a slim 14-3 lead in at the half, but Texas rallied in the 4th quarter to within 7 points before a late turnover sealed the win for TCU. The Horned Frogs were led by QB Trevone Boykin (7-9-82-0 + 10-77-0), RB's BJ.Catalon (10-77-0) and Matthew Tucker (14-57-2) and a Defense that forced 4 Texas turnovers. Texas were led by QB's David Ash (10-21-104-0) and Case McCoy (11-17-110-0), RB Jonathan Gray (15-47-0) and WR Jaxon Shipley (6-80-0) (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Davis/Palmer/Pollack/Steele, PAL)
23/11/12 - Washington (28) @ (31) Washington State - In the 100th Apple Cup, Washington State ended their 8 game losing streak with a big win in Overtime over #25 ranked Washington. The Huskies overturned a 10-7 Wazzu lead at the half with a 21-point 3rd quarter, only for the Cougars to respond with 18 point run of their own to force Overtime. The Cougars intercepted the Huskies on their possession in OT and won the game with a FG of their own to start a pitch invasion in Pullman. The heroes for Washington State were QB Jeff Tuel (33-53-350-0), WR Dominique Williams (8-143-0) and a Defense, led by DB Deone Bucannon (11 tackles, 1 sack) and DL Ioane Gauta (4 tackles, 2 sacks), that shutout the Huskies in the 4th quarter and OT. Washington were led by QB Keith Price (20-34-194-2), RB Bishop Sankey (26-84-2) and WR Kasen Williams (8-83-0) (10, 2 Discs, FOX - Bolerjack/Klatt/Papadakis, NTSC)
23/11/12 - Arizona State (41) @ (34) Arizona - Arizona State upset #24 Arizona with a big comeback in Tucson. After a low scoring 1st half, the Wildcats ran out to a 27-17 lead after 3 quarters, only for the Sun Devils to score 24 unsanswered points in the 4th quarter to take the win. The Sun Devils were led by QB Taylor Kelly (16-29-191-0), RB Marion Grice (18-156-3) and great all-around play as the Special teams blocked a punt and the Defense forced 4 turnovers. Arizona were led by QB Matt Scott (19-39-230-3) and RB Ka'Deem Carey (25-172-1) (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Blackburn/Gilmore/Taylor, PAL)
24/11/12 - Oklahoma State (48) @ (51) Oklahoma - In his final home game, Oklahoma QB Landry Jones (46-71-500-3) went out a winner, guiding the Sooners to the 1st overtime game in "Bedlam" history. Both teams were evenly matched and shared a 24-24 tie at the break, but the Sooners found themselves down 45-38 with 6 minutes left when they started a drive that ended with the game-tieing TD run with 15 seconds left that forced Overtime. Oklahoma State kicked a FG but the Sooners responded with a TD run to win the game. Oklahoma also featured WR's Jalen Saunders (10-162-1) and Justin Brown (15-146-0). Oklahoma State were led by QB Clint Chelf (19-37-253-1 + 12-63-0), RB Joesph Randle (21-113-4) and WR Josh Stewart (11-150-1) (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Wischusen/Kanell/Taylor, NTSC)
24/11/12 - Baylor (52) v (45) Texas Tech - At Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Baylor became bowl eligible with a big overtime win over Texas Tech. The Red Raiders started fast, leading 21-7 in the 2nd quarter, but Baylor eased back into the game in the 3rd quarter before both teams traded TD's in the 4th quarter. Baylor still needed a FG with 2:55 left to force overtime, but once in OT the Bears scored first and the Defense held the Red Raiders on downs to win the game. Baylor were led by QB Nick Florence (22-37-396-3), RB's Lache Seastrunk (19-136-0) and Glasco Martin (23-98-2) and WR Terrance Williams (7-175-1). Texas Tech were led by QB Seth Doege (30-40-359-3), RB Kenny Williams (12-89-1) and WR's Darrin Moore (13-186-2) and Eric Ward (9-113-1). The game proved to be the last as Texas Tech Head Coach for Tommy Tuberville who left to take the Cincinnati job 14 days later (10, 2 Dics, FOX - Kutcher/Crouch/Walker, NTSC)
24/11/12 - Notre Dame (22) @ (13) USC - #1 ranked Notre Dame completed their first perfect regular season since 1988 to book a place in their 1st BCS National Championship game. Notre Dame started fast and led 10-0 after the 1st quarter before USC rallied to pull within 6 points in the 4th quarter, led by Freshman QB Max Wittek (14-23-186-1) who was subbing for an injured Matt Barkley. The Irish held firm though and sealed the win with their 5th FG of the game with 6 minutes remaining. Notre Dame were led by QB Everett Golson (15-26-217-0 + 9-47-0), RB Theo Riddick (20-146-1) and a stout Defense led by LB Manti Te'o (5 tackles, 1 Interception). USC also featured RB Silas Redd (12-77-0) and WR Robert Woods (7-92-1). Coverage includes Gameday Live (10, 3 Discs, ABC - Musberger/Herbstreit/Cox, PAL)
24/11/12 - South Carolina (27) @ (17) Clemson - #13 ranked South Carolina once again beat Clemson, handling the #12 ranked Tigers their 4th straight loss in the rivalry. Clemson actually led 14-10 at the half before the Gamecocks took control of the 2nd half, out-scoring the Tigers 13-7 to take the win. The stars for South Carolina were back-up QB Dylan Thompson (23-41-310-3) and DL Jadeveon Clowney (7tackles/4.5 sacks). Clemson were led by QB Tajh Boyd (11-24-183-1) and RB Andre Ellington (15-72-0). With the victory, South Carolina coach Steve Spurrier became the schools all-time winningest coach. Next day re-broadcast with occasional edited huddles (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Tessitore/Millen/Spake, PAL)
24/11/12 - Florida (37) @ (26) Florida State - #4 ranked Florida ended their 2 game losing streak to their in-state rivals with a comeback win in Tallahassee. In a game of runs, Florida started strong and held a 13-0 lead in the 1st quarter before Florida State countered with 20 unanswered points to lead 20-13 at the start of the 4th quarter. The Gators then re-took control of the game to score 24 unanswered points to take the win. Florida were led by QB Jeff Driskel (15-23-147-1), RB Mike Gillislee (24-140-2) and WR Jordan Reed (4-54-0). Florida State were led by QB EJ.Manuel (18-33-182-1 + 12-54-2) but were let down by 5 turnovers. Next day re-broadcast with occasional edited huddles (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Nessler/Blackledge/Rowe, PAL)
24/11/12 - Louisiana Tech (43) @ (52) San Jose State - San Jose State ended their regular season with a big home win over the Bulldogs. The win assured them of their first 10 win season since 1987. The Bulldogs led 27-24 at the half with QB Colby Cameron (38-59-468-3) leading the way, but the Spartans fought back in the 4th quarter and took the win when Spartans DB Bené Benwikere snagged his 3rd interception of the night with 1:38 remaining. The San Jose State heroes were QB David Fales (25-37-367-3), RB De'Leon Eskridge (28-217-3) and WR Noel Grigsby (7-127-0). Re-broadcast missing action in the 1st quarter between 12:10 and 9:14. No scoring missed. The rest of the game is complete (10, 2 Discs, ESPN 2 - Davis/Luginbill, NTSC)
30/11/12 - MAC Championship - Northern Illinois (44) v (37) Kent State - Northern Illinois successfully defended their MAC title but needed 2 overtimes to see off the Golden Flashes. The Huskies led 27-13 after 3 quarters before Kent State out-scored Northern Illinois 21-7 in the 4th quarter to force overtime. After exchanging FG's the Huskies scored the go-ahead TD that they defended with an end-zone interception to win the game. NIU were led by QB Jordan Lynch (19-34-212-1 + 36-160-3) and RB Akeem Daniels (17-128-1). Kent State were led by QB Spencer Keith (15-36-190-1) and RB's Trayion Durham (20-72-0) and Dri Archer (12-15-1 + 5-81-0). The next day, the Huskies were unexpectedly awarded a BCS Bowl game spot. Next day re-broadcast with occasional edited huddles + missing action in the 2nd quarter between 11:03 and 8:31 and 5:47 and 0:33. No scoring missed (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Blackburn/Gilmore/Hill, PAL)
30/11/12 - PAC 12 Championship - UCLA (24) @ (27) Stanford - #8 ranked Stanford clinched their 1st Rose Bowl berth since 2000 with a tight win over #17 ranked UCLA. In a rainy Stanford Stadium, both teams were evenly matched with Stanford holding a slim 17-14 lead at the half. UCLA owned the 3rd quarter but Stanford scored the final 10 points of the game to take the win. Stanford were led by QB Kevin Hogan (16-22-155-1 + 11-47-1), RB Stepfan Taylor (24-78-1) and WR Drew Terrell (4-70-1). UCLA were led by QB Brett Hundley (23-31-177-0 + 16-83-1), RB Johnathan Franklin (19-194-2) and WR Devin Fuller (7-42-0). The 284 yards rushing by UCLA were the most given up by Stanford all season. The Cardnial wore all-Black uniforms (10, 2 Discs, FOX - Johnson/Davis/Alexandria, NTSC)
01/12/12 - SEC Championship - Alabama (32) v (28) Georgia - Both teams knew that the winner was headed to the BCS Title game, and it was #2 ranked Alabama that advanced with a comeback win over #3 ranked Georgia. Georgia led 21-10 in the 3rd quarter before Alabama went to their ground game to out-score the Bulldogs 21-7 the rest of the way. Georgia had 1 last chance for the upset, but a final drive ended at the Alabama 4 yard line as time expired. Alabama were led by QB AJ.McCarron (13-21-162-1), RB's TJ.Yeldon (25-153-1) and Ed Lacy (20-181-2) + WR Amari Cooper (8-128-1). Georgia were led by QB Aaron Murray (18-33-265-1), RB Todd Gurley (23-122-2) and WR Tavares King (5-142-0). Coverage includes Gameday Live (10, 3 Discs, CBS - Lundquist/Danielson/Wolfson, PAL)
01/12/12 - CUSA Championship - Tulsa (33) v (27) Central Florida - Tulsa claimed their 2nd ever CUSA title but needed overtime to do so. In a close game, both teams were evenly matched and neither team led by more than a TD, and when Tulsa returned a punt for a TD with 6 minutes left in the game to tie the game, overtime seemed likely. Once in the extra period, UCF had their FG blocked and Tulsa took the win with a TD run of their own. Tulsa were led by QB Cody Green (14-25-153-1) and RB's Trey Watts (25-134-0) and Alex Singleton (25-100-2). Central Florida were led by QB Blake Bortles (14-32-194-2 + 11-60-1) and RB Latavius Murray (21-71-1). Next day re-broadcast with occasional edited huddles and missing action in the 2nd quarter between 12:08 and 5:08 but no scoring missed (10, 2 Discs, ESPN 2 - Pasch/Griese/Brown, PAL)
01/12/12 - Texas (24) @ (42) Kansas State - In their final home game of the season, #7 ranked Kansas State claimed their 1st Big 12 Conference title since 2003 with a big win over the Longhorns. Texas had the better of the 1st half and led 10-7 at the break, but the Wildcats, led by Heisman-hopeful QB Collin Klein (8-14-184-1 + 23-103-2), out-scored Texas 35-14 in the 2nd half to take the title. Kansas State also featured RB John Hubert (14-66-3) and WR Tyler Lockett (2-73-1). Texas were led by QB Case McCoy (26-34-314-2) but were let down by 3 turnovers and a rushing attack that managed only 99 yards (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Nessler/Blackledge/Rowe, PAL)
08/12/12 - Arkansas Pine-Bluff (24) v (21) Jackson State - Arkansas-Pine Bluff claimed their 1st SWAC title since 1966 with a remarkable comeback victory against the Tigers. Despite being outgained on Offense in the 1st half by 270 yards to 78 yards, Arkansas Pine-Bluff only trailed 21-14 at the break. In the 2nd half the Lions fought back, holding the Tigers scoreless, and forced overtime in sensational fashion by scoring on a 95 yard TD pass play with 2 minutes remaining in the game. Once in overtime, the Lions rode the momentum shift, blocking a Tigers FG before scoring with their own kick to win the game. Arkansas Pine-Bluff were led by QB Ben Anderson (13-25-225-1 + 16-36-1), RB Justin Billings (19-84-0) and WR Willie Young (3-136-1). Jackson State were led by QB Clayton Moore (12-25-158-1 + 23-69-1) and RB Rakeem Sims (12-70-1). Next day re-broadcast with occasional edited huddles and missing action in the 3rd quarter upto 6:13 but no scoring missed (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Davis/Walker, PAL)
15/12/12 - Div-1AA Semi-Final - Sam Houston State (45) @ (42) Eastern Washington - In a shootout on the red turf in Cheney, Sam Houston State almost blew a huge lead before holding on to advance to their 2nd straight Title game. The Bearkats dominated the 1st half and took a 35-0 lead in at the break. But the Eagles came out fired up in the 2nd half and scored 28 unanswered points to get back in the game only for Sam Houston State to score 10 more points to stay ahead for good and see out the game for the win. Both teams combined for 1,026 yards of total offense. Sam Houston State were led by QB Brian Bell (9-13-85-1 + 8-59-2) and RB Tim Flanders (34-231-0). Eastern Washington were led by QB's Kyle Padron (8-16-117-0) and Vernon Adams (14-26-364-6), WR's Brandon Kaufman (9-215-3) and Ashton Clark (5-135-1). Next day re-broadcast missing action in the 1st quarter between 7:34 and 3:17, in the 2nd quarter between 12:56 and 10:37 and in the 3rd quarter between 10:29 and 4:23. No scoring missed (10, 2 Discs, ESPN U - Davis/Walker/Montgomery, PAL)
15/12/12 - New Mexico Bowl - Nevada (48) v (49) Arizona - In the opening game of the Bowl season, Arizona sensationally rallied in the final minute to win the game, their 1st bowl win since 2008. In a game of runs, it was Nevada that jumped out to a 21-0 lead in the 1st quarter, only for Arizona to close the gap to 31-28 at the half. Nevada then jumped out to a 48-35 lead with 1:53 left, which set up a grandstand finish as Arizona scored a TD, converted an on-side kick, and scored the game-winning TD all in the 46 seconds. The stars for Arizona were QB Matt Scott (28-47-382-3), in his final college game, RB Ka'Deem Carey (28-172-3) and WR Austin Hill (8-175-2). Nevada were led by QB Cody Fajardo (22-31-256-3 + 22-140-1) and RB Stefphin Jefferson (34-180-2). 13 days after the game, Nevada coach Chris Ault announced his retirement (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Wischusen/Kanell/Taylor, PAL)
24/12/12 - Hawaii Bowl - Fresno State (10) v (43) SMU - SMU claimed their 2nd Hawaii Bowl title with a dominating win over the Bulldogs. SMU used a strong Defensive effort in the 1st half to take a 22-0 lead in at the break that they defended to the end. The SMU defense, led by MVP DL Margus Hunt (3 tackles, 2 sacks, 2 forced fumbles, 1 safety), forced 4 turnovers and returned 2 interceptions for TD's (69 and 83 yards). The Offense was led by QB Garrett Gilbert (14-28-212-1). Fresno State were led by QB Derek Carr (33-54-362-1) but he was let down by a rushing attack that had minus 16 yards rushing (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Blackburn/Stouffer/Hartung, PAL)
27/12/12 - Military Bowl - San Jose State (29) v (20) Bowling Green - The #24 ranked Spartans, ranked for the 1st time since 1975, capped a memorable season with a big win in the Nations capital. Both teams were evenly matched, with neither team ahead by more than a TD, but the Spartans scored the final 10 points of the game to take the win. San Jose State were led by QB David Fales (33-43-395-2), RB De'Leon Eskridge (13-33-1) and WR Noel Grigsby (9-134-0). The Falcons were led by QB Matt Schilz (16-35-159-0). With the win, San Jose State completed their season 11-2, their most ever wins. Next day re-broadcast for the 1st, 2nd and 3rd quarters but the 4th quarter is the original broadcast (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Wischusen/Kanell/Taylor, PAL)
27/12/12 - Belk Bowl - Cincinnati (48) v (34) Duke - In a shootout in Charlotte, Cincinnati scored 2 TD's in the final minute to beat Duke. The game was tied 34-34 with 1:32 left when Duke fumbled at the Cincy 5 yard line, allowing the Bearcats to take a decisive lead 4 plays later with an 83 yard TD pass. Cincy then iced the game with a 55 yard interception returned for a TD with 30 seconds left. Cincinnati were led by MVP QB Brendon Kay (17-25-332-4), RB George Winn (16-130-1) and TE Travis Kelce (5-123-1). Duke were led by QB Sean Renfree (37-49-358-1), RB Josh Snead (17-107-0) and WR Connor Vernon (10-119-1) (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Patrick/Cunningham/Edwards, PAL)
27/12/12 - Holiday Bowl - UCLA (26) v (49) Baylor - In an upset in San Diego, Baylor dominated the #17 ranked Bruins to win their 2nd straight Bowl game. Baylor started fast, leading 22-0 in the 1st quarter and 35-10 at the half, before coasting home in the 2nd half. The Bears were led by QB Nick Florence (10-13-188-2), in his final college game, and RB's Lache Seastrunk (16-138-1) and Glasco Martin (21-98-3). UCLA were led by QB Brett Hundley (26-50-329-3) but he was let down by a rushing attack that was held to only 33 yards. The opening 5 minutes of the game are taken from a next day re-broadcast (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Pasch/Griese/Brown, PAL)
28/12/12 - Meineke Car Care Bowl - Minnesota (31) v (34) Texas Tech - Texas Tech ended their season on a high with a comeback win over the Golden Gophers. Both teams Offense's were un-stoppable in the 1st half and Tech held a 24-17 lead at the break. But the Minnesota Defense stepped up in the 2nd half and held Tech scoreless until the final 2 minutes, when Tech scored 10 points to win the game. The winning points came on a 28 yard FG on the final play of the game. Tech were led by QB Seth Doege (31-45-271-1), in his final college game, RB Eric Stephens (5-66-0) and WR's Darrin Moore (11-84-0) and Eric Ward (7-79-1). Minnesota were led by QB Philip Nelson (7-18-138-2 + 12-26-0), RB's Donnell Kirkwood (19-77-1) and Rodrick Williams (12-60-1) + WR Derrick Engel (4-108-0). The opening 7 minutes of the game are taken from a next day re-broadcast (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Jones/Huard/Mendoza, PAL)
29/12/12 - Pinstripe Bowl - West Virginia (14) v (38) Syracuse - On a snowy day at Yankee Stadium in New York, Syracuse turned to their ground game to beat an old adversary in West Virginia. The Orange amassed 396 yards rushing, led by RB's Prince-Tyson Gulley (25-208-2) and Jerome Smith (30-157-0), and they were well supported by QB Ryan Nassib (12-24-134-2), in his final college game. West Virginia were led by QB Geno Smith (16-24-197-2), RB/WR Tavon Austin (12-54-0) and WR Stedman Bailey (7-126-2) but were let down by penalties and turnovers at inopportune moments (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Fowler/Palmer/Rinaldi, PAL)
31/12/12 - Music City Bowl - Vanderbilt (38) v (24) North Carolina State - Vanderbilt finished their most successful season since 1915 with a big win against the Wolfpack. Led by QB Jordan Rodgers (16-25-108-2), RB Zac Stacy (25-107-1) and a Defense that forced 5 turnovers, the Commodores built on a 28-14 lead at the half to win their 2nd Bowl game in 5 seasons. NC State were led by QB Mike Glennon (35-53-383-1) and the Wolfpack outgained the Commodores on Offense by 424 yards to 225 yards but were let down by the turnovers and penalties (9 for 90 yards) (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Blackburn/Gilmore/Hill, PAL)
31/12/12 - Chick-Fil-A Bowl - Clemson (25) v (24) LSU - In a very physical game in the Georgia Dome, Clemosn fought back from an 11 point deficit in the 4th quarter to take the win. Led by QB Zach Mettenberger (14-23-120-1) and RB Jeremy Hill (12-124-2), LSU took a 24-13 lead into the 4th quarter. Clemson out-scored LSU the rest of the way though and clinched the win with a 37 yard FG on the last play of the game. Clemson were led by MVP QB Tajh Boyd (36-50-346-2 + 29-22-1), RB Andre Ellington (11-50-0) and WR DeAndre Hopkins (13-191-2) (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Patrick/Cunningham/Edwards, PAL)
01/01/13 - Gator Bowl - Mississippi State (20) v (34) Northwestern - On an historic day in Jacksonville, Northwestern finally ended the bowl win drought with a big win over the Bulldogs. Northwestern hadn't won a bowl game since 1949 but set about the Bulldogs early, opening up a 13-0 lead at the start of the 2nd quarter that they defended to the end. The stars for the Wildcats were QB's Trevor Siemian (12-21-120-0) and Kain Colter (9-15-76-0 + 12-74-0), RB Venric Mark (13-56-1) and a Defense that forced 4 turnovers. Mississippi State were led by QB Tyler Russell (12-28-106-2) and RB's LaDarius Perkins (19-84-0) and Josh Robinson (7-91-0) but Russell's 4 interceptions were too much to overcome. Next day re-broadcast with occasional edited huddles (10, 2 Discs, ESPN 2 - Wischusen/Kanell/Williams)
01/01/13 - Outback Bowl - South Carolina (33) v (28) Michigan - #10 ranked South Carolina ended their season on a high with a tight win over #18 ranked Michigan. The Gamecocks held a slim 21-13 lead at the half, but the Wolverines turned the game around to take a 1 point lead with 4:20 left. That left just enough time for South Carolina to march down the field and sensationally take the win with a 32 yard TD pass with 20 seconds left. The Gamecocks were led by QB's Connor Shaw (18-26-224-2 + 10-96-0) and Dylan Thompson (7-10-117-2), WR Ace Sanders (9-92-2) and DL Jadeveon Clowney (4 tackles, 1 forced fumble, 1 fumble recovery) who had a memorable big hit in the 4th quarter. Michigan were led by QB Devin Gardner (18-36-214-3 + 12-24-0), RB Denard Robinson (23-100-0) and WR Jeremy Gallon (9-145-2) (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Tirico/Gruden/Spake, PAL)
01/01/13 - Capital One Bowl - Georgia (45) v (31) Nebraska - In a shootout in Orlando, it was the Bulldogs that took the win thanks to a record-setting game from their QB. Both teams were evenly matched, with both teams stars having big games, but the Bulldogs closed the game out with the final 21 points to win their 1st bowl game since 2009. The star of the show for the Bulldogs was QB Aaron Murray (18-33-427-5) who set a Capital One Bowl record for TD passes and a team bowl record for passing yards. He was ably supported by RB Todd Gurley (23-125-1) and WR Chris Conley (2-136-2). Nebraska were led by QB Taylor Martinez (16-27-204-2 + 20-46-0) and RB Rex Burkhead (24-140-1). The last 1:41 of the game is taken from an internet source and is a '9' quality (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Davis/Palmer/Pollack/Steele, PAL)
01/01/13 - Rose Bowl - Wisconsin (14) v (20) Stanford - In a Defensive battle in Pasadena, #6 ranked Stanford claimed their 1st Rose Bowl title since 1972. The Cardinal took a 17-14 lead in at the half and used great Defense to hold the Badgers to only 86 yards of Offense in the 2nd half and kept them from scoring. The stars for the Cardinal on Offense were QB Kevin Hogan (12-19-123-0 + 7-54-0), RB Stepfan Taylor (20-88-1) and TE Zach Ertz (3-61-0) with the stars on Defense were LB's AJ Tarpley (9 tackles) and Shayne Skov (8 tackles). Wisconsin were led by QB Curt Phillips (10-16-83-1 + 5-64-0), RB Montee Ball (24-100-1) and WR Jared Abbrederis (3-44-0). Coverage includes Gameday Live (10, 3 Discs, ESPN - Musberger/Herbstreit/Cox/Rinaldi, PAL)
02/01/13 - Sugar Bowl - Louisville (33) v (23) Florida - #21 ranked Louisville stunned #3 ranked Florida in the Superdome to win the Sugar Bowl trophy for the 1st time. Led by MVP QB Teddy Bridgewater (20-32-266-2), the Cardinals started fast, posting a 24-10 lead at the half, and held on to take the win despite a strong 4th quarter from the Gators. Bridgewater was also helped by a stellar defensive effort as the Cardinals Defense forced 3 turnovers and also scored on an interception returned for a TD. Louisville also featured RB Jeremy Wright (25-84-1) and WR's Eli Rogers (4-62-0) and Andrell Smith (4-55-0). Florida were led by QB Jeff Driskell (16-29-175-1) and RB Mike Gillislee (9-48-0) with WR Andre Debose also returning a kick-off 102 yards for a TD. Coverage includes Gameday Live (10, 3 Discs, ESPN - McDonough/Spielman/Kessenich, PAL)
03/01/13 - Fiesta Bowl - Oregon (35) v (17) Kansas State - #4 ranked Oregon dominated #5 ranked Kansas State in Glendale to end the season as #2 in the nation. The Ducks started fast, with WR De'Anthony Thomas returning the opening kick-off 94 yards for a TD, and they coasted to a 22-10 lead at the half that was never threatened the rest of the way. Oregon also featured WR Marcus Mariota (12-24-166-2 + 8-62-1) and RB Kenyon Barner (30-143-0 + 1-24-1) with Thomas also adding 60 yards on 4 catches and a TD. Kansas State were led by Collin Klein (17-32-151-1 + 13-30-1) in his final college game, RB John Hubert (17-55-0) and WR Chris Harper (8-71-0) but were made to pay for their slow start. Coverage includes Gameday Live (10, 3 Discs, ESPN - Nessler/Blackledge/Rowe, PAL)
07/01/13 - BCS Title Game - Alabama (42) v (14) Notre Dame - In a much-hyped match-up of the 2 best teams in football, #2 ranked Alabama dominated #1 ranked Notre Dame and won their 3rd National Championship in 4 years. The Crimson Tide started fast and posted a 28-0 lead at the half before coasting home the rest of the way. Alabama put up 529 yards of total Offense, with 265 yards coming on the ground. The stars for Alabama were MVP RB Eddie Lacy (20-140-1), QB AJ McCarron (20-28-264-4), RB TJ Yeldon (21-108-1) and WR Amari Cooper (6-105-2). Notre Dame were led by QB Everett Golson (21-36-270-1), RB Theo Riddick (10-37-0) and WR DaVaris Daniels (6-115-0) but the vaunted Irish Defense, led by LB Manti Te'o (10 tackles), had a tough night. Coverage includes Gameday Live (10, 3 Discs, ESPN - Musberger/Herbstreit/Cox/Rinaldi, PAL)