COLLEGE FOOTBALL - 2014 SEASON
12/04/14 - Texas Tech Offense (37) v (30) Texas Tech Defense - Texas Tech completed their Spring practice with the annual Red v Black game and the Offense showed it's intentions for the season with a big game. Led by QB's Davis Webb (25-37-354-4 including a 75 yard TD pass) and Tanner Tausch (22-36-199-1), the Offense took a 34-19 lead in at the half and despite a fight-back in the 2nd half from the Defense, the Offense closed out the game. The Offense also featured WR's Jakeem Grant (5-105-1) and Brent Mitcham (6-80-0). The Defense featured LB Jacarthy Mack (3 tackles) and DB's Keenon Ward (5 tackles) and Josh Keys (22 yard fumble return TD) (10, Copied from the Internet, 1 Disc, FOX - Giovannetti/Level/Davis, PAL)
28/08/14 - Texas A&M (52) @ (28) South Carolina - The post-Johnny Manziel era started at Texas A&M with a huge road win in Columbia. The Aggies new QB Kenny Hill (44-60-511-3) had a big game in his 1st career start, setting a team record for single game passing yards and completions. The Aggies led 31-14 at the half and never looked back, holding South Carolina to only 67 yards rushing. Texas A&M also featured RB Trey Williams (13-78-1) and WR Malcolme Kennedy (14-137-0). South Carolina were led by QB Dylan Thompson (20-40-366-4), RB Brandon Wilds (9-45-0) and WR Nick Jones (5-113-2) (10, 2 Discs, SEC Network - Musberger/Palmer/Williams, PAL)
28/08/14 - Temple (37) @ (7) Vanderbilt - Temple earned its first win over an SEC team since beating Florida in 1938 with a big win in Nashville, upsetting the head coaching debut of Vanderbilt's Derek Mason. The Owls built on a 21-7 lead at the half, forcing 7 turnovers and holding Vanderbilt to 54 yards rushing. The Owls were led by QB PJ Walker (23-34-207-2 + 8-21-1), RB Jamie Gilmore (9-65-0) and WR Nate Hairston (7-48-0). Vanderbilt used 3 QB's ; Patton Robinette (4-6-38-0), Johnny McCrary (0-3-0-0) and Stephen Rivers (12-25-186-0) (10, 2 Discs, SEC Network - Neal/Ware/Rutledge, PAL)
29/08/14 - UTSA (27) @ (7) Houston - UTSA spoiled the opening of Houston's new Stadium with a surprise win. UTSA forced 6 turnovers (4 interceptions, 2 fumbles) and didn't concede a score until the final minute of the game. The Roadrunners were led on Offense by QB Tucker Carter (15-24-121-0) and RB's David Glasco III (25-81-2) and Jarveon Williams (12-54-1). Houston were led by QB John O'Korn (21-43-204-0), RB Kenneth Farrow (7-21-0) and WR Deontay Greenberry (6-96-0) (10, 2 Discs, ESPN U - Couzens/Arbuckle, NTSC)
29/08/14 - UNLV (13) @ (58) Arizona - In his 1st career start, Arizona QB Anu Solomon had a huge game as the Wildcats broke a 45-year-old school record with 787 yards of total Offense. Solomon (25-44-425-4) led Arizona to a 24-6 lead at the half and the Wildcats never looked back. Arizona also featured RB's Terris Jones-Grigsby (13-124-1) and Nick Wilson (7-104-1) + WR's Austin Hill (3-110-1) and Samajie Grant (4-101-1). UNLV were led by QB Blake Decker (22-41-252-1 + 10-56-0) and WR's Devonte Boyd (6-102-0) and Devante Davis (8-100-0) (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Neely/Bellotti/Davenport, PAL)
30/08/14 - Central Arkansas (35) @ (42) Texas Tech - Texas Tech opened their season with a tight win over FCS school Central Arkansas. The Bears started the better and held a 16-7 lead in the 2nd quarter before the Red Raiders scored 2 late TD's to lead 21-16 at the half. Texas Tech had the better of the 2nd half but after the Bears pulled with 7 points, the Offense needed to run out the clock to seal the win. Texas Tech were led by QB Davis Webb (39-52-452-4), RB DeAndre Washington (20-104-1) and WR Bradley Marquez (11-184-2). Central Arkansas were led by QB's Taylor Reed (19-33-140-0) and Ryan Howard (4-6-79-1), RB Willie Matthews (21-96-1) and WR Dezmin Lewis (7-105-0) (10, 2 Discs, FOX - Followill/Baldinger/McCaslin, NTSC)
30/08/14 - Penn State (26) v (24) Central Florida - Penn State kicked off their season in Dublin, Ireland with a last-second win over UCF. Penn State QB Christian Hackenburg (32-47-454-1) had a huge game, setting a school single game passing yards record, and led the Nittany Lions on a 55 yard drive in the final minute to set up a game-winning 36 yard FG on the final play. The game also marked the debut of Penn State coach James Franklin. Penn State also featured RB Zach Zwinak (12-32-1) and WR's Geno Lewis (8-173-1) and DaeSean Hamilton (11-165-0). Central Florida were led by QB's Pete DiNovo (3-8-18-0) and Justin Holman (9-14-204-1), RB Dontravious Wilson (21-34-0) and WR JJ Worton (5-83-0) (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Patrick/Cunningham/Edwards, PAL)
30/08/14 - Florida State (37) v (31) Oklahoma State - #1 ranked Florida State avoided an upset loss with a tight win in Dallas, Texas. The Seminoles never trailed in the game but couldn't shake the Cowboys who pulled within 6 points with 2 minutes to go. Florida State claimed the on-side kick though and ran out the clock for the win. Florida State were led by QB Jameis Winston (25-40-370-1), RB Karlos Williams (23-66-0) and WR Rashad Greene (11-203-1). Oklahoma State were led by QB JW Walsh (15-27-203-1 + 11-51-2), RB Rennie Childs (10-47-0) and WR Tyreek Hill (6-62-0) (10, 2 Discs, ABC - Fowler/Herbstreit/Cox, PAL)
05/09/14 - Washington State (13) @ (24) Nevada - Nevada made sure the visiting Cougars left Reno without a win after a big all-around win. The Nevada Offense rushed for 214 yards and the Defense forced 2 turnovers as well as holding the Cougars to only 38 yards rushing. The Wolfpack ran out to an early 14-0 lead and managed to keep the Cougars at arms-length the rest of the way. Nevada were led by QB Cody Fajardo (12-21-110-0 + 16-100-0), RB Don Jackson (22-69-2), WR Hasaan Henderson (6-77-0), DL Brock Hekking (8 tackles) and LB Jordan Dobrich (8 tackles, 1 sack). The Cougars were led by QB Connor Halliday (38-57-389-1) and WR Isiah Myers (9-102-0) (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Neely/Bellotti/Smith, PAL)
06/09/14 - Georgia Tech (38) @ (21) Tulane - On an emotional day in New Orleans, Tulane opened their new, on-campus Stadium. But despite a big effort, Georgia Tech ran out winners. A high scoring 1st half ended 24-21 to the Yellow Jackets, but Tulane actually led 21-14 in the 2nd quarter. Georgia Tech controlled the 2nd half and shut-out the Green Wave to take the win. Georgia Tech amassed 344 yards rushing. Georgia Tech featured QB Justin Thomas (3-8-15-0 + 10-77-0) and RB's Zach Laskey (12-86-0) and Tony Zenon (8-72-2). Tulane featured QB Tanner Lee (13-24-173-2), RB's Lazedrick Thompson (8-34-0) and Dontrell Hilliard (8-29-0) and WR Justyn Shackleford (5-62-1) (9, Downloaded from the internet, 1 Disc, ESPN - Meyers/Kinchen, NTSC)
06/09/14 - Texas Tech (30) @ (26) UTEP - Texas Tech kept their unbeaten start to the season going with a tight win over UTEP in El Paso. After a slow start, Texas Tech recovered to hold a 16-13 lead at the half. Both teams went toe-to-toe in the 2nd half but the Red Raiders used a late Defensive stop to seal the win. Texas Tech were led by QB Davis Webb (17-31-278-3), RB's Justin Stockton (8-135-1) and DeAndre Washington (12-59-0) and WR Jakeem Grant (8-150-0). UTEP were led by QB Jameill Showers (9-25-116-0), RB Aaron Jones (23-144-2) and WR Jarrad Shaw (3-43-0) (10, 2 Discs, FOX - Bolerjack/Nece, NTSC)
06/09/14 - Virginia Tech (35) @ (21) Ohio State - In front of the biggest home crowd ever at Buckeye Stadium (107,517), the visiting Hokies used a huge defensive performance to upset #8 ranked Ohio State. Virginia Tech forced 7 sacks, 11 tackles for a loss of yards and 3 interceptions, with the final pick coming in the final minute that was returned for the game-clinching TD. The Hokies were led by QB Michael Brewer (23-36-199-2). Ohio State were led by QB JT Barrett (9-29-219-1 + 24-70-1) and RB Ezekiel Elliott (8-32-1) (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Nessler/Blackledge/Rowe, PAL)
06/09/14 - BYU (41) @ (7) Texas - For the 2nd year running, BYU dominated the Longhorns, inflicting on them their worst home loss since 1997. Once again the chief tormentor was BYU QB Taysom Hill (18-28-181-0 + 24-99-3) who led the Cougars to a 34-0 lead in the 3rd quarter. The Defense also played a part, limiting the Longhorns to only 258 yards of total Offense. BYU also featured RB Jamaal Williams (19-89-0) and WR Jordan Leslie (7-85-0). Texas were led by QB Tyrone Swoopes (20-31-176-1), RB Jonathan Gray (14-47-0) and WR John Harris (8-77-1) (10, 2 Discs, FOX - Davis/Harrington/Budden, NTSC)
11/09/14 - Houston (25) @ (33) BYU - #25 BYU continued their unbeaten start to the season with a tough home win. BYU jumped out to a 23-0 lead in the 2nd Quarter but Houston scored 15 unanswered points to go in at the half down 23-15. Both sides were even in the 2nd half and BYU protected their lead to win the game. BYU were led by QB Taysom Hill (21-34-200-1 + 26-160-1), RB Jamaal Williams (28-139-2) and WR Jordan Leslie (6-79-0). Houston were led by QB John O'Korn (30-52-307-3) and WR's Daniel Spencer (10-133-1) and Deontay Greenberry (6-74-2) but were let down by a rushing attack that only managed 10 total yards (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Davis/Palmer/Pollack/Ponder, PAL)
13/09/14 - Texas (17) v (20) UCLA - 12th ranked UCLA staged a remarkable comeback against Texas in Arlington Stadium with the help of their back-up QB. UCLA lost their starting QB Brett Hundley in the 1st quarter to an arm injury and he was replaced by Jerry Neuheisel (23-30-178-2), who led the Bruins on a 2nd half comeback to overturn a 10-3 deficit at the half. Neuheisel won the game with a 33 yard TD pass with 3 minutes left in the game. UCLA also featured RB Paul Perkins (24-126-0 + 5-69-0) and WR Jordan Payton (4-64-1). Texas featured QB Tyrone Swoopes (24-34-196-2), RB's Malcolm Brown (14-69-0) and Jonathan Gray (7-49-0) and WR Jaxon Shipley (9-65-0) (10, Downloaded from the internet - 1 hour hi-lites, 1 Disc, FOX - Johnson/Davis/McGrath, NTSC)
12/09/14 - Baylor (63) @ (21) Buffalo - #8 ranked Baylor ran up 669 yards of total Offense against Buffalo to stay unbeaten on the season. Led by QB Bryce Petty (23-34-416-4) the Bears went in at the half with a 35-0 lead and coasted home in the 2nd half. Baylor also featured RB Shock Linwood (20-97-2) and WR's KD Cannon (6-189-1 including an 89 yard TD catch), Jay Lee (9-136-2) and Lynx Hawthorne (7-123-2). Buffalo were led by QB Joe Licata (14-25-171-1), RB Jordan Johnson (20-97-0) and WR Devon Hughes (6-72-1) (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Flemming/Kanell/Williams, PAL)
13/09/14 - East Carolina (28) @ (21) Virginia Tech - East Carolina upset #17 Virginia Tech for their 1st win at Lane Stadium since 1991. The Pirates did their damage early, taking a 21-0 lead into the 2nd quarter, but the Hokies fought back with 21 unanswered points to tie the game with 1:20 left. The Pirates then sensationally won the game with a 65 yard TD drive, capped of with a 1 yard TD run with 16 seconds left. East Carolina were led by QB Shane Carden (23-47-427-3 + 12-13-1), RB Breon Allen (8-54-0) and WR Cam Worthy (6-224-0). Virginia Tech were led by QB Michael Brewer (30-56-298-3), RB Marshawn Williams (17-74-0) and WR Isaiah Ford (7-77-2) (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Pasch/Griese/Luginbill, PAL)
13/09/14 - Arkansas (49) @ (28) Texas Tech - In a battle of contrasting Offensive philosophies, it was the rushing attack of Arkansas that prevailed over the passing attack of Texas Tech. The Razorbacks amassed 438 yards rushing and scored 7 rushing TD's, led by RB's Alex Collins (27-212-2) and Jonathan Williams (22-145-4). Arkansas also held the ball for twice as long as Tech (40:39 to 19:21) and only punted once in the game. Arkansas also featured QB Brandon Allen (6-12-61-0 + 3-27-1). Texas Tech were led by QB Davis Webb (27-45-252-3), RB DeAndre Washington (8-51-0) and WR Jakeem Grant (6-85-1) (10, 2 Discs, ABC - Patrick/Cunningham/Edwards, PAL)
13/09/14 - USC (31) @ (37) Boston College - On an emotional night in Alumni Stadium, Boston College upset #9 ranked USC for their 1st win over a top-10 team in 10 years. The Eagles were honouring the memory of 9/11 victim and BC alum Welles Crowther by wearing red bandanas. USC started the better and led 17-6 in the 2nd quarter, but BC scored 24 unanswered points to take a 30-17 lead in the 4th quarter. USC scored 2 late TD's to get within 7 points but the Eagles held on for the win. BC were led by QB Tyler Murphy (5-13-54-0 + 13-191-1) who had a huge game. USC were led by QB Cody Kessler (31-41-317-4), RB Javorius Allen (15-31-0 + 9-118-1) and WR Nelson Agholor (9-64-1) (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Nessler/Blackledge/Rowe, PAL)
20/09/14 - Florida (21) @ (42) Alabama - #3 ranked Alabama used a strong 2nd half to finally dispose of the upstart Gators and stay unbeaten on the season. Alabama QB Blake Simms (23-33-445-4 including 87 and 79 yard TD passes) and WR Amari Cooper (10-201-3) had huge games, and needed to as the Tide committed 4 turnovers that Florida converted into 3 TD's. Alabama held a slim 21-14 lead at the half but out-scored Florida 21-7 in the 2nd half to take the win. Florida were led by QB Jeff Driskel (9-28-93-1 + 11-59-1) but he was their only Offensive threat (10, 2 Discs, CBS - Lundquist/Danielson/LaForce, PAL)
20/09/14 - Mississippi State (34) @ (29) LSU - Mississippi State knocked of #8 LSU in Death Valley but had to survive a furious LSU rally to do so. The Bulldogs were in charge for 3 quarters and held a 34-10 lead early in the 4th quarter. But the Tigers suddenly got untracked and scored 19 unanswered points to pull within 5 points, only for a last-play "Hail Mary" to be intercepted at the goal-line. The Bulldogs win ended a 14 game losing streak to the Tigers and gave them their 1st win in Tiger Stadium since 1991. Mississippi State were led by QB Dak Prescott (15-24-268-2 + 22-105-1), RB Josh Robinson (16-197-1) and WR Jameon Lewis (5-116-1). LSU were led by QB's Brandon Harris (6-9-140-2) and Anthony Jennings (13-26-157-0) and WR Malachi Dupre (4-120-2) but were let down by a rushing attack that only managed 89 yards (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Nessler/Blackledge/Rowe, PAL)
20/09/14 - California (45) @ (49) Arizona - Arizona opened their PAC-12 campaign with a sensational comeback win. California dominated the first 3 quarters, taking a 31-13 lead into the 4th quarter. But Arizona stunned the Bears with 36 points in the 4th quarter including a game-winning 47 yard "Hail Mary" TD pass on the last play of the game. Arizona were led by QB Anu Solomon (47-73-520-5), RB Nick Wilson (11-33-0) and WR's Cayleb Jones (13-186-3) and Austin Hill (8-127-2). California were led by QB Jared Goff (18-30-380-3), RB Daniel Lasco (20-123-1) and WR Bryce Treggs (5-119-1) (10, 2 Discs, PAC 12 Network - Calabro/Parker/Savage, NTSC)
20/09/14 - Clemson (17) @ (23) Florida State - #1 ranked Florida State survived a huge upset attempt by the #22 ranked Tigers, pulling out the win in Overtime. The Noles were missing Heisman Trophy winning QB Jameis Winston who was suspended for the game, but back-up QB Sean Maguire (21-39-304-1) had a good game in relief. After a tight 1st half, the Tigers went in at the break 10-3 up but the Noles fought back to force overtime and completed the comeback with a TD run after Clemson were held on downs. Florida State also featured WR Rashad Greene (9-135-1) but were held to only 13 total rushing yards. Clemson featured QB's Cole Stoudt (3-5-40-0) and Deshaun Watson (19-28-266-0 + 12-30-1) and RB CJ Davidson (12-54-0). Includes Gameday Live (9, 3 Discs, ESPN - Fowler/Herbstreit/Cox, PAL)
20/09/14 - Oregon (38) @ (31) Washington State - #2 ranked Oregon held off an upset-minded Cougars team to keep their unbeaten start to the season intact. The Cougars were a 24 point underdog but played inspired football in the 1st half to go in with a 21-21 tie at the half. Oregon got their noses in front in the 3rd quarter and held off a late Washington State charge to take the win. The star for Oregon was QB Marcus Mariota (21-25-329-5 + 13-58-0) and he was helped by RB Royce Freeman (20-75-0) and WR's Devon Allen (7-142-2) and Keanon Lowe (5-104-2). Washington State were led by QB Connor Halliday (43-63-436-4), RB Jamal Morrow (9-33-0) and WR River Cracraft (8-107-1) (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Jones/Gilmore/Smith, PAL)
25/06/14 - Texas Tech (35) @ (45) Oklahoma State - Oklahoma State continued their mastery over Texas Tech with their 6th straight win in the series. Both teams were even in the 1st half, with the Cowboys holding a 21-14 lead at the break, but Oklahoma State managed to keep Texas Tech at arms length the rest of the way and closed out the game to take the win. Both teams combined for 1,040 yards of total offense. Oklahoma State were led by QB Daxx Garman (17-31-370-4 + 7-27-1), RB Desmond Roland (23-86-1) and WR Marcell Ateman (6-130-0). Texas Tech were led by QB's Davis Webb (35-54-374-4) and Patrick Mahomes (2-5-20-1 + 7-16-0), who came in late in the game for his 1st college action, RB DeAndre Washington (13-85-0) and WR's Bradley Marquez (8-106-1) and Jakeem Grant (12-100-1) (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Davis/Palmer/Pollack/Ponder, PAL)
27/09/14 - Arkansas (28) v (35) Texas A&M - #6 ranked Texas A&M kept their unbeaten record intact but had to go to Overtime to do so. At the Dallas Cowboys stadium in Arlington, Arkansas jumped out to a 28-14 lead after 3 quarters, but the Aggies scored 2 unanswered TD's to force OT then completed the comeback by holding the Razorbacks on downs after they had scored a TD of their own. Both teams combined for 1,007 yards of total offense. Texas A&M were led by QB Kenny Hill (21-41-386-4), RB Tra Carson (8-55-0) and WR Ed Pope (4-151-2). Arkansas were led by QB Brandon Allen (15-27-199-1) and RB's Alex Collins (21-131-1) and Jonathan Williams (18-95-1) (10, Coverage starts just before kick-off, 2 Discs, CBS - Lundquist/Danielson/LaForce, PAL)
27/09/14 - Colorado (56) @ (59) California - In a shootout in Berkeley, the Bears claimed their 1st PAC-12 win in 15 games with a 2 overtime defeat of the Buffaloes. Both QB's were on fire and set an NCAA record with both QB's passing for 7 TD's each. Colorado owned the 1st half and went in 28-14 up at the break. But the Bears owned the 2nd half and the Buffaloes needed a TD with 21 seconds left to force overtime. The Bears stopped Colorado on their 2nd possession and then kicked a FG of their own to take the win. California were led by QB Jared Goff (24-42-458-7), RB Daniel Lasco (18-108-0) and WR Stephen Anderson (7-136-1). Colorado were led by QB Sefo Liufau (46-67-455-7 + 10-72-0), RB Tony Jones (13-69-0) and WR Nelson Spruce (19-179-3) (10, 2 Discs, PAC 12 Network - Calabro/Roth/Johnson, NTSC)
02/10/14 - Arizona (31) @ (24) Oregon - For the 2nd time in 3 years, the Wildcats upset #2 ranked Oregon in Autzen Stadium. After a low scoring 1st half that Arizona led 7-3 at the break, the Wildcats dominated the 3rd quarter before the Ducks stormed back to tie the game in the 4th quarter. The Wildcats clinched the win with a TD run with 2:54 left. Arizona were led by QB Anu Solomon (20-31-287-1), RB Terris Jones-Grigsby (27-115-1) and WR Cayleb Jones (3-50-0). The Defence also chipped in with 2 fumbles caused, one of which led to the game-winning TD. Oregon were led by QB Marcus Mariota (20-32-276-2), RB Royce Freeman (19-85-0) and WR Devon Allen (5-78-1) (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Davis/Palmer/Pollack/Ponder, PAL)
04/10/14 - Texas A&M (31) @ (48) Mississippi State - #12 ranked Mississippi State continued their hot streak with a dominating win over #6 ranked and unbeaten Texas A&M. The Bulldogs started fast and held a 28-10 lead at the half, a lead that they built on by scoring 2 more TD's in a strong 3rd quarter. The Aggies scored 2 late TD's to make the score more respectable but never threatened the upset. Mississippi State were led by a huge game from QB Dak Prescott (20-26-268-2 + 23-77-3), RB Josh Robinson (17-107-2) and WR De'Runnya Wilson (4-72-1). The Aggies were led by QB Kenny Hill (37-62-365-4), RB Tra Carson (11-59-0) and WR Ricky Seals-Jones (10-72-0) (10, 1st quarter is from a re-broadcast and is missing between 7:49 and 2:50 - No scoring missed, 2 Discs, ESPN - Pasch/Griese/Luginbill, PAL)
04/10/14 - Alabama (17) @ (23) Mississippi - #11 ranked Mississippi rode a raucous crowd to a huge upset of #3 Alabama, ending a 10-game losing streak to the Tide. Both teams were evenly matched but Ole Miss turned around a 17-10 deficit at the start of the 4th quarter with 2 unanswered TD's to take the lead, then sealed the win with an end-zone interception with 37 seconds left. The Rebels were led by QB Bo Wallace (18-31-251-3 + 11-32-0), RB Jaylen Walton (11-39-0) and WR's Evan Engram (3-71-0) and Laquon Treadwell (5-55-1). Alabama were led by QB Blake Sims (19-31-228-0), RB TJ Yeldon (20-123-0) and WR Amari Cooper (9-91-0) (10, 2 Discs, CBS - Lundquist/Danielson/LaForce, PAL)
04/10/14 - Utah (30) @ (28) UCLA - In a big upset in Pasadena, unranked Utah upset #8 ranked UCLA for their 1st ever win in Los Angeles. The Utes controlled the 1st half and took a 24-14 lead in at the half. Despite a spirited fight-back by the Bruins, the Utes held on to take the win. UCLA had 2 chances to win the game on the final play, but a 55 yard FG missed and then when a "running-into-the-kicker" penalty was called, UCLA attempted and missed a 50 yard FG. Utah were led by QB's Travis Wilson (2-5-5-0) and Kendall Thompson (10-13-95-0 + 19-83-0), RB Devontae Booker (33-156-1) and WR Kaelin Clay (5-38-0). UCLA were led by QB Brett Hundley (16-21-269-2 inc. a 93 yard TD pass), RB's Paul Perkins (17-99-1) and Jordon James (11-50-0) and WR's Jordan Payton (7-74-0) and Devin Fuller (3-95-1) (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Jones/Gilmore/Mendoza, PAL)
04/10/14 - Texas Tech (13) @ (45) Kansas State - #23 ranked Kansas State showed their BIG-12 championship credentials with a big win over visiting Texas Tech. Kansas State out-gained Texas Tech 535 yards to 347 yards en-route to a 24-7 lead at the half. The Wildcats coasted home in the 2nd half, out-scoring the Red Raiders 21-8. The stars for Kansas State were QB Jake Waters (24-31-290-4 + 17-105-1), RB Charles Jones (13-65-0) and WR's Curry Sexton (9-128-2) and Tyler Lockett (12-125-2). The Defense also chipped in with 4 turnovers. Texas Tech featured QB's Davis Webb (22-43-247-2) and Patrick Mahomes (5-7-54-0), who made his career debut, RB DeAndre Washington (7-27-0) and WR Jakeem Grant (7-90-2) (10, 2 Discs, ESPN U - Matvick/Becht/Capuano, NTSC)
04/10/14 - Arizona State (38) @ (34) USC - Arizona State shocked #16 ranked USC in Los Angeles with a sensational finish to give the Sun Devils their first win at the Coliseum since 1999. Both teams were evenly matched but USC held a 34-25 lead with 3:02 remaining. The Sun Devils reeled off 14 unanswered points, including a 73 yard TD pass and a 46 yard "Hail Mary" TD pass on the game's final play, to stun the Trojans and win the game. Arizona State were led by QB Mike Bercovici (27-45-510-5), RB DJ Foster (10-13-0) and WR's Jaelen Strong (10-202-3) and Cameron Smith (3-85-1). USC were led by QB Cody Kessler (28-45-273-0), RB Javorius Allen (29-143-2 + 4-86-0) and WR Nelson Agholor (9-85-0 + 53 yard punt return TD) (10, 2 Discs, FOX - Davis/Harrington/Budden, NTSC)
04/10/14 - California (60) @ (59) Washington State - On a record-setting day in Pullman, the Bears survived a last play FG attempt to win the game. Both teams combined for 1,400 yards of total Offense with the QB's from each team having big games. The Cougars held a 24-13 lead at the half but the Bears out-scored them 19-7 in the 4th quarter. The Cougars had a chance to win on a last play FG but the kick missed and the Bears took the win. California were led by QB Jared Goff (37-53-527-5), RB Daniel Lasco (11-61-1) and WR Bryce Treggs (10-120-2). Washington State were led by Connor Halliday (49-70-734-6) who set an NCAA single-game passing yards record, RB Gerard Wicks (12-38-2) and WR's Vince Mayle (11-263-1) and River Cracraft (11-172-3) (10, 2 Discs, PAC 12 Network - Calabro/Roth/Johnson, NTSC)
11/10/14 - Texas (26) v (31) Oklahoma - #11 ranked Oklahoma overcame an embarrassing 1st half to win the Red River shootout. The Sooners only had 29 yards of total Offense at the break but held a 17-13 lead thanks to their Special Teams (91 yard kick-off return TD) and their Defense (43 yard Interception return TD). The 3rd quarter saw the Offense come to life and open up a 31-13 lead and even though the Longhorns made it interesting with 2 scores in the 4th quarter, the Sooners held on to win. Oklahoma were led by QB Trevor McKnight (12-20-129-1), RB Samaje Perine (18-62-1) and WR Sterling Shepard (4-63-1). Texas were led by QB Tyrone Swoopes (27-44-334-2), RB Malcolm Brown (19-78-0) and WR Jaxon Shipley (9-115-0) (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - McDonough/Spielman/McShay, PAL)
11/10/14 - Auburn (23) @ (38) Mississippi State - In arguably the biggest home game in their history, #3 Mississippi State upset #2 Auburn in a shootout in Starkville. The Bulldogs started fast and held a 21-0 lead at the end of the 1st quarter, and a 28-13 lead at the half. The 2nd half was tighter but the Bulldogs kept Auburn at arms-length and held on for the win. The stars for Mississippi State were QB Dak Prescott (18-34-246-1 + 21-121-2), RB Josh Robinson (19-97-2), WR Malcolm Johnson (5-60-0) and a Defense that forced 4 turnovers, 3 sacks and 6 tackles for a loss. Auburn were led by QB Nick Marshall (17-35-209-2 + 17-100-0), RB Cameron Artis-Payne (16-70-0) and WR D'haquille Williams (6-108-2). Coverage includes Gameday Live (10, 3 Discs, CBS - Lundquist/Danielson/LaForce, PAL)
11/10/14 - TCU (58) @ (61) Baylor - In a shootout in Waco, #5 ranked Baylor foiled an upset bid by #9 ranked TCU with a huge 4th quarter comeback. TCU held a 58-37 lead with 11:38 to go in the final quarter when Baylor suddenly found some Offense and reeled off 24 unanswered points including the game-winning 28 yard FG on the final play of the game. Baylor were led by QB Bryce Petty (28-55-510-6), RB Shock Linwood (29-178-0) and WR's Antwan Goodley (8-158-2) and Corey Coleman (8-144-2). TCU were led by QB Trevone Boykin (21-47-287-1), RB BJ Catalon (13-48-2) and WR Kolby Listenbee (4-146-1) (10, 2 Discs, ABC - Nessler/Blackledge/Rowe, NTSC)
11/10/14 - West Virginia (37) @ (34) Texas Tech - West Virginia extended Texas Tech's losing streak with a last-second win in Lubbock. Texas Tech turned in a big defensive effort to lead 21-10 at the half, but the Mountaineers rallied in the 4th quarter with 17 unanswered points to end the game, including a 55 yard FG on the last play of the game that clinched the win. West Virginia were led by QB Clint Trickett (28-44-301-2), RB's Wendell Smallwood (15-123-0) and Rushel Shell (24-110-2) and WR Kevin White (13-123-1). Texas Tech featured QB Davis Webb (28-46-348-3), RB's DeAndre Washington (29-132-0) and Justin Stockton (5-80-1) and WR Devin Lauderdale (3-112-2) (10, 2 Discs, FOX - Davis/Harrington/Budden, NTSC)
18/10/14 - Kansas State (31) @ (30) Oklahoma - #14 Kansas State knocked off #11 Oklahoma in Norman but needed a missed FG in the final minutes to do so. The Wildcats never trailed after the 1st quarter but had to rely on a poor day from Sooners kicker Michael Hunnicutt to take the win. Hunnicutt missed a PAT and 2 short FG's, including the potential game-winner with 3:39 left. Kansas State were led by QB Jake Waters (15-23-255-2 + 10-51-1), RB DeMarcus Robinson (8-66-0) and WR Tyler Lockett (6-86-1). Oklahoma were led by QB Trevor McKnight (26-32-318-3), RB Samaje Perine (24-89-1) and WR Sterling Shepard (15-197-1) who tied a school record for catches in a game. Coverage starts just before kick-off (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Pasch/Griese/Luginbill, PAL)
18/10/14 - Kansas (21) @ (34) Texas Tech - Texas Tech finally ended their 4 game losing streak with a win over fellow BIG-12 strugglers Kansas. The Red Raiders used a strong 1st half to post a 17-7 lead at the half and then held off a spirited fight-back by the Jayhawks in the 2nd half to take the win. Texas Tech were led by QB Davis Webb (28-44-288-3), RB DeAndre Washington (23-164-0) and WR's Jakeem Grant (6-72-0) and Bradley Marquez (6-70-1). Kansas were led by QB Michael Cummings (20-32-235-2), RB Corey Avery (15-69-0), WR Jimmay Mundine (7-82-1) and LB Ben Heeney (17 tackles) (10, 2 Discs, FOX - Followill/Baldinger/McCaslin, NTSC)
18/10/14 - Notre Dame (27) @ (31) Florida State - #2 ranked and unbeaten Florida State kept their unbeaten record intact with a tight win against #5 ranked and also unbeaten Notre Dame. Both teams QB's, Notre Dame QB Everett Golson (31-52-313-3) and Florida State QB Jameis Winston (22-31-273-2), had big games. Notre Dame held a slim 17-10 lead at the half, keeping Winston quiet, but in the 2nd half Winston came alive and led the Seminoles to the go-ahead score with 8 minutes remaining. The Irish had 1 last try for the win, but a potential game-winning TD pass with 13 seconds left was cancelled out by an Offensive pass interference call and the Seminoles held on for the win (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Fowler/Herbstreit/Cox, PAL)
25/10/14 - Texas (0) @ (23) Kansas State - The #11 ranked Wildcats used a great Defensive performance to beat Texas, inflicting on the Longhorns their 1st shutout since 2004. The Kansas State Defense held the Longhorns to only 196 yards of total Offense while the Offense racked up 367 yards of their own. Kansas State were led by QB Jake Waters (19-30-224-0), RB DeMarcus Robinson (16-50-1) and WR Tyler Lockett (8-103-0). Texas were led by QB Tyrone Swoopes (13-25-106-0 + 8-31-0), RB Jonathan Gray (10-24-0) and WR Jaxon Shipley (4-25-0) (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Pasch/Griese/Luginbill, PAL)
25/10/14 - Texas Tech (27) @ (82) TCU - #10 ranked TCU avenged their 2004 blow-out loss to Texas Tech with a beat-down in Fort Worth. Texas Tech hung with the Horned Frogs for the 1st quarter but TCU out-scored the Red Raiders 57-10 the rest of the way, including a 31 point 3rd quarter. TCU out-gained Texas Tech by 785 yards to 446 yards. TCU were led by QB's Trevone Boykin (22-39-433-7) and Matt Joeckel (2-3-25-0), RB's Aaron Green (6-105-1) and Trevorris Johnson (10-105-2) and WR's Deante' Gray (4-165-2) and Josh Doctson (4-76-2). Texas Tech were led by QB's Davis Webb (15-30-300-2) and Patrick Mahomes (5-11-45-1), RB DeAndre Washington (13-77-0) and WR Devin Lauderdale (3-81-1) (10, 2 Discs, FOX - Davis/Harrington/Budden, NTSC)
25/10/14 - Mississippi (7) @ (10) LSU - #24 ranked LSU ended #3 ranked Mississippi's unbeaten season with an upset in Baton Rouge. Ole Miss capitalised on 3 LSU turnovers and a missed FG to lead 7-3 at the half, but LSU put it all together for the 2nd half, shutting-out the Rebels and scoring the winning TD in the 4th quarter with 5 minutes left. Ole Miss had 1 chance to force Overtime with a FG but QB Bo Wallace threw an interception at the 1 yard line with 2 seconds left when in FG range. Wallace had disregarded the play called from the sideline. LSU were led by QB Anthony Jennings (8-16-142-1) and RB's Leonard Fournette (23-113-0) and Terrence Magee (12-74-0). LSU LB Kwon Alexander was credited with eight totals tackles including 2 1/2 for losses. Ole Miss were led by QB Bo Wallace (14-33-176-1 + 12-40-0), RB I'Tavius Mathers (8-35-0) and WR Cody Core (4-45-1). Coverage includes Gameday Live (10, Next day re-broadcast with occasional edited huddles, 3 Discs, ESPN - Fowler/Herbstreit/Cox, PAL)
30/10/14 - Florida State (42) @ (31) Louisville - #2 ranked Florida State showed their title credentials with a huge comeback win in Louisville. The Cardinals ran out to a 21-7 lead at the half but the Seminoles rallied with a dominating 2nd half, out-scoring the Cardinals 31-10 to take the win. The stars for Florida State were QB Jameis Winston (25-48-401-3) and RB Dalvin Cook (9-110-2). Louisville were led by QB Will Gardner (20-38-330-1), RB Michael Dyer (28-134-3) and WR DeVante Parker (8-214-0) (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Davis/Palmer/Pollack/Ponder, PAL)
01/11/14 - Florida (38) v (20) Georgia - Florida finally found an Offense and upset #11 ranked Georgia in their big rivalry game. The Gators put up an amazing 445 yards of Total Offense, thanks entirely to 418 yards rushing, the most in a single game since 1989. After allowing Georgia an early score, Florida scored 31 unanswered points in the middle quarters to end the game as a contest. The stars for Florida were RB's Kelvin Taylor (25-197-2) and Matt Jones (25-192-2) with Freshman QB Treon Harris (3-6-27-0) pulling the strings on Offense. The Bulldogs were led by QB Hutson Mason (26-41-319-1), RB Nick Chubb (21-156-1) and WR Michael Bennett (6-60-0) (10, 2 Discs, CBS - Lundquist/Danielson/LaForce, PAL)
01/11/14 - Texas (34) @ (13) Texas Tech - Texas continued their win streak against Texas Tech with a big win in Lubbock. Both teams were evenly matched until Tech lost their QB to injury in the 2nd quarter. That drive ended in a TD but Texas Tech were held scoreless for the rest of the game, as Texas scored 24 unanswered points for the win. Texas were led by QB Tyrone Swoopes (13-25-228-1), RB's Malcolm Brown (22-116-2) and Jonathan Gray (16-76-1) and WR John Harris (5-165-0). Texas Tech were led by QB's Patrick Mahomes (13-21-109-0), in his 1st career start, and Vincent Testaverde Jr (15-26-116-0), in his 1st career game, RB DeAndre Washington (16-97-0) and WR Bradley Marquez (6-55-0) (10, 2 Discs, FOX - Brando/Quinn, NTSC)
01/11/14 - TCU (31) @ (30) West Virginia - #7 ranked TCU withstood a showdown with the Mountaineers, pulling out a victory with a last play FG to stay in the Playoff hunt. Both teams combined for 7 turnovers with the 5 by West Virginia the main reason they only led 13-7 at the half after dominating the Horned Frogs. TCU re-grouped at the half and slugged it out with the Mountaineers in the 2nd half, but still found themselves down 28-30 2:07 left. TCU QB Trevone Boykin (12-30-166-1) then led the Frogs on a march down-field to the game-winning 37 yard FG on the games' final play. TCU also featured RB BJ Catalon (20-105-2) and WR Deante' Gray (2-55-01). West Virginia were led by QB Clint Trickett (15-26-162-1), RB Dreamius Smith (12-70-1) and WR Jordan Thompson (7-39-0). Coverage includes Gameday Live (10, Next day re-broadcast with occasional edited huddles + missing action in the 1st quarter between 5:38 and 1:35 - No scoring missed, 3 Discs, ESPN - Fowler/Herbstreit/Cox, PAL)
01/11/14 - Auburn (35) @ (31) Mississippi - In the big SEC matchup of the week, #3 ranked Auburn escaped from Oxford with a tight win over #4 ranked Mississippi. Both teams were evenly matched and combined for 999 yards of Total Offense. The game was decided with 1:03 left in the game when Mississippi receiver Laquon Treadwell (10-103-1) fumbled at the Auburn goal-line while trying to score, and Auburn recovered to preserve their lead. Treadwell fumbled because as he was tackled he broke his leg. Auburn ran the clock down after the fumble recovery then held Ole Miss to 4 incompletions to seal the win. Auburn were led by QB Nick Marshall (15-22-254-2), RB Cameron Artis-Payne (27-138-1) and WR Sammie Coates (5-122-1). Ole Miss also featured QB Bo Wallace (28-40-341-2 + 14-56-1) and WR Evan Engram (8-123-1) (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Nessler/Blackledge/Rowe, PAL)
08/11/14 - Notre Dame (31) @ (55) Arizona State - In a game of 2 halves, #9 ranked Arizona State built a big 1st half lead only for #10 ranked Notre Dame to fight-back in the 2nd half, but the Sun Devils held on for a big win. Arizona State forced 3 Irish turnovers in the 1st half and built a 34-10 lead at the break. But the Irish re-grouped and rattled off 21 unanswered points to start the 2nd half to pull within 3 points. Just as it looked like the Irish would complete the comeback, the Sun Devils re-found their Offense and Defense and sealed the win with the final 21 points of the game. The stars for Arizona State were QB Taylor Kelly (17-28-224-3), RB DJ Foster (21-120-0), WR's Cameron Smith (4-67-1) and Jaelen Strong (5-58-1) and a Defense that forced 5 turnovers and 7 sacks. Notre Dame were led by QB Everett Golson (22-41-446-2) and WR William Fuller (6-95-1) (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - McDonough/Spielman/McShay, PAL)
08/11/14 - Ohio State (49) @ (37) Michigan State - #14 ranked Ohio State claimed a measure of revenge for their loss to the Spartans in the 2013 Big-10 Championship game with a big win in East Lansing. After a slow start, the Buckeyes found their rhythm in the 2nd quarter and used big plays in the passing game to take a 28-21 lead in at the break and protected that lead in the 2nd half to take the win. The Buckeyes rolled up 568 yards of Total Offense and had a 300 yard passer, 100 yard rusher and a 100 yard receiver in the same game for the 1st time since 2006. Ohio State were led by QB JT Barrett (16-26-300-3 + 14-86-2), RB Ezekiel Elliott (23-154-2) and WR Devin Smith (6-129-1). Michigan State featured QB Connor Cook (25-45-358-2), RB Jeremy Langford (18-137-3) and WR Macgarrett Kings Jr (5-79-0). Coverage includes Gameday Live (10, Last 3:30 of the 2nd quarter taken from next-day re-broadcast - missing 2 kick-offs but no scoring, 3 Discs, ESPN - Fowler/Herbstreit/Cox, PAL)
08/11/14 - Texas A&M (41) @ (38) Auburn - Unranked Texas A&M upset #3 ranked Auburn and ended the Tigers 14 game home unbeaten streak. The Aggies exploded in the 2nd quarter to take a 35-17 lead in at the half, then held off a 2nd half comeback by the Tigers to take the win. The victory was secured when Auburn fumbled at the A&M 28 yard line with 54 seconds left to play. Texas A&M were led by QB Kyle Allen (19-29-277-4), RB's Brandon Williams (12-68-0) and Trey Williams (10-64-0) + WR Malcome Kennedy (4-118-1). Auburn were led by QB Nick Marshall (15-21-219-1), RB Cameron Artis-Payne (30-221-2) and WR Quan Bray (6-65-1) (10, Next day re-broadcast with occasional edited huddles + missing action in the 2nd quarter between 13:29 and 13:00 and 4:14 and 1:03 and in the 3rd quarter between 10:49 and 5:29 - No scoring missed, 2 Discs, CBS - Blackburn/Taylor/Erdahl, PAL)
08/11/14 - Oregon (51) @ (27) Utah - #4 ranked Oregon clinched the PAC-12 North title with a hard-fought win in Salt Lake City. The Ducks exploded for 24 points in the 2nd quarter to take a 24-7 lead in at the half, and finished the game off with the final 21 points of the 4th quarter for the victory. The game turned on a bizarre 2nd quarter play where Utah receiver Kaelin Clay (5-152-0) thought he had scored on a 78 yard catch and run but he dropped the ball before the goal-line with a premature celebration. Oregon alertly picked the ball up and ran 100 yards the opposite direction for the game-tieing TD, turning a potential 14-0 deficit into a 7-7 game. Oregon were led by QB Marcus Mariota (17-29-239-3 + 18-114-1), RB Royce Freeman (15-99-1) and WR Byron Marshall (6-56-0). Utah also featured QB's Travis Wilson (18-28-297-2) and Kendal Thompson (4-5-23-0) and RB Devontae Booker (18-65-0) (10, Next day re-broadcast with occasional edited huddles and missing action in the 1st quarter between 8:02 and 5:33 - No scoring missed, ESPN - Nessler/Blackledge/Rowe, PAL)
13/11/14 - California (30) @ (38) USC - USC extended their win streak over Cal to 11 games with a tight win in Los Angeles. The Trojans owned the 1st half, taking a 31-9 lead in at the break, but the Bears roared back by out-scoring USC 21-7 in the 2nd half only for the comeback to fall short after USC recovered an on-side kick in the final 2 minutes. USC were led by big games from QB Cody Kessler (31-42-371-4) and WR Nelson Agholor (16-216-2). Cal were led by QB Jared Goff (29-47-279-3), RB Daniel lasco (19-86-1) and WR Kenny Lawler (8-86-0) (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Davis/Palmer/Pollack/Ponder, PAL)
15/11/14 - Nebraska (24) @ (59) Wisconsin - On a cold and snowy day in Madison, #20 ranked Wisconsin upset #16 ranked Nebraska thanks to a record-setting day from their Offense. The Badgers put up 627 yards of Total Offense including an FBS single-game rushing yards record 408 yards from RB Melvin Gordon (25-408-4). The Cornhuskers actually led 17-3 early in the 2nd quarter before the Badgers scored 56 unanswered points to take the win. The Badgers Defense also played a part, forcing 5 turnovers and 4 sacks. Wisconsin also featured QB Joel Stave (7-11-46-1) and LB Marcus Trotter (12 tackles, 1 sack, 1 fumble recovery). Nebraska were led by QB Tommy Armstrong Jr (6-18-62-1 + 20-17-1) and RB Ameer Abdullah (18-69-0) (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - McDonough/Spielman/McShay, PAL)
15/11/14 - Arizona State (27) @ (35) Oregon State - Unranked Oregon State used a big-play Offense and a timely Defensive score to upset #6 ranked Arizona State. The Beavers had TD runs of 78 and 66 yards and a 35 yard Interception return TD in the final 2 minutes to seal the win. The Sun Devils led 24-14 at the half but the Beavers out-scored Arizona State 23-3 in the 2nd half to end a 4 game losing streak. Oregon State were led by QB Sean Mannion (19-33-251-2), RB's Terron ward (19-148-1) and Storm Woods (11-125-1) and WR Jordan Villamin (4-127-1). Arizona State were led by QB Taylor Kelly (22-44-264-2), RB DJ Foster (14-51-0) and WR Jaelen Strong (9-103-0) (10, 1st quarter taken from a next-day re-broadcast, 2 Discs, ESPN - Jones/Gilmore/Mendoza, PAL)
15/11/14 - Florida State (30) @ (26) Miami - #3 ranked Florida State kept their unbeaten season going with a comeback win against their big rivals. A record-setting crowd saw the 'Canes race out to a 16-0 lead in the 2nd quarter and a 23-10 lead at the half, but the Seminoles re-grouped and out-scored Miami 20-3 in the 2nd half to take the win. Florida State were led by QB Jameis Winston (25-42-304-1), RB Dalvin Cook (7-92-2) and WR Travis Rudolph (4-65-0). Miami were led by QB Brad Kaaya (16-34-316-2), RB Duke Johnson (27-130-1) and WR Clive Walford (4-127-1) (10, Next day re-broadcast with occasional edited huddles, 2 Discs, ESPN - Fowler/Herbstreit/Cox, PAL)
15/11/14 - Northwestern (43) @ (40) Notre Dame - Northwestern ended a 4 game losing streak with a big win over #18 ranked Notre Dame in South Bend. In a game of swings, Notre Dame owned the 1st and 3rd quarters and Northwestern the 2nd and 4th quarters but needed a 45 yard FG with 19 seconds left to force overtime. The Irish missed their FG in overtime but the Wildcats nailed their's to take the win. Northwestern were led by QB Trevor Siemian (30-48-284-1), RB Justin Jackson (23-149-1) and WR's Cameron Dickerson (6-97-0) and Kyle Prater (10-81-1). Notre Dame featured QB Everett Golson (21-40-287-3 + 10-78-1), RB Tarean Folston (20-106-1) and WR William Fuller (9-159-3) (10, 2 Discs, NBC - Hicks/Flutie/Tappen, NTSC)
15/11/14 - Oklahoma (42) @ (30) Texas Tech - Oklahoma turned around a big 2nd half deficit to give Texas Tech their 3rd straight loss. The Red Raiders used a big Defensive effort to build a 21-7 deficit in the 3rd quarter before the Sooners went to the running game and out-scored Tech 35-3 the rest of the way. Oklahoma were led by QB Cody Thomas (10-20-133-1 + 8-103-1), RB Samaje Perrine (25-213-3) and WR Durron Neal (4-57-1). Texas Tech featured QB Patrick Mahomes (27-50-393-4), RB DeAndre Washington (12-56-0) and WR's Ian Sadler (4-89-1) and Devin Lauderdale (5-83-1) (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Wischusen/Millen/Kessenich, NTSC)
22/11/14 - Washington State (31) @ (52) Arizona State - #13 ranked Arizona State used a big 2nd half to finally put away the visiting Cougars. Washington State had a big 1st half and led 24-21 at the break, but the Sun Devils scored 31 unanswered points in the 2nd half to take the win. The stars for Arizona State were QB Taylor Kelly (15-25-232-4) in his last home game, RB DJ Foster (15-96-3) and WR Cameron Smith (6-131-2). Washington State were led by QB Luke Falk (45-74-601-3), in his 2nd career start, RB Jamal Morrow (10-37-0) and WR's Vince Mayle (15-252-0) and Isiah Myers (7-111-1) (10, 2 Discs, PAC 12 Network - Calabro/Roth/Johnson, NTSC)
22/11/14 - Kansas (7) @ (44) Oklahoma - At a rainy Memorial Stadium in Norman, Oklahoma RB Samaje Perine put up a record-setting performance to help the #21 ranked Sooners to a big win. Perine (34-427-5) set the NCAA record for single game rushing yards, breaking the record set 7 days earlier by Melvin Gordon of Wisconsin. Oklahoma dominated the game, taking a 24 -0 lead in at the half and held Kansas to 103 yards of total Offense. The Jayhawks only TD came on a 63 yard fumble recovery return. Oklahoma also featured QB Cody Thomas (3-13-39-0). Kansas featured QB Michael Cummings (8-22-84-0) (8, Downloaded from the internet, 1 Disc, FOX - Bolerjack/Nece, PAL)
22/11/14 - Yale (24) @ (31) Harvard - The 131st playing of "The Game" also set out to crown the Ivy League Champion as, with a win, either team could claim the title. Harvard dominated the game for 3 quarters and led 24-7 at the start of the 4th quarter, but Yale reeled off 17 unanswered points to tie the game with 3:44 left. Harvard strung together 1 last drive and, with 55 seconds left, won the game on a 35 yard TD pass. With the win Harvard completed an unbeaten season (10-0). Harvard featured QB Connor Hempel (18-28-191-1), RB Paul Stanton (22-109-1), WR Andrew Fischer (8-149-2), DL Zack Hodges (6 tackles, 2 sacks, 3 tackles for a loss) and DB Norman Hayes (13 tackles). Yale featured QB Morgan Roberts (26-48-305-1), RB Tyler Varga (30-127-2) and WR Grant Wallace (10-127-0) (9, Downloaded from the internet, 1 Disc, NBC - Moss/Tucker/Manno, NTSC)
22/11/14 - Texas Tech (34) @ (31) Iowa State - Texas Tech ended their 3 game losing streak with a tight win in Ames, Iowa. After a back-and-forth game, Texas Tech needed a 75 yard TD drive in the 4th quarter to put themselves in front with 4:07 remaining, then used a big Defensive stop to seal the win. Texas Tech were led by QB Patrick Mahomes (23-35-328-4), RB DeAndre Washington (20-186-1) and WR's Ian Sadler (5-65-0) and Devin Lauderdale (2-95-2). Iowa State were led by QB Sam B Richardson (24-38-304-2), RB Aaron Wimberly (19-102-2) and WR Tad Ecby (2-100-0) (10, 2 Discs, FOX - Burke/Leber/Steckel, NTSC)
22/11/14 - USC (20) @ (38) UCLA - #9 ranked UCLA extended their win streak against the #19 ranked Trojans to 3 games with a dominating win in the Rose Bowl. After USC opened the scoring with an Interception returned for a TD, UCLA out-scored the Trojans 38-7 up to the 4th quarter, with USC adding a late TD to make the score more respectable. UCLA were led by QB Brett Hundley (22-31-326-3), RB Paul Perkins (24-93-1) and WR Devin Fuller (5-63-0). USC were led by QB Cody Kessler (22-34-214-1), RB Javorius Allen (14-60-1) and WR JuJu Smith (4-79-0) (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Nessler/Blackledge/Rowe, PAL)
28/11/14 - Western Kentucky (67) @ (66) Marshall - In a sensational shootout, Western Kentucky upset #24 Marshall and ended the Thundering Herd's unbeaten season. Both teams battled into Overtime where the Hilltoppers converted a 2 point play after their TD to win the game. The stars for Western Kentucky were QB Brandon Doughty (34-50-491-8), RB Leon Allen (33-237-1) and WR's Taywan Taylor (4-122-1) and Jared Dangerfield (8-117-2). Marshall were led by QB Rakeem Cato (29-46-417-7), RB Steward Butler (24-233-2) and WR's Davonte Allen (6-141-2) and Tommy Shuler (10-132-1) (10, 2 Discs, FOX - Sutton/Wire, NTSC)
29/11/14 - Georgia Tech (30) @ (24) Georgia - In the 1st ever Overtime game in Sanford Stadium, the #16 ranked Yellow Jackets upset #9 Georgia. Both teams were evenly matched, with the game tied at 7-7 at the half. The 2nd half was also tight, with Georgia Tech needing a 53 yard FG on the last play of the game to force Overtime. Once in the extra-period, the Yellow Jackets scored first then intercepted the Georgia QB to clinch the win. Georgia Tech were led by QB Justin Thomas (6-16-64-1 + 12-34-0) and RB's Zach Laskey (26-140-3) and Synjyn Days (16-94-0). Georgia featured QB Hutson Mason (18-28-194-1), RB Nick Chubb (25-129-1) and WR Malcolm Mitchell (7-56-1) (10, Next day re-broadcast with occasional edited huddles + missing action in the 1st quarter between 10:57 and 2:26 - No scoring missed, 2 Discs, ESPN - Neal/Ware/Rutledge, PAL)
29/11/14 - Mississippi State (17) @ (31) Mississippi - #19 ranked Ole Miss ended #4 ranked Mississippi State's playoff hopes with a big win in the "Egg Bowl". The Rebels dominated the game, breaking open a tight 7-3 game at the half by out-scoring the Bulldogs 17-7 in the 3rd quarter to build an unassailable lead. Ole Miss used big plays to finish off State, scoring on a 91 yard TD run and a 31 yard half-back pass. The Rebels were led by QB Bo Wallace (13-30-296-0), RB Jaylen Walton (14-148-1) and WR Evan Engram (5-176-0). The Bulldogs featured QB Dak Prescott (22-37-282-1 + 24-48-1), RB Ashton Shumpert (10-68-0) and WR De'Runnya Wilson (8-117-1) (10, No Half-Time, 2 Discs, CBS - Lundquist/Danielson/LaForce, PAL)
29/11/14 - Baylor (48) @ (46) Texas Tech - In a shootout in Arlington, the #7 ranked Baylor Bears survived a furious fight-back by the Red Raiders to stay in the hunt for a College Football Playoff spot. A back-and-forth 1st half saw Baylor lead 28-17 at the half. Baylor then took control in the 3rd quarter before QB Bryce Petty (18-25-210-2) left the game with a concussion. Texas Tech re-took the initiative and scored 20 unanswered points to get back into the game. With Baylor leading 48-40 with 3:44 left, Texas Tech responded with a 40 yard TD pass to pull within 2 points. Baylor held on the 2 point play then recovered the on-side kick before running out the clock and taking the win. Baylor also featured back-up QB Seth Russell (8-17-82-1), RB Shock Linwood (24-158-2) and WR Corey Coleman (6-57-1). Texas Tech were led by QB Patrick Mahomes (30-56-598-6), RB DeAndre Washington (15-65-0) and WR's Jakeem Grant (5-155-1) and Bradley Marquez (6-130-3) (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Jones/Gilmore/Mendoza, NTSC)
29/11/14 - Auburn (44) @ (55) Alabama - In the highest scoring Iron Bowl ever, Alabama came back from a 12 point deficit in the 3rd quarter to keep their playoff hopes alive. Auburn started fast and held a 33-21 lead at 11:02 in the 3rd quarter, but Alabama and their QB Blake Sims (20-27-312-4) suddenly found their rhythm and outscored the Tigers 34-3 until the final 20 seconds of the game. Alabama WR Amari Cooper (13-224-3) boosted his Heisman Trophy credentials by setting and Iron Bowl record for receiving yards. Alabama also featured RB TJ Yeldon (19-127-2). Auburn were led by QB Nick Marshall (27-43-456-3 + 13-49-0), RB Cameron Artis-Payne (25-77-0) and WR Sammie Coates (5-206-2). Coverage includes Gameday Live and Gameday Final (10, 4 Discs, ESPN - Musberger/Palmer/Taylor, PAL)
29/11/14 - Oregon (47) @ (19) Oregon State - #2 ranked Oregon warmed up for the PAC-12 title game with a dominating win over their big rivals, Oregon State. Led by Heisman-hopeful QB Marcus Mariota (19-25-367-4 + 10-39-2), the Ducks took a 30-3 lead in at the half and coasted home in the 2nd half. Oregon also featured RB Royce Freeman (22-135-0) and WR Byron Marshall (6-131-1). Oregon State were led by QB Sean Mannion (19-39-162-1) and RB Storm Woods (22-128-1 + 6-58-0). 5 days after the game, Oregon State coach Mike Riley left to take the Nebraska job (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Nessler/Blackledge/Rowe, PAL)
04/12/14 - Central Florida (32) @ (30) East Carolina - With a sensational finish in Greenville, UCF claimed a share of the American Athletic Conference title. The Knights looked in control at the start of the 4th quarter with a 26-9 lead, but the Pirates fought back with 21 unanswered points to take a 30-26 lead with 2:17 left. The Knights had 1 last chance, and on the final play UCF QB Justin Holman (20-33-274-1) threw a 51 yard "Hail Mary" TD pass to sensationally win the game. UCF also featured RB William Stanback (24-101-2) and WR Breshad Perriman (4-139-1). East Carolina were led by QB Shane Carden (36-48-397-3) and WR Justin Hardy (12-140-1) (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Davis/Palmer/Pollack/Ponder, PAL)
06/12/14 - Kansas State (27) @ (38) Baylor - The #6 ranked Bears claimed a share of the Big-12 title for the 2nd year in a row with a comfortable home win against the #9 ranked Wildcats. Both teams were evenly matched but Baylor never trailed in the game, leading 24-14 lead at the half and holding off the Wildcats in the 2nd half. Baylor were led by QB Bryce Petty (34-40-412-1), RB Shock Linwood (18-91-1) and WR Antwan Goodley (9-116-1). The Wildcats were led by QB Jake Waters (22-27-300-2 + 20-31-0), RB Charles Jones (13-45-1) and WR Tyler Lockett (14-158-1). Coverage includes Gameday Live and the inaugural College Football Playoff Selection Show (10, Missing action in the 1st quarter between 6:26 and 4:11 as ESPN switches to start of ACC Championship - No scoring missed, 4 Discs, ESPN - Nessler/Blackledge/Rowe, PAL)
06/12/14 - Florida State (37) v (35) Georgia Tech - #4 ranked Florida State won their 3rd straight ACC title, completed another unbeaten season and extended their win streak to 29 games with a big win in Charlotte. Both teams were evenly matched in the 1st half, with the Seminoles holding a 28-21 lead at the break. The 2nd half was also tight, but Florida State held on to take the win and a spot in the College Football Playoff. Florida State were led by QB Jameis Winston (21-30-309-3), RB Dalvin Cook (31-177-1) and WR Rashad Greene (7-123-2). The Yellow Jackets were led by QB Justin Thomas (8-14-134-1 + 11-104-0) and RB Synjyn Days (19-67-3). Georgia Tech rushed the ball 59 times for 331 yards (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Fowler/Herbstreit/Taylor, PAL)
20/12/14 - Camellia Bowl - South Alabama (28) v (33) Bowling Green - In their 1st ever Bowl game, the Jaguars nearly pulled off the upset, but the Falcons broke their hearts with a late TD to take the win. South Alabama came back from a 20-7 deficit at the half to take a 28-27 lead with 1:04 left in the game. But Bowling Green stunned the Jaguars with a 78 yard TD pass to re-take the lead, then held on for the victory. Bowling Green were led by QB James Knapke (25-39-368-2), RB Fred Coppet (16-70-0) and WR's Roger Lewis (4-137-2) and Gehrig Dieter (7-108-0). South Alabama were led by QB Brandon Bridge (20-37-279-1 + 16-41-1), RB Kendall Houston (5-53-1) and WR Danny Woodson (6-122-0) (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - La Mont/Galloway/Carcaterra, PAL)
22/12/14 - Miami Beach Bowl - BYU (48) v (55) Memphis - In the inaugural Miami Beach Bowl, Memphis completed a memorable season with a 2 Overtime win. Both teams were evenly matched, putting up over 900 yards of total Offense while the Defense's combined to force 9 turnovers. Memphis needed a TD pass with 45 seconds left to force overtime, and after both teams had kicked a FG, Memphis started the 2nd overtime with a TD. The Tigers Defense then intercepted BYU to claim the win. After the turnover, both teams got into a huge fight on the field. Memphis were led by MVP QB Paxton Lynch (24-46-306-4 + 13-38-3), RB Brandon Hayes (22-49-0) and WR Keiwone Malone (6-75-2). BYU were led by QB Christian Stewart (23-48-348-3), RB Algernon Brown (19-79-0) and WR Mitch Matthews (9-82-1) (9, 2 Discs, ESPN - Flemming/Kanell/Williams, PAL)
24/12/14 - Bahamas Bowl - Central Michigan (48) v (49) Western Kentucky - In a shootout in the inaugural Bahamas Bowl, the Hilltoppers survived a wild 4th quarter to win. Western Kentucky dominated the opening 3 quarters and led 49-14 at the start of the 4th quarter. But the Chippewas suddenly found their Offensive rhythm and reeled of 34 unanswered points, with the final TD coming on the last play of the game, a 75 yarder that included 5 laterals. The Chippewas went for the win with the 2 point PAT but the pass was broken up and the Hilltoppers held on for the win. Central Michigan were led by QB Cooper Rush (28-45-493-6 + 8-26-0), RB Martez Walker (9-68-0) and WR's Titus Davis (6-137-3) and Jesse Kroll (4-109-0). Western Kentucky were led by QB Brandon Doughty (31-42-486-5), RB Anthony Wales (14-95-1) and Willie McNeal (5-155-1) (9, Next day re-broadcast with occasional edited huddles and missing action in 1st quarter between 8:07 and 5:41 and in the 3rd quarter between 6:36 and 1:19 - No scoring missed, 2 Discs, ESPN - Levy/Holtz/May/Rutledge, PAL)
24/12/14 - Hawaii Bowl - Fresno State (6) v (30) Rice - Rice ended the season in winning form, turning around an 0-3 start to the season to claim their 2nd bowl win in 3 years. The Owls took a 16-6 lead in at the half, then held the Bulldogs scoreless in the 2nd half to take the win. The Owls Offense was led by MVP QB Driphus Jackson (15-24-318-3 + 13-41-0), RB Jowan Davis (13-46-0) and WR Dennis Parks (5-109-1) while the Defense forced 2 turnovers and 4 sacks. Fresno State were led by QB's Brian Burrell (10-20-44-2) and Zack Greenlee (7-18-49-0) and RB's Marteze Waller (15-76-0) and Josh Quezada (12-52-0) (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Bestwick/Gilmore/Rowe, PAL)
26/12/14 - St.Petersburg Bowl - North Carolina State (34) v (27) Central Florida - NC State completed their turnaround from a 3-9 season in 2013 to an 8-5 season in 2014 with a big win over the AAC co-champions. The star for the Wolfpack was QB Jacoby Brissett (15-26-262-1) who led his team to a 24-10 lead in the 3rd quarter which his team defended to the end, despite a 4th quarter comeback by the Golden Knights. NC State also featured RB's Shadrach Thornton (17-96-0) and Matt Dayes (13-78-2). UCF were led by QB Justin Holman (23-53-291-3), RB William Stanback (12-38-0) and WR Breshad Perriman (9-138-0) (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Amin/Congemi/Hartung, PAL)
27/12/14 - Pinstripe Bowl - Boston College (30) v (31) Penn State - Penn State celebrated their 1st Bowl game since 2012 with an overtime win in New York. Both teams played to their strengths with Penn State passing for 371 yards and Boston College rushing for 285 yards. The hero for Penn State was kicker Sam Ficken (in his final game), who kicked a 45 yard FG with 20 seconds left in the game to force overtime, then kicked the game-winning PAT in overtime to ensure victory for the Nittany Lions. Penn State were led by QB Christian Hackenberg (34-50-371-4), RB Akeel Lynch (17-75-0) and WR's Chris Godwin (7-140-1) and Geno Lewis (7-82-1). Boston College were led by QB Tyler Murphy (11-19-97-2 + 11-105-1), RB Jon Hiliman (25-148-1) and WR Shakim Phillips (3-40-1) (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Wischusen/Millen/Kessenich, PAL)
27/12/14 - Holiday Bowl - USC (45) V (42) Nebraska - In a shootout in San Diego, USC survived a last play "Hail Mary" to win the game. Led by QB Cody Kessler (23-39-321-3), USC ran out to a 45-27 lead in the 3rd quarter, only for Nebraska to score 15 unanswered points to pull within 2 points with 6:52 left. But USC held on with great Defense to take the win. USC DB Adoree' Jackson, who scored on a 98 yard Kick-Off return TD and a 71 yard TD catch, was voted the game's MVP. USC also featured RB Javorius Allen (26-152-2) and WR Nelson Agholor (7-90-1). Nebraska were led by QB Tommy Armstrong Jr. (32-51-381-3), RB Ameer Abdullah (27-88-1) and WR De'Mornay Pierson-El (8-102-1) (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Davis/Palmer/Pollack/Ponder, PAL)
29/12/14 - Liberty Bowl - Texas A&M (45) V (37) West Virginia - Texas A&M overcame a 1st half deficit to win a shootout in Memphis. West Virginia, led by QB Skyler Howard (20-45-346-3 + 10-33-0), in his 2nd career start, gave the Mountaineers a 20-14 lead at the half, but the Aggies out-scored West Virginia 17-10 in the 2nd half to take the win. Texas A&M were led by QB Kyle Allen (22-35-294-4), RB's Trey Williams (11-86-1) and Tra Carson (25-133-0) and WR Malcolme Kennedy (7-82-2). West Virginia also featured RB Wendell Smallwood (8-77-0) and WR Kevin White (7-129-1) (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Matvick/Becht/Davenport, PAL)
29/12/14 - Russell Athletic Bowl - Oklahoma (6) v (40) Clemson - #17 ranked Clemson shocked Oklahoma in Orlando, giving Sooners coach Bob Stoops his 2nd worst loss ever at Oklahoma. The Tigers scored the first 40 points of the game, only allowing the Sooners a score with 6:57 left in the game. The Tigers were led on Offense by QB Cole Stoudt (26-36-319-3), in his final college game, RB Wayne Gallman (19-55-0) and WR's Artavis Scott (8-114-1) and Mike Williams (9-112-1), and by a Defense that forced 5 turnovers, 9 tackles for a loss and an Interception return for a TD. Oklahoma were led by QB Trevor Knight (17-37-103-0), RB Samaje Perine (23-134-0) and WR Michiah Quick (7-46-0) (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Patrick/Cunningham/Edwards, PAL)
29/12/14 - Texas Bowl - Arkansas (31) v (7) Texas - In a battle between 2 old SWC foes, it was Arkansas that came away with a dominant win. Arkansas rolled up 351 yards of total Offense and held Texas to just 59 yards of total Offense. The Razorbacks led 24-7 at the half and held Texas scoreless the rest of the way. Arkansas were led by QB Brandon Allen (12-23-160-2), RB's Jonathan Williams (23-105-1) and Alex Collins (17-76-0) and WR Keon Hatcher (4-41-1). Texas were led by QB Tyrone Swoopes (13-25-57-0), RB Malcom Brown (7-25-0) and WR John Harris (4-36-0) (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Pasch/Griese/Luginbill, PAL)
30/12/14 - Music City Bowl - Notre Dame (31) v (28) LSU - Notre Dame ended their season on a high, beating #23 ranked LSU in Nashville. LSU had a host of big plays (a 100 yard kick-off return TD, an 89 yard TD run, a 75 yard TD pass) but Notre Dame had the ball last and kicked a 32 yard FG on the game's final play to take the win. Notre Dame were led by QB's Malik Zaire (12-15-96-1) and Everett Golson (6-11-90-0) + WR William Fuller (5-57-1). LSU were led by QB Anthony Jennings (7-14-151-1), RB Leonard Fournette (11-143-2) and WR John Diarse (2-76-1) (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Jones/Gilmore/Mendoza, PAL)
31/12/14 - Fiesta Bowl - Boise State (38) v (30) Arizona - #20 ranked Boise State continued their love affair with the Fiesta Bowl, upsetting #10 ranked Arizona. The Broncos started fast and held a 21-7 lead at the end of the 1st quarter. The Wildcats tried to get back in the game but couldn't close the gap and the Broncos held on for the win. Boise State were led by QB Grant Hedrick (24-34-309-1 + 8-29-0), RB Jay Ajayi (22-134-3) and WR Thomas Sperbeck (12-199-0). Arizona were led by QB Anu Solomon (28-49-335-1), RB's Nick Wilson (19-86-1) and Terris Jones-Grigsby (14-39-0) + WR Cayleb Jones (8-117-0) (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - McDonough/Spielman/McShay, PAL)
31/12/14 - Orange Bowl - Mississippi State (34) v (49) Georgia Tech - #12 ranked Georgia Tech claimed their first Orange Bowl win in 63 years with a dominating performance against #7 ranked Mississippi State. The Yellow Jackets rushed for an Orange Bowl record 452 yards while both teams combined for 1,182 yards of total Offense. Georgia Tech held a tight 21-20 lead at the half, but scored 21 unanswered points in the 3rd quarter to blow the game open. Georgia Tech were led by QB Justin Thomas (7-12-125-1 + 14-121-3), RB Synjyn Days (21-171-3) and WR Darren Waller (5-114-1). Mississippi State were led by a career passing day from QB Dak Prescott (33-51-453-3 + 15-47-1), RB Josh Robinson (13-75-0) and WR's Joe Morrow (6-117-0) and De'Runnya Wilson (9-105-2) (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Musberger/Taylor/Palmer, PAL)
01/01/15 - Outback Bowl - Auburn (31) v (34) Wisconsin - #18 ranked Wisconsin overcame #19 ranked Auburn in overtime to give stand-in head coach Barry Alvarez his 9th Bowl victory. Both teams were evenly matched, with Wisconsin holding a 21-17 lead at the half. Auburn fought back to a take a 31-28 lead late in the game but Wisconsin kicked a 29 yard FG to force overtime with 7 seconds left. In overtime, the Badgers made their FG while Auburn missed their's and Wisconsin celebrated the win. The Badgers were led by QB Joel Stave (14-27-121-1), RB Melvin Gordon (34-251-3), in his final game, and WR Alex Erickson (4-38-0). Auburn were led by QB Nick Marshall (15-22-217-2), RB Cameron Artis-Payne (26-126-2) and WR Quan Bray (5-63-0) (9, Next day re-broadcast with occasional edited huddles and missing action in the 1st quarter between 11:10 and 5:58 - No scoring missed, 2 Discs, ESPN - Wischusen/Millen/Kessenich, PAL)
01/01/15 - Cotton Bowl - Michigan State (42) v (41) Baylor - In a shootout in Arlington, #8 Michigan State staged a remarkable comeback to upset #5 ranked Baylor. The Spartans looked finished when the Bears took a 41-21 lead into the 4th quarter, but Michigan State scored 21 unanswered points, including the game-winning TD pass with 17 seconds left, to take the win. Michigan State were led by QB Connor Cook (24-42-314-2), RB Jeremy Langford (27-162-3) and WR Keith Mumphrey (4-87-1). Baylor were led by a big game from QB Bryce Petty (36-51-550-3), RB Shock Linwood (11-26-0) and WR's KD Cannon (8-197-2) and Corey Coleman (7-150-1) (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Pasch/Griese/Luginbill, PAL)
01/01/15 - Rose Bowl - Oregon (59) v (20) Florida State - In the 1st game of the College Football Playoff era, #2 ranked Oregon sensationally knocked out #3 Florida State and booked their place in the National Championship game. A tight 1st half ended with the Ducks leading 18-13, but Oregon out-scored Florida State 41-7 in the 2nd half to end the Seminoles unbeaten win streak at 29 games. Oregon were led by QB Marcus Mariota (26-36-338-2 + 8-62-1), RB Thomas Tyner (13-124-2), WR Darren Carrington (7-165-2) and a Defense that forced 5 turnovers and scored on a 58 yard Fumble Return. Florida State were led by QB Jameis Winston (29-45-348-1), in his final college game, RB Dalvin Cook (15-103-0) and WR Travis Rudolph (6-96-1). Coverage includes Gameday Live (10, 3 Discs, ESPN - Fowler/Herbstreit/Cox/Rinaldi, PAL)
01/01/15 - Sugar Bowl - Alabama (35) v (42) Ohio State - In a big upset, #4 ranked Ohio State knocked #1 ranked Alabama out of the National Championship game. The Buckeyes overturned a 21-20 deficit at the half by out-scoring the Crimson Tide 22-14 in the 2nd half to take the win. The stars for Ohio State were RB Ezekiel Elliott (20-230-2), who set a Sugar Bowl record for yardage, QB Cardale Jones (18-35-243-1) and WR Michael Thomas (7-66-1). Alabama were led by QB Blake Sims (22-36-247-2), RB Derrick Henry (13-95-1) and WR Amari Cooper (9-71-2) but were let down by a Defense that was torched for 537 yards (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Nessler/Blackledge/Rowe, PAL)
02/01/15 - Armed Forces Bowl - Houston (35) v (34) Pittsburgh - In a sensational comeback, Houston erased a 26 point deficit in the 4th quarter to win their 2nd Armed Forces Bowl. Pittsburgh dominated the first 3 quarters and held a 31-6 lead early in the 4th quarter and a 34-13 lead with 6:14 to go. But the Cougars suddenly found some Offense and momentum, recovering 2 onside kicks and scoring the final 22 points of the game including the game-winning TD and 2 point play with 59 seconds left to take the win. Houston were led by QB Greg Ward Jr. (15-24-274-3 + 14-92-0), RB Kenneth Farrow (22-103-2) and WR Deontay Greenberry (4-85-2). Pittsburgh were led by QB Chad Voytik (18-35-222-1), RB James Conner (21-90-2) and WR Tyler Boyd (9-112-0) (9, 2 Discs, ESPN - Hart/Stinchcomb/Mitts, PAL)
04/01/15 - GoDaddy Bowl - Toledo (63) v (44) Arkansas State - In a shootout in Mobile, Toledo held off Arkansas State thanks to big game from star RB Kareem Hunt. The Rockets built a 35-17 lead at the half and, despite a fight-back by the Red Wolves in the 2nd half, the Rockets held on to win. The star for Toledo was RB Kareem Hunt (32-271-5) who set a GoDaddy bowl yardage record. Toledo also featured QB Logan Woodside (21-27-176-0) and WR Alex Zmolik (6-47-0). Arkansas State were led by QB Fredi Knighten (23-31-403-5), RB Michael Gordon (10-36-0) and WR's Booker Mays (5-138-3) and JD McKissic (7-99-0) (10, 2 Discs, ESPN - Bestwick/Bentley/Kessenich, PAL)
College Football Playoff National Championship - Oregon (20) v (42) Ohio State - Ohio State won their 7th National Championship and the 1st ever College Football Playoff National Championship with a big win against the Ducks. The Buckeyes Defense shut-down the Ducks high-powered Offense while the Buckeyes run game, led by MVP RB Ezekiel Elliott (36-246-4), controlled the clock and the scoreboard. Ohio State led 21-10 at the half and closed out the game with the final 21 points of the 2nd half to take the win. Ohio State also featured on Offense QB Cardale Jones (16-23-242-1 + 21-38-1) and WR Michael Thomas (4-53-0), and on Defense DL Joey Bosa (2 tackles), LB Darron Lee (8 tackles) and DB Tyvis Powell (9 tackles). Oregon were led by QB Marcus Mariota (24-37-333-2 + 10-39-0), RB Thomas Tyner (12-62-0) and WR Byron Marshall (8-169-1) but were undone by its inability to sustain drives. Disc 1 is Gameday Live, Disc 2 is the Pre-Game, Discs 3 and 4 are the game (9, 4 Discs, ESPN - Fowler/Herbstreit/Cox/Rinaldi, PAL)