USC dominates Michigan in Rose Bowl to stake claim on national title
No. 1 USC throttled No. 4 Michigan 28-14 in the Rose Bowl as Matt Leinart threw three TD passes and caught another. The victory strengthens USC’s case for the national championship, potentially without sharing the honor unless the Sugar Bowl winner is awarded the BCS title.
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Nothing mythical about USC as Trojans crush Michigan in Rose Bowl
In Pasadena 93,849 witnessed USC's demolition of Michigan 28-14 to crown the Trojans as the nation's best. Lloyd Carr concedes USC's top ranking under BCS rules, while AP voters remain free. Pete Carroll's squad asserts supremacy after halfback dominance and a decisive win in the Rose Bowl.
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Bowl results from the New Year bowls
On Wednesday January 1 Independence Bowl Arkansas defeated Missouri 27 to 14. San Francisco Bow and Boston College won 35 to 27 over Colorado State. On Thursday January 1 Outback Bowl Iowa edged Florida 37 to 17. Gator Bowl Maryland defeated West Virginia 41 to 7. Capital One Bowl Georgia beat Purdue 34 to 27 in OT. Rose Bowl Southern Cal over Michigan 28 to 14. Orange Bowl Miami 16 by Florida State 14.
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OU loss blueprint or fluke after Kansas State defeat
New Orleans reports that Mark Clayton says Oklahoma fans dropped off the bandwagon after a 35-7 loss to Kansas State. He notes disbelief at the blowout and hopes fans return for Sunday night as the team regroups. The Sooners face questions about whether the defeat was a one time setback or indicative of larger issues.
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Texas Longhorns 2003 season review and Vince Young rise
The 2003 Texas football campaign finished 10-3 with a heavy focus on Vince Young’s emergence at quarterback. A season marked by an Arkansas loss media boycott and Cedric Benson suspension included reshuffled quarterback rotation and lingering questions about Benson Mock and Derrick Johnson for 2004.
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Parcells urges Cowboys to value playoff chances
Dallas coach Bill Parcells berated a young Cowboys squad for immaturity as they head into the playoffs. He reminded players that Saturday's game at Carolina is a rare chance they must not take for granted, urging veterans to set the example.
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