Oklahoma Tops Cowboys to Clinch Big 12 Title
Oklahoma defeats Oklahoma State 34 20 to crown the Big 12 champion as Baker Mayfield shines, Samaje Perine rushes for 239 yards, Dede Westbrook leaves with an injury after a big night, and fears remain about Sugar Bowl placement. Oklahoma State drops to 9 3 while still in CFP contention. Stoops credits resilience and notes possible playoff implications.
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Alabama Romps Past Florida In SEC Title Game
No. 1 Alabama routed No. 15 Florida 54-16 in Atlanta to claim the SEC championship and strengthen odds for a College Football Playoff berth. Nick Saban’s team jumped to a 16-9 lead, fended off early Gators pressure, and stretched the lead with a dominant second half. Alabama improved to 13-0 and kept title hopes alive for a second straight national crown. Next up looks to be a CFP semifinal at the Georgia Dome on Dec. 31.
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Holgorsen WVU extend contract through 2021 season
West Virginia University and coach Dana Holgorsen agreed to a contract extension that keeps him at the helm of the Mountaineers through the 2021 football season, according to a wire report. The deal cements continuity for WVU following a period of steady conference play and bowl appearances.
WVU extends Dana Holgorsen through 2021 on $18.6M package
West Virginia University athletics director Shane Lyons announced a five year contract extension for football coach Dana Holgorsen. The deal runs from 2017 through 2021, beginning January 1, worth 18.6 million dollars plus incentives, with 2017 salary at 3.5 million and final year at 4.0 million plus incentives. Holgorsen has led the Mountaineers to multiple 10 win seasons and has produced numerous All America players and NFL draftees.
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