WVU Ends Bowl Drought With 49-38 Music City Bowl Win
Observations from Nashville note West Virginia’s 49-38 victory over Ole Miss in the Music City Bowl, ending 16 years and eight straight bowl defeats. The piece recalls WVU’s bowl history, Wes Ours’ 40 yard TD catch for WVU’s first bowl lead since 1993, and Khori Ivy’s record 40th consecutive game reception, adding two TDs in the win.
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Suggs to the Rescue Leads Hokies Versus Clemson in Gator Bowl
Virginia Tech sophomore running back Lee Suggs emerged as a key source of offense after injuries sidelined receivers and Michael Vick. Suggs rushed for 1207 yards and 27 touchdowns this season, setting Tech's single season rushing TD record, as No. 6 Tech faces No. 16 Clemson in the Gator Bowl in Jacksonville.
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Dolphins edge Colts in OT to reach next round
Lamar Smith set an NFL playoff record with 40 carries for 209 yards and scored the overtime winner as the Miami Dolphins defeated the Indianapolis Colts 23 17. Jay Fiedler rallied from three first half picks for a late fourth quarter tying drive and Jed Weaver’s nine yard TD catch. Mora 65 oldest active NFL coach.
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Clemson Bowden Sees Progress As Gator Bowl Tests Hokies
Clemson coach Tommy Bowden hopes the Gator Bowl marks further progress after a 20 point loss at Virginia Tech last season. He emphasizes rapid program growth from three wins to nine and a Top 25 finish, while Virginia Tech coach Frank Beamer lauds Clemson as a strong bowl foe led by Woody Dantzler and Virginia Tech QB Michael Vick.
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Groh Leaves Jets for Virginia Coach Job
Al Groh resigns after one NFL season with the New York Jets to replace George Welsh at Virginia. He cites heart and long-term stability, with Virginia confirming a Jan 5 introduction. Groh has a 12-year NFL assistant background and prior college head coaching at Wake Forest.
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