Jayhawks quiet critics with 24-21 win in Orange Bowl
No. 8 Kansas defeats Virginia Tech 24-21 in the Orange Bowl toCap a 12-1 season and lift the Jayhawks to a school record 12 victories. Aqib Talib earns MVP honors with a 60-yard interception return as Kansas uses defense and trick plays to overcome doubts about their schedule and big-game readiness.
Kansas Jayhawks claim Orange Bowl with upset of Hokies
Kansas (12-1) stunned No. 5 Virginia Tech 24-21 at Dolphin Stadium to cap a magical season. QB Todd Reesing led a decisive win as Aqib Talib added a 60-yard pick return. Critics had argued the schedule was soft, but the Jayhawks proved them wrong and earned Orange Bowl champs status.
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Belichick wins Coach of the Year after 16-0 season
Patriots owner Robert Kraft credits Bill Belichick with building a 16-0 team. Belichick earns AP NFL Coach of the Year for 2007, a second time after prior wins in 2003.
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Jaguars seek to upset Steelers in January playoff bid
Pittsburgh hosts Jacksonville in a wild card game as the Jaguars aim to continue their dominance over the Steelers. Jacksonville, led by Garrard, emphasizes a steelerslike, weatherproof approach while entering Heinz Field with 11-5 record and a recent three-game winning streak against Pittsburgh. The Steelers, despite injuries to Parker and others, remain wary of a repeat of home-ice playoff failures and face underdog odds in a frosty environment.
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