Memorable Georgia Alabama showdown opens coaching era
Georgia upset No 5 Alabama to ruin Bear Bryant’s undefeated season as Vince Dooley began his second year. The decisive flea flicker featured Kirby Moore, Pat Hodgson, and Bob Taylor on a 76 yard TD. Alabama later surged but Georgia claimed a pivotal win shaping future SEC success.
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Georgia Beats Alabama in Dramatic SEC Title Finish
Oct 2 1976 Georgia shut out Alabama late in the first half and built a lead before Alabama rallied. Ray Goff and Matt Robinson led the Bulldogs while quarterback Jeff Rutledge directed the Tide. Robinson scored on a run and threw a scoring pass, the Tide won 41 30 but Georgia nearly tied on a final drive.
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Alabama Georgia clash peaks in national title showdown
The Alabama Georgia rivalry, dating to 1895, returns with a national title on the line as Nick Saban faces former boss Kirby Smart. The series leads 38-25-4 for Alabama, with high stakes and yearlong anticipation surrounding the Mercedes-Benz Stadium matchup.
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College Football Playoff withstands criticism despite calls for changes
CFP executive director Bill Hancock defends the playoff structure amid blowback over exclusion of Big Ten and Ohio State. He notes the plan relies on long-term foundations, with a 12-year ESPN contract locking in the system and limiting rapid expansion while BCS debates previously spurred changes.
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Browns notes QB draft field expands with top pick
The Browns eye signals in 2018 with No 1 choice and consider UCLA’s Rosen and USC’s Darnold as top passer prospects. Also listed are Wyoming’s Allen and Oklahoma’s Mayfield, while Hue Jackson pushes talent acquisition amid a 0-16 season and coaching decisions.
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Gordon sees comeback fuel after Browns 0-16 season
Browns cornerback Jason McCourty and running back Duke Johnson back Josh Gordon as a talented core despite a 1-31 slide. Hue Jackson expresses trust, Gordon vows leadership and offseason push to return stronger, eyeing Pro Bowl form and a guiding role in a pivotal rebuild.
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Browns face tough call after 0 16 season and Hue Jackson
Ingraham argues Haslam should replace Hue Jackson despite a 1 31 record with the Browns. He warns against rewarding failure and urges a fresh start with a new coach and solid GM, noting a decisive off season reboot.
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