Fiesta Bowl organizer says title game may top past huge moments
Scottsdale veteran John Junker, head of the Fiesta Bowl, calls Oregon vs. Auburn the biggest game yet while Phoenix locals show little public fanfare. The area hosts multiple bowls and major sports events, with 70,000 inside the University of Phoenix Stadium and thousands more nearby for the BCS final.
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Auburn Oregon Title Clash Prompts Defensive Test
Spurrier predicts a possible 60-55 shootout as Auburn led by Cam Newton faces Oregon and LaMichael James in a rapid fire national title game. Herbstreit notes defenses must prove themselves while bookmakers expect a high score contest.
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Nevada Wolf Pack edge Boston College in Fight Hunger Bowl
No. 13 Nevada defeats Boston College 20-13 in the Fight Hunger Bowl behind Richard Marshall’s TD, punt return score, and a strong defense squashing BC’s rushing. Colin Kaepernick passes for 192 yards and a TD, joins elite 3,000-1,000 club. BC held to 185 yards. Attendance 41,063 with a streaker delaying play.
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Auburn Ducks Clash For BCS Title In Pasadena
Auburn and Oregon meet in the BCS National Championship with Auburn seeking its first title since 1957 and Oregon chasing its first national crown. Key matchups include Auburn tackle Nick Fairley against Oregon interior line while Cam Newton and LaMichael James star for their teams.
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