Alabama Dominates LSU For First BCS Title Game Shutout
In New Orleans, Alabama's defense overwhelmed LSU as Courtney Upshaw and C. J. Mosley stymied the Tigers total offense. Trent Richardson scored the game’s lone TD as Alabama held LSU scoreless in a 21-0 win, earning the Crimson Tide a second title in three years.
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LSU QB Jefferson era ends in shutout loss to Alabama
In New Orleans at the Superdome LSU star Jordan Jefferson struggled in the BCS title game against Alabama, throwing an early interception and finishing 11 of 17 for 53 yards as LSU was held to 92 total yards. His late fourth quarter fumble sealed a 21-0 setback that ended LSU’s bid for perfection. Jefferson had faced prior suspension over a bar fight but returned to lead a 13-1 Tigers season emphasizing defense and a strong run game.
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Miles honored as Liberty Mutual Coach of the Year
LSU coach Les Miles won the Liberty Mutual Coach of the Year award for the Football Bowl Subdivision after an undefeated regular season and SEC title. Rob Ash Tim Beck Glenn Caruso winners in lower divisions. Miles praised his staff and players as the award funds benefit his school's alumni association.
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Alabama Wins Rematch Resounding in BCS Title Game
Alabama dominates LSU 21 0 in a rematch for the BCS title with a stifling defense led by Upshaw and Hightower, while McCarron manages the offense and Shelley nails multiple field goals to seal the win.
Alabama Dominates LSU 21-0 in Conference Thriller
No 2 Alabama shuts out No 1 LSU 21 to 0 as Shelley kicks four field goals and Richardson adds a 34 yard rushing TD. McCarron passes for 234 yards while LSU’s Hilliard Jefferson and Ware contribute modest rushing totals. Alabama dominates time of possession and total first downs.
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Shelley’s five field goals secure Alabama bowl win over LSU
Alabama kicker Jeremy Shelley matched a bowl record with five field goals as the Crimson Tide beat LSU 21-0 in the BCS championship game. AJ McCarron passed for 234 yards and Trent Richardson added a 34 yard TD run, while Cade Foster’s earlier kicks and a blocked attempt framed the limited offense.
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