Notre Dame Faces Alabama In Miami BCS Championship Showdown
No. 1 Notre Dame meets No. 2 Alabama in Miami for the BCS title on January 7 at 8 30 p m ESPN. Alabama is favored by about a touchdown, while Notre Dame eyes becoming the first unranked team to end the season as national champions since 1984.
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Notre Dame faces tough path to title amid underdog mindset
Notre Dame embraces the underdog role as it eyes a national title with Ohio State and Alabama looming. Coach Brian Kelly cites one game, high stakes, and a resilient team psyche as the Irish push through a tough schedule while quarterback Everett Golson and defensive standouts lead the charge.
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49ers stun Brady in rain at Foxborough
San Francisco defense and late-game surge power a 41-34 road win over the New England Patriots sealing a playoff spot. The victory boosts momentum toward a potential NFC West title as the 49ers head to Seattle for a Sunday night rematch amid cold, wet conditions. Cornerback Carlos Rogers forced a Brady pass for a 53-yard return early, signaling the comeback energy fueling the surge.
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Team sticks with plan despite tough Sunday night contest
Speech from players emphasizes adherence to strategy. They acknowledge the challenge of the matchup but express confidence in their approach and willingness to persevere through a difficult night. The quote reflects a disciplined mindset and commitment to execution under pressure.
Dickey Traded to Blue Jays in $25 Million Deal
Cy Young winner R A Dickey will join Toronto after a seven player trade with the New York Mets. Toronto also lands Josh Thole and Mike Nickens while New York receives Travis d Amand, John Buck, Noah Syndergaard and Wuilmer Becerra. Dickey signed a two year $25 million extension, with a 2016 option, and must pass a physical.
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