Who's No. 1 in college football after bowls
Alabama and Southern California hold top chances as the final AP poll looms. Sugar Bowl winner Alabama 24 Arkansas 9 and Rose Bowl winner USC 17 Ohio State 16 fueled debate with Heisman winner Charles White scoring the late TD for the Trojans. Houston topped Nebraska 17-14 in the Cotton Bowl. Oklahoma beat Florida State 24-7 in the Orange Bowl.
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Alabama Ties Up Hogs After Sugar Bowl Triumph
Alabama remains in the AP national championship race after a 24-9 Sugar Bowl win over Arkansas. Coach Bryant and players watched Rose Bowl results as USC edged Ohio State 17-16 and Oklahoma defeated Florida State. A final AP poll decision at 6:30 p.m. EST would crown the champion if Alabama holds the top spot.
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Oklahoma Grinds Down Florida State in Orange Bowl
The Sooners, ranked fourth, defeated Florida State 24-7 as J.C. Watts led with a long touchdown run and strong defense. Alabama claimed top overall, with Major Ogilvie earning outstanding player honors in a mostly controlled game.
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White Leads Trojans To Rose Bowl Win In Narrow Finish
Southern Cal edged Ohio State 17 14 as Heisman winner White rushed 39 times for 247 yards and the decisive drive. Buckeyes coach Bruce called the winner national champion at 1 32 remaining, while Robinson praised his Trojans as the finest senior class in program history.
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