FBS "Title Game"

[appmaj]

Who ya got?

[chrisattsu]

I typically do not root for the Horns. However, come playoff (or bowl) time, I have to pull for the instate boys.

[89Hen]

Hope for a good game. If I had to choose, I'll be rooting for Bama. Can't stand Florida or LSU, but have nothing against the rest of the SEC.

[Big Al]

Yet another game where I'll hope against all hope for a dual loss.

[appmaj]

Yet another game where I'll hope against all hope for a dual loss.


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[OL FU]

Bammerxnodx

[Go Lehigh TU Owl]

I'll go with Texas. I'm not a fan of either team but i feel that Texas is on a mission and won't be denied.

[Ivytalk]

I was impressed by Alabama's crunching of Florida, so I'm picking them.

[Woof]

Heart says Horns....Head says Tide.

[Skjellyfetti]

Pretty much a toss up... I went with Texas.

I read today that Alabama has not been called for a holding penalty since early October. xeekxxeekxxeekxxeekx How is that possible?

[GeauxLions94]

Pretty much a toss up... I went with Texas.

I read today that Alabama has not been called for a holding penalty since early October. xeekxxeekxxeekxxeekx How is that possible?

Come and get it refs ...

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[McNeese75]

Hook em!!!!!! xhurrayx

[JohnStOnge]

I'm going to say Texas is going to stop Alabama's running game and I don't think Alabama's passing game can really function that well unless the other team is thinking about the run. Texas's passing game, on the other hand, can do that.

Of course McCoy is hurt now.

[LacesOut]

Damn that field is amazing!!!

Don't care who wins!

[JohnStOnge]

Alabama is extremely lucky. The game could be almost getting out of hand for them right now but 1) Texas had an illegal formation on what would've been a TD and 2) McCoy is hurt.

[JohnStOnge]

If Alabama wins this game there will be a huge asterisk by it.

[LacesOut]

Does UT have a 3rd string QB??? Looks like the backup hurt his throwing shoulder also. Yikes.

[Go Lehigh TU Owl]

This went downhill quick for Texas.

[JohnStOnge]

This is terrible because it's pretty clear that Texas is better on the line of scrimmage. Really awful that they get their head cut off like that. Again: Alabama is EXTREMELY lucky.

I've alway said that luck plays a role in football and this is a classic example of it.

[Go Lehigh TU Owl]

This game is going to be a dud unless McCoy can come back. This reminds me of the Tennessee-FSU title game in '99. FSU lost their QB before that game and had no shot.

[Skjellyfetti]

God, this could not have gone worse.

This had all the makings for a classic game.

Now it's just hard to watch. Texas can't do crap with that QB (1-9 for -4 yards and an INT)..........

[JohnStOnge]

God, this could not have gone worse.

This had all the makings for a classic game.

Now it's just hard to watch. Texas can't do crap with that QB (1-9 for -4 yards and an INT)..........

It really is hard to watch. It'd take an absolute miracle for Texas to win now and I really think they were poised to jump all over Alabama when the game started.

[Skjellyfetti]

WTF.

WORST FIRST HALF OF A CHAMPIONSHIP GAME I'VE EVER SEEN.

[Go Lehigh TU Owl]

WTF.

WORST FIRST HALF OF A CHAMPIONSHIP GAME I'VE EVER SEEN.

Do you remember the Oklahoma-USC game? YIKES!!

This is bad though. For the game to basically be over after 7 minutes or so is a shame. Both teams deserved better.

[FCS_pwns_FBS]

McCoy wouldn't have made a difference in this game. 'Bama is just a much better team.

[Skjellyfetti]

Do you remember the Oklahoma-USC game? YIKES!!

Good call... I forgot about that one. I wonder why? xlolx

[Go Lehigh TU Owl]

McCoy wouldn't have made a difference in this game. 'Bama is just a much better team.

You can't say that. This was a game despite McCoy being out before that last screw up before half. The QB has thrown a pick 6 and an int while they were driving. Alabama wasn't exactly lighting it up.

[JohnStOnge]

Do you remember the Oklahoma-USC game? YIKES!!

This is bad though. For the game to basically be over after 7 minutes or so is a shame. Both teams deserved better.

At least USC just beat Oklahoma. In this case you've got this potentially great matchup and a quarterback for one of the teams who's one of the best ever statistically in college football gets knocked out of the game in the first series. And his backup is a freshman who's never seen any meangful action.

It's like if you waited with baited breath to watch what was supposed to be a great boxing match then one boxer breaks his right arm when he throws his first punch. And he's right handed.

I mean, really...what is Alabama winning this game going to prove now? They'll be the BCS champion but it'll be over a Texas team playing "without its right arm." It has effects throughout. The defense is affected because the offense can't stay on the field. Plus there's the psychological effect. It's hard to stay intense on defense when you don't believe the offense can provide any support.

[Skjellyfetti]

Who the hell, that was a moron call. Who does that against the number one defense in the world with 15 seconds left...moron call

haha, never agreed with Corso more.

[BobcatTXST04]

Yeah, it looks like the longhorns are going to get grilled tonite. It seems like the team just can't get their heads back in the game. Shame really, I don't particularly care that much for the longhorns, but at least I would have liked to seen them be competitive.

[Reign of Terrier]

I'll defend the UT backup in this case. He's missed a few passes but that pick 6 wasn't his fault. UT's defense can't stop Bama's run game. Sucks to be Texas but I didn't think they would be close anyway (they haven't seen a defense this good or an offense that will run at you this well)

[Go Lehigh TU Owl]

They said McCoy is out but i don't know. At some point he put his pads back on which is a little weird for a guy who's going to hang out on the sideline.

[Skjellyfetti]

They said McCoy is out but i don't know. At some point he put his pads back on which is a little weird for a guy who's going to hang out on the sideline.

I was thinking the same thing. He isn't in a sling or anything and he's on the sidelines clapping and such. xconfusedx

Really strange.

[Reign of Terrier]

And isnt he a lefty, he hurt his right shoulder

[JohnStOnge]

haha, never agreed with Corso more.

I don't know. Hindsight is 20:20 and I don't recall ever seeing an interception on that play before in my life. It's generally viewed as a very safe, conservative play. Texas was trying to get in position to go ahead and take a shot at the end zone. They're going to have to take some chances to have a shot.

And Alabama's defense isn't as good as Nebraska's. At least I don't think so. Just imagine what Nebraska's defense would've done to Texas with that Freshman quarterback in there.

[Skjellyfetti]

Wow, apparently McCoy sprained his non throwing shoulder.

If that's true... WOW.

[Go Lehigh TU Owl]

I don't get this. Are we at the point in CFB that a player who doesn't feel or look injured is going to sit out? What was the point of coming back for his sr. year? I don't understand what is going on here. Something doesn't make sense. McCoy honestly seems like he is quite capable of playing.

[Big Al]

Wow. It appears that I'm going to get my wish!

[Go Lehigh TU Owl]

TD Texas!! C'mon Horns!!

[Skjellyfetti]

Colt McCoy = Rodney Landers

[Go Lehigh TU Owl]

Texas pulled off 4th quarter combacks against Michigan and USC in this stadium this decade. Can they do it again?

[JohnStOnge]

I was thinking the same thing. He isn't in a sling or anything and he's on the sidelines clapping and such. xconfusedx

Really strange.

He's not going in. And kudos to Brown for saying he's not going to risk the guy's future. I hope he gets rewarded with a few miracles.

Watching this game I think Texas would've beaten Alabama easily with McCoy in there. I'll never know but that's what I think.

[Go Lehigh TU Owl]

He's not going in. And kudos to Brown for saying he's not going to risk the guy's future. I hope he gets rewarded with a few miracles.

Watching this game I think Texas would've beaten Alabama easily with McCoy in there. I'll never know but that's what I think.

He's been risking his future every time he gets under center. It's his non throwing shoulder. That comment doesn't make any sense if indeed there's nothing wrong structurally.

[Reign of Terrier]

Alabama right now is just trying to kill the clock

[Skjellyfetti]

He's not going in. And kudos to Brown for saying he's not going to risk the guy's future. I hope he gets rewarded with a few miracles.

Granted, we don't know for sure... but, it was reported as a sprain to his nonthrowing shoulder. He's been on the sidelines clapping and such. It's the National Championship game.

I don't think a sprain shoulder puts him at risk of seriously injuring anything. He'd be more likely to have his knee blown out or something... and he shouldn't have played the game at all or the whole season in that case.

Armanti played 3 1/2 games this year at crunch time with a sprained MCL. That's much more risky to play on... Was that the wrong decision? I never remember people criticizing App for letting him play.

[JohnStOnge]

You know, I know they're not doing it on purpose, but after the onside kick recovery the officials missed two interference penalties on Alabama. Then they call interference on Texas when the ball wasn't catchable.

[JohnStOnge]

Granted, we don't know for sure... but, it was reported as a sprain to his nonthrowing shoulder. .

What I think I heard is that that's probably what it is but they can't be sure until he's further evaluated. That's why I'm giving Brown credit. He's in a situation where he could let McCoy play and nobody would criticize him for it. But because there's some uncertainty he's not taking any chances. Under these circumstances that's really admirable.

[Go Lehigh TU Owl]

What I think I heard is that that's probably what it is but they can't be sure until he's further evaluated. That's why I'm giving Brown credit. He's in a situation where he could let McCoy play and nobody would criticize him for it. But because there's some uncertainty he's not taking any chances. Under these circumstances that's really admirable.

It's McCoy's choice. He's his own man. He decided to come back to college for this moment. To deprive him of that doesn't make any sense. If McCoy wanted to play Brown would be a fool to stand in his way knowing that the tests have come back negative. Would Montana have ever become Montana without the chicken soup recovery? I don't know but it showed what he was made of. I want someone who will lay it all on the line. Would Mac Brown do the same thing if the injury was to one of the OL?

[Go Lehigh TU Owl]

TD Texas!!! This has all the makings of a disaster if Texas doesn't pull this off. I could see a split title or something crazy if the Tide hold on. Well maybe not but it's nice to think about.

[Skjellyfetti]

HOOK 'EM!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :D:D:D

[Go Lehigh TU Owl]

Ok, now it looks like it's gotta be his throwing shoulder.

They just showed him giving a high five and his right shoulder was hanging limp and he gave the five with his left.

I'll stop obsessing about his injury now.





HOOK 'EM!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :D:D:D

Then it all makes sense if that's the case.

[Franks Tanks]

It is his right shoulder

What an effort by these Texas kids. They played the whole first half without an offense and they have their freshman QB leading a comeback.

This game would be so different with Colt out there.

[JohnStOnge]

It's McCoy's choice. He's his own man. He decided to come back to college for this moment. To deprive him of that doesn't make any sense. If McCoy wanted to play Brown would be a fool to stand in his way knowing that the tests have come back negative. Would Montana have ever become Montana without the chicken soup recovery? I don't know but it showed what he was made of. I want someone who will lay it all on the line. Would Mac Brown do the same thing if the injury was to one of the OL?

Supposedly, from what I heard on the commentary, McCoy begged to come back in and Brown and his Dad said no. As far as I know the player wanted to play. Maybe what Brown's doing is crazy. But it's admirable.

[uofmman1122]

Game over.

[Go Lehigh TU Owl]

Well that should seal it for 'Bama. The frosh just completely failed to see the blindside blitz. Texas is the better team imo. If there was ever a year for a split title this should be it.

[Skjellyfetti]

Stupid ass shovel pass at the end of the first half. xnonono2x

[Skjellyfetti]

I love how the votes for Alabama have gradually increased as the game went on. xlolx

[Go Lehigh TU Owl]

Well those 3.5 hours accomplished very little imo. I firmly believe that Texas IS the better team with Colt McCoy.

[BobcatTXST04]

I wish they could have pulled this one out, it's a real shame that they weren't able to. It's also a shame that this McCoy finally made it to the championship game after 4 years only to be knocked out on the second series.

I have my reasons for not liking the longhorns at times, but you have to respect their efforts tonite, regardless.

[CrackerRiley]

And isnt he a lefty, he hurt his right shoulder


Wow, apparently McCoy sprained his non throwing shoulder.

If that's true... WOW.

He throws with his right.

[ngineer]

Stupid ass shovel pass at the end of the first half. xnonono2x

I totally agree. I could not believe the call at the time and felt that would be a difference maker. Texas' defense was playing very well and I felt if they could keep it close the frosh QB could get his legs under him in the second half they could still pull it off. The drama of such a comeback under such adversity is what makes sports great.

[Franks Tanks]

Supposedly, from what I heard on the commentary, McCoy begged to come back in and Brown and his Dad said no. As far as I know the player wanted to play. Maybe what Brown's doing is crazy. But it's admirable.

Colt may have wanted to play but he couldnt even raise his arm above his head let alone throw a football.

I am by no means a Texas fan, but I always liked McCoy-- hope he does well at the next level.

[CrackerRiley]

Would have been a more entertaining game with McCoy... *shrug*

I'm glad Texas was able to at least make it a game. They completely abandoned the run in the 2nd half. I know they were having trouble with it, but seriously, that FR QB is either scared in the pocket or has the weirdest delivery I've EVER seen.

[CrackerRiley]

The fans chanting "S-E-C" please..... get outta here.

Almost hate them as much as CAA fans.... :p

[texcap]

It is his right shoulder

What an effort by these Texas kids. They played the whole first half without an offense and they have their freshman QB leading a comeback.

This game would be so different with Colt out there.

And the UT-OU game would have been different if Sam Bradford hadn't had his shoulder injured and OU suffered five turnovers.

The game also might have been different if Ingram hadn't missed all of the third quarter as well.

Injuries are a part of the game and can't be overlooked. Alabama won the game on the field, despite any injuries or what-ifs.

[Go Lehigh TU Owl]

Has the starting QB ever gone out in the first quarter of a super bowl or national title game? Has one ever missed substantial time? The closest thing i remember was Carson Palmer in the '05 playoffs. Chris Weinke got hurt before the '98 Championship game forcing Outzen to play. He was dreadful. Montana's injury was late in a conference title game.

[seantaylor]

Texas would have won by 20+ if Colt didn't get hurt. I hope the Associated Press does the right thing and votes Boise 1.

[gbhmt]

Granted, we don't know for sure... but, it was reported as a sprain to his nonthrowing shoulder. He's been on the sidelines clapping and such. It's the National Championship game.

I don't think a sprain shoulder puts him at risk of seriously injuring anything. He'd be more likely to have his knee blown out or something... and he shouldn't have played the game at all or the whole season in that case.

Armanti played 3 1/2 games this year at crunch time with a sprained MCL. That's much more risky to play on... Was that the wrong decision? I never remember people criticizing App for letting him play.

Sounds harsh, but McCoy has a lot more of a future to lose than Armanti. That and Armanti survived a battle with a lawnmower so I'm sure he can survive a battle with a pesky knee. xthumbsupx

[BDKJMU]

The fans chanting "S-E-C" please..... get outta here.

Almost hate them as much as CAA fans.... :p

SEC gets its 4th straight national championship by 3 different teams:
06' Fla
07' LSU
08' Fla
09' Bama

SEC is just like the CAA- by far the strongest conference at their level of football :p

[NHwildEcat]

FBS Co-National Champions: Boise St. & Alabama.

The true National Champs: Villanova!!

[appmaj]

The fans chanting "S-E-C" please..... get outta here.

Almost hate them as much as CAA fans.... :p

Why not chant for their school?

I really do not understand the S-E-C chant...

[Franks Tanks]

And the UT-OU game would have been different if Sam Bradford hadn't had his shoulder injured and OU suffered five turnovers.

The game also might have been different if Ingram hadn't missed all of the third quarter as well.

Injuries are a part of the game and can't be overlooked. Alabama won the game on the field, despite any injuries or what-ifs.

Thanks Joe Paterno.

I was merely lamenting that the game sucked because the teams best players got knocked out.

Quit being such a douche

[SuperJon]

Was Corso drunk or having a stroke at halftime? That was completely awkward.

[Franks Tanks]

Was Corso drunk or having a stroke at halftime? That was completely awkward.


I didnt see that part, but other people mentioned they though he was drunk

[Skjellyfetti]

Colt McCoy sits out most the game with a stinger.

Alabama QB plays with two broken ribs.

Alabama deserved to win that game.

[Franks Tanks]

Colt McCoy sits out most the game with a stinger.

Alabama QB plays with two broken ribs.

Alabama deserved to win that game.

Colt also couldnt use his arm- how is he suspossed to throw a ball like that.

Broken ribs can be remedied by pain killers, if you cant use your arm you cant play.

[tribe_pride]

Bama definitely would have rather beaten a Texas team with McCoy than without him. There are too many questions now.

That play effected the play calling by both teams. The game would have been very different. Remember Bama only gave up 11 points a game and 241 yards per game during the regular season. Texas probably was not going to be scoring tons of points anyways. But we will never know.Too bad.

Glad to see that Gilbert had a decent 2nd half though (save the last few minutes). For a true freshman with almost no playing time all year to have to go in the game after probably limited to no practice time against that Bama defense. Damn. Horrible first half (with absolutely 0 help by his wide receivers - Int for a TD was not his fault) to a decent 2nd half.

Too many what ifs so for this year I am just going to say Roll Tide Roll.

[tribe_pride]

Sorry for the double post but this deserved a different thread. Congrats to Nova for 2 votes in the final AP poll

[89Hen]

Texas would have won by 20+ if Colt didn't get hurt.
xviolinx

[Skjellyfetti]

Following a 37-21 loss to Alabama in which he suffered a game-ending injury just five plays in and was forced to watch the Crimson Tide defense take advantage of his absence, Texas quarterback Colt McCoy told reporters that the heart-breaking defeat fulfilled a depressing dream he has had since he was a boy growing up in New Mexico. "I think every kid, whether he is playing high school football or a pickup game with friends, imagines what it would be like to one day lead your team to the Rose Bowl, stand on the sidelines, and then helplessly watch your team get dismantled on the grandest stage imaginable," said a teary-eyed McCoy, adding that the irony of never missing a game due to injury until the most important game of his life was just icing on the cake. "This was a dreadful storybook ending. I really couldn't ask for more." McCoy added that he plans on fulfilling another of his wretched boyhood dreams by being a bust in the upcoming NFL draft and having a largely disappointing NFL career

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