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QB Stoudt cues the rout: Tigers overwhelm Sooners
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QB Stoudt cues the rout: Tigers overwhelm Sooners

December 29, 2014

A rare Oklahoma “victory” – cornerback Jordan Thomas (7) breaks up a pass intended for Clemson wide receiver Germone Hopper Monday night in the Russell Athletic Bowl in Orlando, Florida.John…

Allen leads Aggies past WVU 45-37 in Liberty Bowl
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Allen leads Aggies past WVU 45-37 in Liberty Bowl

December 29, 2014

Monday’s Liberty Bowl was all Texas A&M quarterback Kyle Allen – he threw four touchdown passes and ran for a fifth score in the Aggies’ 45-37 victory over West Virginia…

Big moves: Star linemen lead Ducks, FSU to playoff
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Big moves: Star linemen lead Ducks, FSU to playoff

December 29, 2014

Although they weren’t counted on in Sunday’s practice, Oregon’s star-studded offensive line looks to open holes for running back Royce Freeman on New Year’s Day.Kelvin Kuo/Associated Press That was the…

AP source: Harbaugh takes Michigan job
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AP source: Harbaugh takes Michigan job

December 29, 2014

San Francisco head coach Jim Harbaugh and the 49ers parted ways Sunday, opening the door for conversations with Michigan on Monday, according to a report.Marcio Jose Sanchez/Associated Press The person…

Allen leads Arkansas over Texas 31-7 in Texas Bowl
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Allen leads Arkansas over Texas 31-7 in Texas Bowl

December 28, 2014

Texas defensive back Dylan Haines (44) breaks up a pass intended for Arkansas tight end Hunter Henry, but little else went right for the Longhorns in their home state Monday…

Jameis Winston is in his ‘sanctuary’ at Rose Bowl
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Jameis Winston is in his ‘sanctuary’ at Rose Bowl

December 27, 2014

Florida State quarterback Jameis Winston is at ease in the sun of Southern California.Chuck Burton/Associated Press file photo In his first public appearance since he was cleared of violating Florida…

South Carolina tops Miami 24-21 in Independence Bowl
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South Carolina tops Miami 24-21 in Independence Bowl

December 27, 2014

South Carolina linebacker Jonathan Walton (28) and Skai Moore had much to celebrate Saturday in the Independence Bowl in Shreveport, La.Rogelio V. Solis/Associated Press “We’re going to chuck it down…

Arizona State beats Duke 36-31 in Sun Bowl
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Arizona State beats Duke 36-31 in Sun Bowl

December 27, 2014

Jaelen Strong and Arizona State were just a little too strong for Duke on Saturday in the Sun Bowl in El Paso, Texas.Victor Calzada/Associated Press When he got his chance,…

Virginia Tech beats Cincy 33-17 in Military Bowl
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Virginia Tech beats Cincy 33-17 in Military Bowl

December 27, 2014

Virginia Tech running back J.C. Coleman was the difference Saturday, here running past Cincinnati linebacker Jeff Luc for a touchdown in the Military Bowl in Annapolis, Md.Nick Wass/Associated Press The…

Kentucky takes elbow, delivers knockout punch
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Kentucky takes elbow, delivers knockout punch

December 27, 2014

Kentucky’s Andrew Harrison, right, and the Wildcats had a little too much for Louisville and Mangok Mathiang on Saturday.Timothy D. Easley/Associated Press The Wildcats didn’t because freshman guard Tyler Ulis…

Kessler leads No. 24 USC to 45-42 win over Huskers
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Kessler leads No. 24 USC to 45-42 win over Huskers

December 26, 2014

Southern California wide receiver George Farmer and the Trojans just cleared Nebraska and safety Corey Cooper, right, and cornerback Daniel Davie on Saturday night in the Holiday Bowl in San…

Rutgers beats North Carolina in Quick Lane Bowl
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Rutgers beats North Carolina in Quick Lane Bowl

December 26, 2014

Rutgers running back Robert Martin (7) gets a lift from offensive lineman Betim Bujari after he gave Rutgers a lift with a touchdown Friday in the Quick Lane Bowl in…

High-scoring offenses create longer college games
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High-scoring offenses create longer college games

December 26, 2014

TCU quarterback Trevone Boykin (2) and running back Kyle Hicks celebrate after a touchdown against Texas Tech in the second half of an NCAA college football game in October in…

No. 24 Colorado State off to program’s best start
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No. 24 Colorado State off to program’s best start

December 26, 2014

Colorado State head coach Larry Eustachy has the Rams (12-0) off to their best start in school history.John Bazemore/Associated Press That’s because of video game sessions in the locker room…

Rams turn to Bobo
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Rams turn to Bobo

December 22, 2014

The people spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the details of the deal have not been finalized. Bobo will take over for Jim McElwain, who was…

Beach brawl: Memphis decks BYU in double OT
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Beach brawl: Memphis decks BYU in double OT

December 22, 2014

Memphis quarterback Paxton Lynch (left) accounted for seven touchdowns Monday, and celebrates one of them with wide receiver Keiwone Malone in the Miami Beach Bowl in Miami.Wilfredo Lee/Associated Press They…

Documents: QB Winston cleared in conduct hearing
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Documents: QB Winston cleared in conduct hearing

December 21, 2014

Florida State quarterback Jameis Winston was cleared of the accusations he faced at a student code of conduct hearing involving an alleged sexual assault two years ago, according to documents.Garry…

Late TD lifts Bowling Green past South Alabama
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Late TD lifts Bowling Green past South Alabama

December 21, 2014

South Alabama and safety Roman Buchanan (23) collared Bowling Green and running back Travis Greene until the very end, when the Falcons pulled out a hard-fought victory in the Camellia…

Air Force handles Western Michigan 38-24 in Potato Bowl
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Air Force handles Western Michigan 38-24 in Potato Bowl

December 20, 2014

This was a common sight during Saturday’s Potato Bowl: Air Force running back Shayne Davern breaking loose, this time for one of his two touchdowns.Darin Oswald/Associated Press Shayne Davern ran…

Colorado State falls hard in Las Vegas Bowl
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Colorado State falls hard in Las Vegas Bowl

December 20, 2014

In a rare positive offensive play for Colorado State on Saturday, wide receiver Charles Lovett bested Utah defensive back Justin Thomas during the Las Vegas Bowl.John Locher/Associated Press Wilson rushed…