This article provides an overview and preview of the 2009 BCS National Championship game between Florida and Oklahoma. It discusses perceptions that Oklahoma's defense is its weakness compared to Florida's powerful offense. However, Oklahoma's defensive coordinator and players believe they have prepared well for Florida's complex offensive schemes. The article also lists the top 5 most entertaining previous BCS national championship games, including Vince Young leading Texas to an upset of USC in 2006.
Dawn of the Devils March 2012 Monthly NewsletterNoel Waterman
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En el último año, el uso de XBRL en España ha crecido significativamente, con millones de documentos intercambiados en este formato. Tanto el Banco de España como la CNMV han recibido miles de informes financieros en XBRL. Además, las administraciones públicas locales están empezando a utilizar XBRL para la liquidación presupuestaria y la rendición de cuentas. El impulso de la administración pública está despertando el interés de proveedores de software para que las pymes y entidades locales puedan generar informes
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This document is Xcel Energy's 2001 annual report. It summarizes the company's financial performance for 2001 and highlights some of its key accomplishments that year. Specifically:
- Xcel Energy met its earnings target for 2001 despite challenges in the energy industry like price swings, regulatory changes, and a softening economy. Its non-regulated subsidiary, NRG Energy, contributed significantly.
- The company delivered $1.50 in dividends per share, expanded its customer base, successfully traded electricity in deregulated markets, and improved reliability.
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En el último año, el uso de XBRL en España ha crecido significativamente, con millones de documentos intercambiados en este formato. Tanto el Banco de España como la CNMV han recibido miles de informes financieros en XBRL. Además, las administraciones públicas locales están empezando a utilizar XBRL para la liquidación presupuestaria y la rendición de cuentas. El impulso de la administración pública está despertando el interés de proveedores de software para que las pymes y entidades locales puedan generar informes
The document provides information about an events and marketing management company called Xcellent! Events & Marketing. It details over 11 years of experience in international marketing and event management. Key services mentioned include destination management, global event management, marketing communications and strategy, and channel sales representation. Client experience includes companies in various industries like engineering, automotive, and pharmaceuticals.
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This document is Xcel Energy's 2001 annual report. It summarizes the company's financial performance for 2001 and highlights some of its key accomplishments that year. Specifically:
- Xcel Energy met its earnings target for 2001 despite challenges in the energy industry like price swings, regulatory changes, and a softening economy. Its non-regulated subsidiary, NRG Energy, contributed significantly.
- The company delivered $1.50 in dividends per share, expanded its customer base, successfully traded electricity in deregulated markets, and improved reliability.
- Xcel Energy also completed repowering its Fort St. Vrain nuclear plant with natural gas, expanded its wind generation portfolio, and received recognition for its Wind
Membership in XBRL Ireland provides businesses with several benefits, including leveraging a global community of over 600 member firms to manage change in business reporting, gain insights into new opportunities worldwide, and reduce administrative burden. Members also get early access to draft technical documents and emerging ideas, and can influence standards through working groups. Members gain expertise from XBRL experts and networking opportunities at conferences.
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This document is an SEC Form 10-Q filing for Xcel Energy Inc. for the quarterly period ended June 30, 2007. It includes Xcel Energy's consolidated financial statements and management's discussion and analysis of financial condition and results of operations. Some key details include that Xcel Energy reported net income of $76 million for the quarter and operating revenues of $2.3 billion. The balance sheet shows total assets of $22.3 billion as of June 30, 2007, including property, plant and equipment of $16.1 billion.
Xabi Alonso es un centrocampista español nacido en 1981 en Tolosa, Guipúzcoa. Comenzó su carrera en la Real Sociedad y luego jugó para el Liverpool y el Real Madrid, ganando títulos importantes con ambos clubes como la Champions League y la Liga. Actualmente juega para el Bayern Munich.
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The document summarizes the philosophy and expectations of the Tualatin High School Cross Country team for 2014. The team focuses on education, improvement, winning, fun, and legacy. It discusses the new coaches and their beliefs. It also outlines the team's philosophy on injury prevention, core training, shoe selection, summer training, a pre-season BBQ, and the team website. The overall document provides an overview of the team's goals and strategies for the upcoming cross country season.
Jerry Jones plans to build a new Cowboys stadium to replace Cowboys Stadium, which opened in 2009. Jones said the new stadium will improve upon Cowboys Stadium by hosting bigger events. While details are preliminary, Jones said the new stadium will raise the bar set by Cowboys Stadium. Additionally, sources say that Texas Motor Speedway will likely host Super Bowl XLVIII in 2014. Finally, Nolan Ryan will start for the Rangers on Opening Day, in a surprise announcement reflecting the wishes of incoming team owners.
Texas defeated Odessa 4-1 in Game 2 of the CHL conference finals to tie the series at 1-1. Brett Jaeger made 42 saves for Texas. Justin Kinnunen and Scott Sheppard each scored two goals for Texas. The series now shifts to Odessa for Game 3 on Tuesday.
This document provides a timeline of 50 notable firsts for African Americans in sports from 1875 to 2008. Some of the early firsts include Oliver Lewis being the first black jockey to win the Kentucky Derby in 1875 and Bud Fowler being the first black professional baseball player in 1878. Later firsts include Tiger Woods being the first black golfer to win the Masters in 1997 and Shani Davis winning an individual Winter Olympics gold medal in speed skating in 2006.
The article discusses 5 college basketball players who could be difference makers down the stretch of the season. It lists James Harden of Arizona State, Tyrese Rice of Boston College, Jerel McNeal of Marquette, Devan Downey of South Carolina, and Dante Cunningham of Villanova. Each player is described in 1 sentence highlighting their stats and contributions to their respective teams.
Nearly 20 drivers have a chance to win the Daytona 500. Tony Stewart wrecked both of his cars in practice and will have to use a backup. Joey Logano, NASCAR's next phenom, makes his Daytona 500 debut. Jeff Gordon, winless since 2007, believes this could be his year to return to victory lane.
1) The article previews the upcoming NASCAR Sprint Cup season, highlighting several storylines including Jimmie Johnson's bid for a fourth consecutive title, the economic challenges facing NASCAR teams, and Tony Stewart's transition to a new team.
2) It asks five questions for the 2009 season: Can Jimmie Johnson repeat as champion, how will the economy affect NASCAR, how will Tony Stewart's new team fare, who will challenge Johnson for the title, and how will the lack of testing affect teams?
3) It provides brief summaries of several driver and team changes for the upcoming season, including new paint schemes, driver number changes, and part-time or unemployed drivers seeking rides.
This document is an SEC Form 10-Q filing for Xcel Energy Inc. for the quarterly period ended June 30, 2007. It includes Xcel Energy's consolidated financial statements and management's discussion and analysis of financial condition and results of operations. Some key details include that Xcel Energy reported net income of $76 million for the quarter and operating revenues of $2.3 billion. The balance sheet shows total assets of $22.3 billion as of June 30, 2007, including property, plant and equipment of $16.1 billion.
Xabi Alonso es un centrocampista español nacido en 1981 en Tolosa, Guipúzcoa. Comenzó su carrera en la Real Sociedad y luego jugó para el Liverpool y el Real Madrid, ganando títulos importantes con ambos clubes como la Champions League y la Liga. Actualmente juega para el Bayern Munich.
I Jornada de Qualitat de l'Atenció Ciutadana.
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Wisebo is a startup that connects online shoppers with friends to get reviews and recommendations on products. It works by scanning ecommerce sites, optimizing product information, and delivering reviews from friends within a widget. The business model is that reviews can raise conversion rates for online purchases. Wisebo aims to add confidence to online buying by providing social connectivity at the point of purchase.
Xcelsius - SAP Crystal Dashboard Design Data Connection for Advance Sigit Yunanto
Dokumen ini membahas sejarah perusahaan yang membuat produk SAP Crystal Dashboard Design, sebelumnya bernama Xcelsius. Dokumen ini juga membandingkan versi-versi produk Xcelsius sebelum dan sesudah diakuisisi oleh SAP, serta menjelaskan fitur dan cara kerja produk SAP Crystal Dashboard Design untuk membuat dashboard interaktif dari berbagai sumber data.
БМВ X серии свободны как ветер, многогранны как сама жизнь. Их владелец может получать наслаждение в каждую минуту поездки. Все BMW X series не напрасно являются востребованными и успешными. Они заслужили доверие со стороны покупателей благодаря массе преимуществ.
The document summarizes the philosophy and expectations of the Tualatin High School Cross Country team for 2014. The team focuses on education, improvement, winning, fun, and legacy. It discusses the new coaches and their beliefs. It also outlines the team's philosophy on injury prevention, core training, shoe selection, summer training, a pre-season BBQ, and the team website. The overall document provides an overview of the team's goals and strategies for the upcoming cross country season.
Jerry Jones plans to build a new Cowboys stadium to replace Cowboys Stadium, which opened in 2009. Jones said the new stadium will improve upon Cowboys Stadium by hosting bigger events. While details are preliminary, Jones said the new stadium will raise the bar set by Cowboys Stadium. Additionally, sources say that Texas Motor Speedway will likely host Super Bowl XLVIII in 2014. Finally, Nolan Ryan will start for the Rangers on Opening Day, in a surprise announcement reflecting the wishes of incoming team owners.
Texas defeated Odessa 4-1 in Game 2 of the CHL conference finals to tie the series at 1-1. Brett Jaeger made 42 saves for Texas. Justin Kinnunen and Scott Sheppard each scored two goals for Texas. The series now shifts to Odessa for Game 3 on Tuesday.
This document provides a timeline of 50 notable firsts for African Americans in sports from 1875 to 2008. Some of the early firsts include Oliver Lewis being the first black jockey to win the Kentucky Derby in 1875 and Bud Fowler being the first black professional baseball player in 1878. Later firsts include Tiger Woods being the first black golfer to win the Masters in 1997 and Shani Davis winning an individual Winter Olympics gold medal in speed skating in 2006.
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core of India. Mirzapur, with its varied terrains and abundant biodiversity, offers an optimal
environment for investigating the changes in vegetation cover dynamics. Our study utilizes
advanced technologies such as GIS (Geographic Information Systems) and Remote sensing to
analyze the transformations that have taken place over the course of a decade.
The complex relationship between human activities and the environment has been the focus
of extensive research and worry. As the global community grapples with swift urbanization,
population expansion, and economic progress, the effects on natural ecosystems are becoming
more evident. A crucial element of this impact is the alteration of vegetation cover, which plays a
significant role in maintaining the ecological equilibrium of our planet.Land serves as the foundation for all human activities and provides the necessary materials for
these activities. As the most crucial natural resource, its utilization by humans results in different
'Land uses,' which are determined by both human activities and the physical characteristics of the
land.
The utilization of land is impacted by human needs and environmental factors. In countries
like India, rapid population growth and the emphasis on extensive resource exploitation can lead
to significant land degradation, adversely affecting the region's land cover.
Therefore, human intervention has significantly influenced land use patterns over many
centuries, evolving its structure over time and space. In the present era, these changes have
accelerated due to factors such as agriculture and urbanization. Information regarding land use and
cover is essential for various planning and management tasks related to the Earth's surface,
providing crucial environmental data for scientific, resource management, policy purposes, and
diverse human activities.
Accurate understanding of land use and cover is imperative for the development planning
of any area. Consequently, a wide range of professionals, including earth system scientists, land
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changes, conversion trends, and other related patterns. The spatial dimensions of land use and
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these patterns indicate shifts in economic and social conditions. Monitoring such changes with the
help of Advanced technologies like Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems is
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BCS CHAMPIONSHIP GAME | OKLAHOMA
BEST OF THE BCS
With BCS title on line,
time to rise and shine
By TRAE THOMPSON mtthompson@star-telegram.com
By late Thursday night, Florida or Oklahoma will be hoisting another crystal football.
The Gators (12-1) and Sooners (12-1) meet for the BCS national championship in Miami on
Thursday night. While many college football fans have argued against the BCS and have pointed
out its flaws, the format has produced its share of memorable moments since its inception in
1998. A look back:
Top five
Most national championship
games haven’t been real com-
petitive, but these provided
some entertainment:
Oklahoma linebacker Travis Lewis says he loves the fact the Sooners are the underdog. OU ATHLETICS
Defense takes offense
BCS Championship day.
OU is ready to put to rest
Game Yet defensive coordinator
the perception that its
Brent Venables likes the way
No. 1 Florida (12-1) vs. Vince Young
defense is its weakness. ORANGE CO. REGISTER
his unit has prepared, espe-
No. 2 Oklahoma (12-1)
cially in the past week, when
7 p.m. Thursday 1. Texas 41, USC 38 (Jan. 4,
By MIKE JONES
jjones@star-telegram.com the focus turned to game
Dolphin Stadium, Miami 2006): Texas quarterback Vince
The talk hasn’t escaped the plans.
TV: KDFW/Ch. 4 Young helped snap the Trojans’
notice of Oklahoma’s defen- “They came back from 34-game winning streak and was
sive players. ed by it because we have a fast [Christmas] break terrific and named the Rose Bowl’s offen-
sive MVP for the second consec- Michael Vick was sensational for Virginia Tech against Florida State in
They are aware of the defense, too.” really sharp,” Venables said.
the 2000 Sugar Bowl, although his team didn’t win the national title. AP
premise that Oklahoma’s de- OU offensive coordinator “They came back purposeful utive year after finishing with
fense is its weakness, that the Kevin Wilson, who drives one and they came back with an 467 total yards.
Dominant performances
Sooners haven’t seen any- of the country’s most explo- attitude of, ‘Tell us what you
These five players shined on the biggest stage:
thing to match the speed and sive units, offers the opinion want us to do.’
skill of Florida’s offense, that that there may be a miscon- “The guys are very excited 3. WR Peter Warrick, Florida
1. QB Vince Young,
the eye-popping numbers ception regarding how this and have prepared very hard. State: Warrick hurt Virginia Tech
Texas: He had 467 total
posted by Big 12 offenses are a game will be played. Thank goodness [for the prac- with the deep ball, and was named
yards against USC, and
partial mirage created by con- “I think as good as the of- tice time], because [Florida’s the game’s MVP after catching six
fans will remember his
ference-wide defenses being fenses are, you’re going to see offense] has a lot to it.” passes for 163 yards, including touch-
game-winning touchdown
inferior to those of the SEC. two pretty good defenses The Gators show multiple downs of 64 and 43 yards. He also
on fourth-and-5 when he
Those perceptions are part playing at a high level,” Wil- formations and motion into returned a punt 59 yards for a touch-
scored on an 8-yard keep-
of the reason why BCS No. 1 son said. “People say this different sets. They run a down.
er with 19 seconds re-
(and AP No. 2) OU is a 3-point might be a shootout. I don’t spread scheme similar to Mis- 4. QB Ken Dorsey, Miami: At the
maining.
underdog to the second- know. souri, along with inside-veer Maurice Clarett Rose Bowl in 2002, he completed 22
2. QB Michael Vick,
GETTY IMAGES
ranked (AP No. 1) Gators in “They have a tremendous option principles. Defending of 35 passes for a career-high 362
Virginia Tech: It was
Thursday’s BCS Champion- defense. I know our guys [on is all about being where you’re 2. Ohio State 31, Miami 24, yards against Nebraska, a school
against Florida State that
ship Game. defense] have a lot of pride supposed to be, holding 2 OT (Jan. 3, 2003): The Buck- record that beat George Mira’s mark
the redshirt freshman was
“I love it, I love it,” line- and have been playing pretty ground and pursuing. eyes, 111⁄2-point underdogs, (321) set in 1962.
introduced to the nation.
backer Travis Lewis said. “I well. As hot as the offenses “Read your keys and re- snapped Miami’s 34-game win- 5. QB Josh Heupel, Oklahoma:
Vick finished with 322
wouldn’t have it any other have been, we’ve been scor- act,” McCoy said with a shrug. ning streak at the Fiesta Bowl. Heupel completed 25 of 39 passes
total yards, rushing for 97
way. I love it that we’re the un- ing a lot of points because our “I think we’ll be ready for any- Running back Maurice Clarett with one interception for 214 yards in
and completing 15 of 29
derdog. Let’s go get it.” defense has been getting thing they throw at us.” had 23 carries for 47 yards and the Sooners’ 13-2 victory over Florida
passes for 225 yards and
Lewis has been the most stops, we’ve been getting Cornerback Dominique scored twice, including the State in the Orange Bowl in 2001.
a touchdown in a loss.
outspoken among a group turnovers, our kicking game Franks, who has emerged as game-winning touchdown on a
that largely has refused to get has been getting great re- one of OU’s top defenders, 5-yard run in overtime.
into a trash-talking debate on turns. It’s not been just the of- said the Sooners must remain Big D
the merits of a defense that fense. aggressive. Some games have featured
surrendered more than 400 “The points are a part of “The muscle of the team is amazing defensive perfor-
yards a game to Big 12 oppo- the whole group and how we going to win,” he said. “When mances:
nents, yet had 25 sacks and have functioned down the we come up and tackle, we Florida shuts
2007
led the conference in turn- stretch.” have to punish those guys down Ohio
over margin (plus-14 on 11 in- OU’s 32 takeaways in 13 and make them not want to State quarterback and
terceptions and nine fumble games have led to 20 of the run the ball anymore. Heisman Trophy winner
recoveries in league play). Sooners’ 97 touchdowns. “They think that our de- Troy Smith, who passes for
“People can say we can’t The time off since OU’s 66- fense is not any good in the only 35 yards.
play defense,” end Jeremy 21 victory over Missouri in the Big 12. They said they are USC intercepts
2004
Beal said. “But we know that Big 12 title game Dec. 6 has going to come and hit us in Chris Weinke GETTY IMAGES Oklahoma’s
we can.” helped the Sooners. Defen- the mouth and we are not Jason White three times
OU’s defenders aren’t, sive end Alan Davis is back in going to be able to sustain it. 3. Florida State 46, Virginia and holds running back
however, fooling themselves the rotation and end Auston So we have to come in there Tech 29 (Jan. 4, 2000): Down Adrian Peterson to 82 yards Willis McGahee of Miami suffered a
regarding the talent on Flori- English is back at full with the attitude that no mat- by 21 points in the first half, on 25 carries. devastating knee injury late in the
da’s offense. strength, which will be key ter what they [do], we have to Virginia Tech scored 22 unan-
2003 Fiesta Bowl. AP/ELAINE THOMPSON
Miami holds
2002
“Florida has a great of- against the Gators’ option. line up and make plays.” swered points to go ahead
Nebraska’s Eric
fense,” tackle Gerald McCoy But the loss of run-stuffing Venables said all the acco- 29-28 with 2:13 left in the third
Crouch to 62 yards passing, That was nasty
said. “Tim Tebow is a great tackle DeMarcus Granger lades due Florida’s offense are quarter at the Sugar Bowl in
and returns one intercep-
player and they have another cannot be overlooked, nor well-deserved. New Orleans. Seminoles quar- One of the most gruesome injuries
tion for a 47-yard score.
great player in Percy Harvin. can the uncertain situation at “We’ll just have to see if we terback Chris Weinke, who came during the Miami-Ohio State
LSU holds
2004
“Florida is a very fast team, middle linebacker as starter can keep up with them,” he finished with 329 yards passing, game in 2003, when Hurricanes
Oklahoma,
but we’re not the slowest de- Austin Box (sprained knee) said. rallied his team to an 18-0 edge running back Willis McGahee in-
which had the nation’s top
fense. We know what’s in front gets re-acclimated after re- in the fourth quarter. jured his left knee early in the
scoring offense, to 154
of us, but we’re not intimidat- turning to practice Wednes- fourth quarter. McGahee, who had
MIKE JONES, 817-390-7760
total yards and finishes 20 carries for 67 yards and a
with five sacks. touchdown, had a record-breaking
BOWL LINEUP Oklahoma season come to a sudden halt.
2001 holds Florida During the regular season, he set
State to 301 total yards — school records for rushing yards
Bowl Date Site Result Attendance 248 below its average — (1,753), attempts (282), rushing
EagleBank Dec. 20 Washington D.C. Wake Forest 29, Navy 19 28,777 and Chris Weinke has no TDs (28) and all-purpose yards
New Mexico Dec. 20 Albuquerque Colorado St. 40, Fresno St. 35 24,735 touchdown passes for the (2,108). He also was fourth nation-
St. Petersburg Dec. 20 St. Petersburg, Fla. South Florida 41, Memphis 14 25,205 first time that season. ally in rushing average (134.9).
Las Vegas Dec. 20 Las Vegas Arizona 31, BYU 21 40,047
New Orleans Dec. 21 New Orleans Southern Miss 30, Troy 27 (OT) 30,197 Tee Martin GETTY IMAGES
Early riser
Poinsettia Dec. 23 San Diego TCU 17, Boise State 16 34,628
In the 2006 season, Florida’s Urban Meyer became the seventh
4. Tennessee 23, Florida
Hawaii Dec. 25 Honolulu Notre Dame 49, Hawaii 21 43,487 coach to win a national title in his first or second year at a school:
State 16 (Jan. 4, 1999): Ten-
Motor City Dec. 26 Detroit Fla. Atlantic 24, Central Mich. 21 41,399 Season Coach School Year
nessee, which finished 13-0,
1942 Paul Brown Ohio State 2nd
Meineke Car Care Dec. 27 Charlotte, N.C. West Virginia 31, North Carolina 30 73,712
won its first title since 1951 a
Champs Sports Dec. 27 Orlando, Fla. Florida St. 42, Wisconsin 13 52,692 1948 Bennie Oosterbaan Michigan 1st
year after Peyton Manning was
Emerald Dec. 27 San Francisco California 24, Miami 17 42,268 1974 Barry Switzer Oklahoma 2nd
selected No. 1 by the Indianapo-
Independence Dec. 28 Shreveport Louisiana Tech 17, Northern Illinois 10 41,567 lis Colts. His replacement, Tee 2000 Bob Stoops Oklahoma 2nd
Martin, completed 11 of 18
PapaJohns.com Dec. 29 Birmingham, Ala. Rutgers 29, N.C. State 23 38,582 2001 Larry Coker Miami (Fla.) 1st
passes for 278 yards and two
Alamo Dec. 29 San Antonio Missouri 30, Northwestern 23 (OT) 55,986 2002 Jim Tressel Ohio State 2nd
touchdowns at the Fiesta Bowl.
Humanitarian Dec. 30 Boise, Idaho Maryland 42, Nevada 35 26,781 2006 Urban Meyer Florida 2nd
Holiday Dec. 30 San Diego Oregon 42, Oklahoma State 31 59,106
Texas Dec. 30 Houston Rice 38, Western Michigan 14 58,880 Record breaking
Armed Forces Dec. 31 Fort Worth Houston 34, Air Force 28 41,127 Eleven players from Miami’s 2001 national title team were selected
in the 2002 NFL Draft, a record and the most by one school since
Sun Bowl Dec. 31 El Paso Oregon St. 3, Pittsburgh 0 49,037
the draft went to seven rounds in 1994. A look at who was drafted:
Music City Dec. 31 Nashville Vanderbilt 16, Boston College 14 54,250
Pos. Name Round Team
Insight Dec. 31 Tempe, Ariz. Kansas 42, Minnesota 21 49,103
OT Bryant McKinnie 1 Minnesota
Chick-fil-A Dec. 31 Atlanta LSU 38, Georgia Tech 3 71,426
TE Jeremy Shockey 1 NY Giants
Outback Jan. 1 Tampa, Fla. Iowa 31, South Carolina 10 55,117
CB Phillip Buchanon 1 Oakland
Capital One Jan. 1 Orlando, Fla. Georgia 24, Michigan St. 12 59,681
S Ed Reed 1 Baltimore
Justin Vincent
Gator Jan. 1 Jacksonville, Fla. Nebraska 26, Clemson 21 67,282 GETTY IMAGES
CB Mike Rumph 1 San Francisco
Rose Jan. 1 Pasadena, Calif. Southern Cal 38, Penn St. 24 92,293
5. LSU 21, Oklahoma 14 (Jan. RB Clinton Portis 2 Denver
Orange Jan. 1 Miami Virginia Tech 20, Cincinnati 7 73,602
4, 2004): In a great defensive OG Martin Bibla 4 Atlanta
Cotton Jan. 2 Dallas Mississippi 47, Texas Tech 34 88,175 matchup, it was the Tigers who
RB Najeh Davenport 4 Green Bay
Liberty Jan. 2 Memphis Kentucky 25, East Carolina 19 56,125 prevailed at the Sugar Bowl for
S James Lewis 6 Indianapolis
Sugar Jan. 2 New Orleans Utah 31, Alabama 17 71,872 their first national title since
WR Daryl Jones 7 NY Giants
1958. Tigers running back Justin
International Jan. 3 Toronto Connecticut 38, Buffalo 20 40,184
OT Joaquin Gonzalez 7 Cleveland
Vincent, named the game’s MVP,
Bowl Date Time Site TV Pairing had 16 carries for 117 yards and
Fiesta Mon. 7 p.m. Glendale, Ariz. Fox Ohio State (10-2) vs. Texas (11-1)
one touchdown. TRAE THOMPSON, 817-390-7760
GMAC Tue. 7 p.m. Mobile, Ala. ESPN Tulsa (10-3) vs. Ball State (12-1)
BCS Nat. Champ. Thu. 7 p.m. Miami Fox Florida (12-1) vs. Oklahoma (12-1)