Top 10 College Football Moments Of All Time

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Some of the most impressive college players have a high chance of getting drafted onto an NFL team. As a result, there have been a huge number of impressive moments in college football. Here are ten of the greatest performances recorded.

Tyrone Prothro Catch, 2005

Arguably, one of the greatest catches of all time took place in 2005 at the Bryant-Denny Stadium. The Tide’s defeat over Southern Mississippi gained a place in history, thanks to wide receiver Tyrone Prothro.

After catching the ball thrown by quarterback Brodie Croyle, Prothro caused a global phenomenon that became known as “The Catch” of the twenty-first century. Following this, Prothro earned the Pontiac Game Changing Award of the Year, and the play was labeled the Eight Greatest Catch of All Time.

Auburn Makes History 2013

Chris Davis was a key part of the Tigers’ iconic victory in 2013. The cornerback caught the ball nine yards deep in the end zone, and managed to get it to the opposite end zone before the timer went off.

With only one second to go, Davis truly saved the day for Auburn’s football team. The two teams have had a close rivalry for many years, but Davis’ performance on the field was truly legendary.

1969 Ten Year War

Another intense rivalry comes from Michigan and Ohio. The campuses are based 180 miles apart, but Ohio was believed to have the greatest college football team. They were unbeaten until they fell short during the 1969 season. Michigan finished with 24-2, and this was the beginning of the ten-year war between the two rivals.

Tagovailoa’s 2018 Save

2018 saw another huge event within college football. Tagovailoa, a key player who went on to play for the Miami Dolphins, saved the Crimson Tide. As the backup quarterback, Tagovailoa was known for his calm demeanor and ability to figure out the best approach.

The quarterback did not disappoint in 2018, when he stepped onto the field. Tagovailoa made history with his composed approach, and the Tide finished with 13-1 after thirty minutes of the young quarterback replacement entering the game.

Doug Flutie’s Hail Mary 1984

You might have heard the phrase “Hail Flutie”, which comes from the 1984 Boston College quarterback. Doug Flutie was a Heisman Trophy winner, and many have said that he became a legend after a last-minute scramble followed by a sixty-yard heave into the end zone. The Hurricanes came out on top against the Eagles, and it was a truly iconic performance.

Vince Young 2006 Rose Bowl

The only two unbeaten teams of the season were featured in the 2006 Rose Bowl. The USC Trojans went against the Texas Longhorns, and it was one of the most entertaining events of the NCAA.

This is due to the constant back-and-forth contest which led to Texas eventually winning. Vince Young played a significant role in this defeat, as he carried out the winning touchdown.

Boise State Fiesta Bowl

Another historical event took place in the 2007 Fiesta Bowl. The Broncos recorded one of the best college football upsets in history after Ian Johnson’s winning conversion run. These two points helped secure Boise State’s victory over Oklahoma, and it goes to show how significant of a role timing plays in any game of college football.

Stanford Vs California, 1982

This game stands out for the instantaneous win, and the events that followed. After the laterals missed their penalties, a player from California was so excited that he smashed into a trombonist from the Stanford band.

Members of the marching band could then be seen on the field celebrating their team’s win prematurely. The game was still happening, which is why this became known as “The Play”.

Colorado’s Victory 1994

106,000 spectators got to experience the dramatic victory of the Buffaloes in 1994. At The Big House, assistant coach Bill McCartney saw Michael Westbrook in the end zone when time was getting close. Then, Kordell Stewart made a 64-yard throw appear effortless, thanks to his arm strength.

Bluegrass Miracle 2002

The final iconic college football moment is known as the bluegrass miracle of 2002. With little to no time remaining, a Tigers' player threw a 74-yard touchdown which won the game. In a moment when time stood still, audience members at Commonwealth Stadium watched Devery Henderson catch the ball at the 15-yard line before scoring.

Summary

There have been numerous events in college football that have made history and stood out as some of the most intense moments ever. Some of the moments above went on to earn players and teams a selection of honors, awards, and recognition.

Each college football player has demonstrated a highly impressive ability to adapt to new situations, cover large distances on the field, and work well with others on their teams.

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