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4. I do recall that

Reply to rsdsharp (Reply #3)

Sat Nov 23, 2024, 08:28 PM

Nov 23

And I believe Penn State had the opportunity to play Texas but chose the Orange Bowl where they beat Kansas 15-14, but Penn State was a heavy favorite.

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Oklahoma @ Nebraska 23 November 1972. Thanksgiving. [View all] BOSSHOG Nov 23 OP

I remember it well. One of the several "Games of the Century" that happened in the late 60s, early 70s. rsdsharp Nov 23 #1

I don't recall the announcers but they were doing an outstanding BOSSHOG Nov 23 #2

Nixon proclaimed Texas to be national champions after the game in the locker room. rsdsharp Nov 23 #3

I do recall that BOSSHOG Nov 23 #4