I could probably go on and on about what an unbelievable comeback this was, one of the greatest in my watching bowl games...but
That pretty much says it all.
Here's the thing. ESPN promoted this game as Baylor's high powered offense against MSU's stout defense. I guess that was for the lay fan who didn't watch all season. Michigan State's defense was its biggest weakness this season. They were gouged by big plays constantly. Their motto was, "We can't or won't cover the middle." That was certainly the case today.
As this is about watching the games, I was there the entire first half but when Baylor took the opening second half possession for a score, I wasn't feeling very good. So much so, I was more interested in the Outback Bowl. But something said to not give up on the game, Baylor gave up huge points all over the place all season.
What a fourth quarter. The Spartans certainly didn't give up. Three touchdowns including giving up the ball on the worst interception you'll ever see.
But...
A block in the back on the interception return.
Then a field goal block, that resulted in this:
He's fine, at least he said he was on his Twitter account.
The result, Michigan State driving for the winning score and a mild cardiac episode on Blackhawk Circle.
Michigan State 42 Baylor 41
Notes
-There was a whole lot more. There was this:
390 pound lineman La'Quon McGowan caught a touchdown pass. Baylor was clowning at this point. This guy was also his high school team's kicker.
-ESPN stats indicated after the third quarter Michigan State had a 1.8% chance of winning.
Yep, there was a chance.
-There's a whole of change coming for this Michigan State team. Plenty of guys graduating or going pro. These seniors represented their team and the Big 10 well.
-What did I eat: Nothing, my stomach was sick and then doing back flips, acid back flips.
-Bowl Swag; Shhh, they don't say. Probably a party at Jerry Jones underground lair. Seriously, Jerry Jones could be a Bond villain.
Who cares - the Spartans got what mattered most.
My pick - Michigan State of course, although I do admit it was for low confidence points.
Citrus Bowl.
I did not watch this game. Boy #1 did, the third quarter. From the boy, "There were a bunch of turnovers and a couple field goals." Bowl Quest Rule #2 invoked.
Missouri 33 Minnesota 17
My pick, Missouri.
Rose and Sugar Bowls to come.
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