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Game of the Century: Nebraska vs Oklahoma
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In 1971, the Game of the Century unfolded in Norman, Oklahoma, as number one Nebraska and number two Oklahoma clashed in the Big Eight conference. Both teams had legendary coaching staffs, with Nebraskas Bob Devaney and Oklahomas Chuck Fairbanks leading the charge. The game was a high-scoring battle, with Nebraska ultimately winning 35-31, thanks to a late touchdown pass from Jerry Tagge to Jeff Kinney. The game was sparked by a seventy-two-yard punt return by Nebraskas Johnny Rodgers, who went on to win the Heisman Trophy that year. The game still ranks among the all-time greats and is considered the gold standard for college footballs Game of the Century.
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