Delve into the impact of critical college football matchups in history and how they influenced the game we cherish today.
Summary
- 2007 Backyard Brawl: How WVU vs. Pitt altered coaching careers and conference affiliations.
- 2011 Iowa State vs. Oklahoma State: The game that reshaped the postseason landscape.
- 1985 Air Force vs. BYU: A match with implications for conference legitimacy.
- Notre Dame vs. Army, 1913: Changing the game with the forward pass.
West Virginia vs. Pitt: A Game of Thrones
The 2007 Backyard Brawl between West Virginia and Pitt not only decided a game but potentially altered coaching dynasties and conference alignments. How different would college football look if the Mountaineers had emerged victorious?
Iowa State Shakes the System
The 2011 clash between Iowa State and Oklahoma State sent shockwaves through the college football landscape, paving the way for the evolution of the playoff format we witness today.
The Air Force Legacy
Examining the ramifications of Air Force’s encounter with BYU in 1985 and the potential chain reactions that could have reshaped the conference landscape.
Notre Dame Paves the Way
Discover how Notre Dame’s triumph over Army in 1913 revolutionized the game with the innovative use of the forward pass, altering the course of football history.