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batted balls · 01-15-2007, 09:37 PM

South Bend, Ind.--It hardly seems fair. Yet, it happened.

Uwe von Schamann hooked a potential game-tying 27-yard field goal wide right as time expired. The miss allowed Notre Dame to escape with a 37-34 victory and send the Fighting Irish into the All-American Football League post-season.

"Obviously you feel badly for Uwe," said Oklahoma head coach Bud Wilkinson. "We had our chances."

The contest featured offense galore as the two teams traded scores back and forth throughout the title-deciding game. Notre Dame held a 21-20 halftime lead thanks to a missed extra point by von Schamann.

Yet, Oklahoma broke through in the second half and built a 34-27 lead early in the fourth quarter when Jason White found Billy Vessels alone in the end zone for a six-yard score. After a John Carney field goal cut the lead to 34-30, the Irish defense stiffened and forced Oklahoma to punt.

"If we make a few first downs there, the game is probably over," said White.

Instead, taking over on its own 23-yard line Notre Dame began mixing the pass and the run and drove to the Sooner five with 1:01 left. However, three straight Brady Quinn incompletions (including a drop by receiver Maurice Stovall) left the Irish with a fourth and goal.

"We've been in tough spots all season long," said Quinn. "Once again, fortune smiled on us."

Forced from the pocket, Quinn scrambled to his left and found a wide-open Ken McAfee in the end zone for the deciding touchdown.

Oklahoma refused to concede the game. Out of time outs, White hooked up with Tommy McDonald on a 48-yard pass play that set up von Schamann's hurried field goal attempt.

"I knew we had to hurry," said von Schamann. "Maybe I rushed it too much. I don't know. That's a kick I should have made."

The loss spoiled a career day by Oklahoma running back Clendon Thomas who ran for 118 yards and three touchdowns (including an 80-yard run to start the second half).

Quinn starred for the Irish by completing 9-of-15 throws for two touchdowns.

The victory sends Notre Dame (7-0) into the AAFL playoffs. The Irish will face either Texas or Nebraska in the Orange Bowl national semi-final.

Michigan 35, Ohio State 16

The Wolverines got the best of their arch-rivals in the season finale for both teams.

Desmond Howard returned the opening kickoff of the second half 98 yards for a touchdown sending Michigan to victory.

"That was the back breaker," said Ohio State head coach Woody Hayes.

The Wolverines showed balance. Michigan scored on TD runs by Jamie Morris and Tyrone Wheatley. The Wolverines also got touchdowns on passes by Jim Harbaugh and Brian Griese.

Ohio State's touchdowns came on runs by Archie Griffin and Eddie George. The Buckeyes also scored on a safety that resulted from a blocked punt.

"Looking back," said Michigan head coach Bo Schembechler. "If we hold on and win the Notre Dame, we're in the post-season."

Michigan lost to the Irish in week two on a last-second pass play that covered 68 yards.

Michigan State 21, Purdue 16

It may have taken until the final week of the season but the Spartans finally broke into the win column.

Down 14-0, Michigan State rallied thanks to the combined running of Scott Greene and Blake Ezor. Both backs scored touchdowns as the Spartans tied the game.

"Those two get overlooked a lot by people," said Michigan State head coach Duffy Daugherty. "They showed us what they can do today."

So did quarterback Jimmy Raye. The seldom-used signal caller put the Spartans ahead to stay by throwing a 14-yard touchdown pass to Gene Washington.

The Spartan defense then put the clamps on Purdue. Michigan State registered six sacks--four coming in the final quarter. Bubba Smith wound up with 21 tackles, including two sacks.

Drew Brees threw for 226 yards and two touchdowns for the Boilermakers. However, Brees completed just one pass in the fourth quarter.

Wisconsin 49, Illinois 21

The Badger defense battered Illinois all day long.

Wisconsin recorded an AAFL-record six interceptions, recovered a fumble and sacked Illini quarterbacks six times en route to the lopsided victory.

With the defense giving the offense key field position, Brian Calhoun and Ralph Kurek each scored two touchdowns for Wisconsin. John Stocco and Darrell Bevell each tossed TD passes.

"They were in our face on nearly every play," said Illinois quarterback Kurt Kittner who threw three interceptions.

Wisconsin head coach Barry Alvarez said, "This is a stepping stone for next season. If our defense gives us outings like this, we'll be tough to beat."

Final Midwest Standings
Notre Dame 7-0
Oklahoma 5-2
Michigan 5-2
Ohio State 4-3
Purdue 3-4
Wisconsin 2-5
Illinois 1-6
Michigan State 1-6

Midwest Player of the Week: Bubba Smith, Michigan State (shown below)

01-15-2007, 09:37 PM	#77
batted balls All Star Starter Join Date: May 2003 Location: White Sox Country Posts: 1,323	AAFL Midwest: Yet Another Comeback Nets Irish Playoff Berth South Bend, Ind.--It hardly seems fair. Yet, it happened. Uwe von Schamann hooked a potential game-tying 27-yard field goal wide right as time expired. The miss allowed Notre Dame to escape with a 37-34 victory and send the Fighting Irish into the All-American Football League post-season. "Obviously you feel badly for Uwe," said Oklahoma head coach Bud Wilkinson. "We had our chances." The contest featured offense galore as the two teams traded scores back and forth throughout the title-deciding game. Notre Dame held a 21-20 halftime lead thanks to a missed extra point by von Schamann. Yet, Oklahoma broke through in the second half and built a 34-27 lead early in the fourth quarter when Jason White found Billy Vessels alone in the end zone for a six-yard score. After a John Carney field goal cut the lead to 34-30, the Irish defense stiffened and forced Oklahoma to punt. "If we make a few first downs there, the game is probably over," said White. Instead, taking over on its own 23-yard line Notre Dame began mixing the pass and the run and drove to the Sooner five with 1:01 left. However, three straight Brady Quinn incompletions (including a drop by receiver Maurice Stovall) left the Irish with a fourth and goal. "We've been in tough spots all season long," said Quinn. "Once again, fortune smiled on us." Forced from the pocket, Quinn scrambled to his left and found a wide-open Ken McAfee in the end zone for the deciding touchdown. Oklahoma refused to concede the game. Out of time outs, White hooked up with Tommy McDonald on a 48-yard pass play that set up von Schamann's hurried field goal attempt. "I knew we had to hurry," said von Schamann. "Maybe I rushed it too much. I don't know. That's a kick I should have made." The loss spoiled a career day by Oklahoma running back Clendon Thomas who ran for 118 yards and three touchdowns (including an 80-yard run to start the second half). Quinn starred for the Irish by completing 9-of-15 throws for two touchdowns. The victory sends Notre Dame (7-0) into the AAFL playoffs. The Irish will face either Texas or Nebraska in the Orange Bowl national semi-final. Michigan 35, Ohio State 16 The Wolverines got the best of their arch-rivals in the season finale for both teams. Desmond Howard returned the opening kickoff of the second half 98 yards for a touchdown sending Michigan to victory. "That was the back breaker," said Ohio State head coach Woody Hayes. The Wolverines showed balance. Michigan scored on TD runs by Jamie Morris and Tyrone Wheatley. The Wolverines also got touchdowns on passes by Jim Harbaugh and Brian Griese. Ohio State's touchdowns came on runs by Archie Griffin and Eddie George. The Buckeyes also scored on a safety that resulted from a blocked punt. "Looking back," said Michigan head coach Bo Schembechler. "If we hold on and win the Notre Dame, we're in the post-season." Michigan lost to the Irish in week two on a last-second pass play that covered 68 yards. Michigan State 21, Purdue 16 It may have taken until the final week of the season but the Spartans finally broke into the win column. Down 14-0, Michigan State rallied thanks to the combined running of Scott Greene and Blake Ezor. Both backs scored touchdowns as the Spartans tied the game. "Those two get overlooked a lot by people," said Michigan State head coach Duffy Daugherty. "They showed us what they can do today." So did quarterback Jimmy Raye. The seldom-used signal caller put the Spartans ahead to stay by throwing a 14-yard touchdown pass to Gene Washington. The Spartan defense then put the clamps on Purdue. Michigan State registered six sacks--four coming in the final quarter. Bubba Smith wound up with 21 tackles, including two sacks. Drew Brees threw for 226 yards and two touchdowns for the Boilermakers. However, Brees completed just one pass in the fourth quarter. Wisconsin 49, Illinois 21 The Badger defense battered Illinois all day long. Wisconsin recorded an AAFL-record six interceptions, recovered a fumble and sacked Illini quarterbacks six times en route to the lopsided victory. With the defense giving the offense key field position, Brian Calhoun and Ralph Kurek each scored two touchdowns for Wisconsin. John Stocco and Darrell Bevell each tossed TD passes. "They were in our face on nearly every play," said Illinois quarterback Kurt Kittner who threw three interceptions. Wisconsin head coach Barry Alvarez said, "This is a stepping stone for next season. If our defense gives us outings like this, we'll be tough to beat." Final Midwest Standings Notre Dame 7-0 Oklahoma 5-2 Michigan 5-2 Ohio State 4-3 Purdue 3-4 Wisconsin 2-5 Illinois 1-6 Michigan State 1-6 Midwest Player of the Week: Bubba Smith, Michigan State (shown below) Attached Images __________________ White Sox fan since 1972 Last edited by batted balls; 01-15-2007 at 09:53 PM.