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Bear Bryant, Joe Namath, and Dixie: The Last Quarter

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Rising Tide: Bear Bryant, Joe Namath, and Dixie's Last Quarter

by Randy Roberts

4.4 out of 5

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The Legendary Story of the Epic Battle Between Two Football Titans

In the annals of American football, the 1965 Orange Bowl stands as one of the most legendary games ever played. It was a battle between two titans of the sport: Bear Bryant's Alabama Crimson Tide and Joe Namath's New York Jets. The game was a microcosm of the changing landscape of college football, as the old guard of the SEC faced off against the upstart AFL. In the end, it was the Jets who prevailed, in a stunning upset that shocked the nation.

Bryant was one of the most successful college football coaches of all time. He won six national championships at Alabama, and his teams were known for their tough defense and punishing running game. Namath, on the other hand, was a rising star in the AFL. He was a charismatic quarterback with a strong arm and a knack for making big plays. The Jets were a Cinderella team that had surprised everyone by reaching the Orange Bowl.

The game was played in front of a packed crowd at Miami's Orange Bowl stadium. The Crimson Tide were favored by a touchdown, but the Jets came out firing. Namath threw for 288 yards and four touchdowns, leading the Jets to a 27-14 victory. It was a stunning upset that sent shockwaves through the college football world.

The game was a turning point in the history of college football. It marked the beginning of the end of the SEC's dominance of the sport. It also helped to legitimize the AFL, which would eventually merge with the NFL in 1970.

Bear Bryant, Joe Namath, and Dixie: The Last Quarter is the definitive account of this legendary game. The book tells the story of the two teams, the coaches, and the players who made the game possible. It is a fascinating look at one of the most important moments in the history of American football.

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Rising Tide: Bear Bryant, Joe Namath, and Dixie's Last Quarter

by Randy Roberts

4.4 out of 5