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Nov 23, 1984 Flutie's Miami Miracle

The stage was set for a classic showdown. On November 23, 1984, the 10th-ranked Boston College Eagles...

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FOOTBALL NAME | Flutie Doug

"Nov 23, 1984 Flutie's Miami Miracle"

Last updated 📅 2024-11-23

The stage was set for a classic showdown. On November 23, 1984, the 10th-ranked Boston College Eagles faced off against the 12th-ranked Miami Hurricanes. With their star quarterback, Doug Flutie, at the helm, BC proved to be a formidable force. Flutie's ability to evade pressure and make plays kept the Miami defense on its toes.

As the clock wound down, BC found themselves trailing by two points. With seconds remaining, Flutie scrambled to his right, evading defenders before launching a Hail Mary pass towards the end zone. The ball hung in the air, seemingly forever, before landing in the hands of Gerard Phelan amidst a crowd of players. The improbable catch sent shockwaves through the football world.

CBS announcer Brent Musburger's iconic call, "I don't believe it!" perfectly captured the disbelief and excitement of the moment. This miraculous play propelled Boston College to victory and cemented Flutie's legacy as one of college football's greatest players. The victory secured BC's spot in the Cotton Bowl and likely sealed Flutie's Heisman Trophy win. This game remains one of the most memorable in college football history, a testament to the power of a Hail Mary pass and the magic of the sport.

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"Hail Flutie The Miraculous Finish of the 1984 "Miami Miracle""

The 1984 college football season witnessed a moment etched forever in sports lore: the "Hail Flutie" game between the Boston College Eagles and the Miami Hurricanes. This wasn't just a game on November 23, 1984; it was a heart-stopping display of resilience, desperation, and a last-second miracle that defied all odds.
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