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Buffaloes Upset Horns in 2001 Big 12 Championship Thriller!

With all due apologies to FDR, Dec. 1, 2001 is a day that will live in infamy for fans of the Texas Longhorns.
To understand the magnitude of Texas' 39-37 loss to Colorado that day in the Big 12... — www.burntorangenation.com

The 2001 Big 12 Championship Game was a thrilling encounter between the #7 Colorado Buffaloes and the #3 Texas Longhorns. In a game marked by offensive fireworks and late-game drama, Colorado emerged victorious, securing their first Big 12 title.


Date: December 1, 2001
Location: Reliant Stadium, Houston, TX
Final Score: Colorado 39, Texas 37

Key Moments:

Colorado jumped out to an early lead, taking advantage of a Texas fumble to score a quick touchdown.
The Longhorns responded with a dominant second quarter, scoring three unanswered touchdowns to take a 24-14 halftime lead.


The second half saw a back-and-forth battle, with each team trading touchdowns.


With just over a minute remaining and the score tied at 37, Colorado quarterback Bobby Pesavento orchestrated a crucial drive.


Pesavento capped the drive with a 4-yard touchdown run to give Colorado the lead with 28 seconds left.
Texas' desperate attempt to tie the game fell short, sealing Colorado's victory.


Impact:


Colorado's win over Texas was a major upset, solidifying their place as a top team in the nation.
The game marked the culmination of a remarkable turnaround for Colorado, who had finished the previous season with a 3-8 record.


The victory cemented the legacy of Colorado head coach Gary Barnett and quarterback Bobby Pesavento.
The 2001 Colorado-Texas game remains a classic encounter, remembered for its high-scoring action and dramatic finish.


Additional Notes:


The game featured outstanding individual performances, including Colorado wide receiver Jeremy Bloom's 168 receiving yards and Texas quarterback Chris Simms' 393 passing yards.


The attendance at Reliant Stadium was over 72,000, setting a new record for a Big 12 Championship Game.

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