College football games are always exciting and thrilling to watch. With so many teams playing every week, fans are always eager to see which team wins and which team loses. However, there have been some games that have stood out from the rest. One such game is the highest scoring college football game since 2000.
The Game
The highest scoring college football game since 2000 was played on November 1, 2008, between the Western Michigan Broncos and the Buffalo Bulls. The game was played at UB Stadium in Buffalo, New York. The final score of the game was 71-68 in favor of the Broncos.
The Teams
The Western Michigan Broncos and the Buffalo Bulls are both members of the Mid-American Conference (MAC). The Broncos were led by quarterback Tim Hiller, who threw for 455 yards and six touchdowns in the game. The Bulls were led by quarterback Drew Willy, who threw for 509 yards and five touchdowns.
The Scoring
The game was a back-and-forth affair, with both teams scoring touchdowns throughout the game. The Broncos scored the first touchdown of the game, but the Bulls quickly responded with a touchdown of their own. The game was tied at 14-14 at the end of the first quarter.The second quarter saw even more scoring, with both teams combining for 35 points. The Broncos took a 35-28 lead into halftime.The third quarter was a bit slower, with both teams only scoring one touchdown each. The Broncos led 49-41 heading into the fourth quarter.The fourth quarter was where the game really became exciting. The Bulls scored three touchdowns in the quarter, while the Broncos scored two. The game was tied at 68-68 with just over a minute left in the game.The Broncos then drove down the field and kicked a field goal to take a 71-68 lead with just 32 seconds left in the game. The Bulls had one more chance to tie the game, but their last-second field goal attempt was blocked by the Broncos.
The Aftermath
The game was one of the most exciting college football games in history. It set several records, including the most combined points in a college football game (139) and the most combined yards in a college football game (1,279).The game also had a big impact on the MAC standings. The Broncos went on to win the MAC West division and played in the MAC Championship game, while the Bulls finished third in the MAC East division.
Conclusion
The highest scoring college football game since 2000 was a thrilling and exciting game between the Western Michigan Broncos and the Buffalo Bulls. The game set several records and had a big impact on the MAC standings. It will always be remembered as one of the greatest college football games in history.
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