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The BCS Championship game was definitely a letdown for many people, particularly those in Indiana. However, there are plenty of good things to take away from the college football finale. The Notre Dame program has taken leaps forward in one season, in a way that doesn’t usually happen without multiple seasons and great coaching. Next, the team will benefit by being in a great position to recruit new players.

The Alabama Crimson Tide will be the first team to repeat national championships in quite a long time. Also, they have won three of the past four championships total, an astronomical number that’s nearly impossible to achieve. Most of the critics feel that this feat will never be repeated again. It is definitely a monumental accomplishment which has also helped Alabama quarterback A.J. McCarron’s chances to get drafted in the first round.

The game highlights were extremely one-sided even from the beginning. When the game started Alabama was clearly in control. Alabama possessed the ball for 10 minutes more than Notre Dame in the first half alone. The score also reflected that domination, as the Crimson Tide scored four touchdowns (28 points) in the first half. Notre Dame’s national linebacking sensation, Manti Te’o, did not play like his usual self. Instead, he looked quite slow and was unable to stop either of Alabama’s running backs at the point of attack.

The game was a rather high-scoring affair as Alabama eventually tallied 42 points, a miraculous feat in and of itself given Notre Dame’s undefeated season. We will see how this will play into next season’s rankings, attract a better class of recruits and increase bowl game exposure for both high-powered football programs.

Unfortunately, games of this caliber and importance do not come along very often. The players play harder because the stakes are higher. Injuries riddled both teams as a result. Take Barrett Jones, for example. The Alabama center played the entire game with a torn ligament in his foot, while knowing the risk. Next, Alabama Linebacker, C.J. Mosley suffered from a serious knee injury that Coach Nick Saban stated was “not serious”.

On the opposite side of the field, Notre Dame also had a significant loss. Kapron Lewis-Moore actually suffered a severe knee injury. He will have to endure surgery due to a catastrophic ACL injury. Also, severe leg cramps plagued Notre Dame quarterback, Everett Golson near half-time. These injuries all call for the need for better safety measures during high-stakes games. Several of the injured players were slated to begin meaningful workouts for their NFL draft portfolios. The injuries could completely wipe out their chances for a spot.

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This weekend brought earth-shattering stories to the forefront of the sports world. With the NFL-season in full swing, many fans don’t realize how short the NCAA football season actually is. As a result, official BCS standings are becoming more and more relevant by the day.

Alabama Crimson Tide had been the fan favorite to walk away with the BCS title, especially after the convincing defeat of Les Miles’s LSU Tigers, another SEC juggernaut. However, after a jaw dropping defeat Alabama has fallen three spots in the BCS standings to number four. Now the Crimson Tide is on the outside looking in and will almost certainly not get a chance to play in the BCS title game.

If the season were over today, then the high-profile Oregon Ducks would play the Kansas State Wildcats, the biggest surprise of college football this year. Both teams match up exceptionally well, and the only sure thing is that this would be an explosive game.

In other news, NFL players suffered from an inordinate number of concussions and related injuries this weekend. Many critics are pointing to the up-tempo speed of the game and the comparatively unsophisticated professional equipment that the NFL provides as the causes.

Most of the injured players are high profile starters on their team, including three star quarterbacks. Jay Cutler of the Chicago Bears took a vicious hit during Sunday night’s showdown versus the Texans. Next, the Philadelphia Eagles’ quarterback, Michael Vick, was knocked out of the game with a concussion, a hit that allowed the Dallas Cowboys to capitalize on the weakened Eagles. Finally, the San Francisco 49ers’ Alex Smith was taken off the field with concussion-like symptoms during a game against the St. Louis Rams.

Many fans pointed to the fact that none of these teams could muster a win. However, we feel the unifying theme is that these players are lucky to be okay! We wish you speedy recoveries!

In basketball-related news, the Los Angeles Lakers have fired controversial coach Mike Brown following the Los Angeles Lakers’ reportedly disappointing start combined with Lakers fans’ high expectations for the season. Top-ranked center Dwight Howard left the Orlando Magic for his chance to become a part of a championship-caliber team. Also, veteran guard Steve Nash joined the Lakers this offseason in hopes to secure his own place in history this season. New Coach Mike D’Antoni is expected to turn the season around before it heads any further in the wrong direction.

Lastly, one of the most enduring records in the soccer world, set by Pelé in 1958 for most goals scored in a calendar year, was shattered by international soccer sensation Lionel Messi. Once again, he was named man of the match during the momentous event. Arguably the best player on the world stage, Messi has gone on record claiming none of the goals he scores are as meaningful as the ones he dreams of scoring at the highest level of the game: the World Cup. He has been unable to secure a World Cup title for his native land, Argentina. Perhaps in the upcoming world trials he will be ready for another chance to make this title a reality.

*Scientists have no conclusive evidence as to whether or how the reduction of g forces during impacts reduces the number or degree of concussions and head injuries. GelDefender^TM products provide supplemental padding as well as cooling and comfort benefits when used with helmets and caps. Participants in activities in which head impacts can occur should always use tested and approved helmets for protection. However, no helmet or supplemental padding can protect the user from all serious head or neck injuries that can result from impacts.