2004 FedEx Orange Bowl Game (DVD, 2004)

On January 1, 2004, the Big East Champion Miami Hurricanes met the ACC Champion Florida State Seminoles in the 2004 FedEx Orange Bowl. The clash of these arch-rivals pitted two of the best college football programs from the past two decades in an in-state showdown. Miami struggled early and got behind 14-3 but managed to pull to within 1 at the half, trailing only 14-13. Miami's dominating second half defense shut out the Florida State offense and held the FSU passing game to only six completions and 96 net yards for the entire game. Meanwhile, the Hurricanes stayed on the ground, punishing Florida State's defense by grinding out 218 rushing yards to become the 2004 FedEx Orange Bowl Champions.

This game was a rematch from earlier in the season. The only part of the game that really stands out is the fake punt by Miami in the fourth quarter which was run by D.J. Williams. Miami played an awesome defensive game led by then defensive coordinator Randy Shannon. As a Miami Huricanes fan, I simply purchased this to add to my collection. Take care and enjoy!