Alabama wins 37-21, but “what could’ve been” steals the show
Posted by Keith Arnold on January 8, 2010 12:04 AM ET
In a game that defied logic and explanation, Alabama survived a late rally by Texas led by its backup quarterback Garrett Gilbert and star receiver Jordan Shipley, and rebounded to win 37-21.

While Alabama deserves all the credit in the world, you can’t help but wonder what would’ve happened if Colt McCoy lasted more than five plays. Texas came out early and dominated thanks to some uncharacteristically sloppy play and a questionable fake punt call, but McCoy went down with a shoulder injury and the Longhorns could never capitalize.

After the game, McCoy was speechless when asked by ESPN’s Lisa Salters what he would’ve given to be out there with his teammates. Fighting his emotions, McCoy explained that he wasn’t in any pain, but simply couldn’t feel his arm, before congratulating Alabama on a game well played.

Alabama was a deserving National Champion, but you can’t help but wonder what could’ve been if McCoy and Texas played a complete game.

http://collegefootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2010/01/08/alabama-wins-37-21-but-what-couldve-been-steals-the-show/

Now I am truly angry….this is an example of just one of many articles I read this morning….spewing the same utter nonsense…”what could’ve been” because Colt McCoy got knocked out early….football is a team sport…not a one person sport…every football game I have ever watch could have used the same excuse for a team losing…”what could’ve been” if that pass had been completed…”what could’ve been” if we hadn’t thrown the interception…”what could’ve been” if the ref’s hadn’t made that bad call…”what could’ve been” if the coach would have called a better game…”what could’ve beens” are nothing but excuses. I tell you what “WHAT WOULD HAVE BEEN ” if Colt McCoy hadn’t got knocked out of the game early…Alabama’s defense would still have dominated and Alabama would still have been crowned National Champions. Alabama has played with pride, toughness and class all year long. They deserve the title of National Champions without the “what could’ve beens” being thrown their way. Every time I read or hear the phrase of “what could’ve been” my only comment will be “Shut up”.

Tags: Alabama, BCS, Bowl Championship Series, College Football, NCAA College Football

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