The recent bowl game on December 27, 2018, showcased Baylor’s impressive turnaround. After only one win last year, the Bears secured seven wins this season, thanks to a strong performance by Matt Rhule’s squad. Charlie Brewer stood out as a valuable player for the team, contributing 493 yards. Trestan Ebner and Denzel Mims also played crucial roles.
Another significant moment was Jonathan Taylor’s return to Wisconsin, bringing joy to the Badgers with a remarkable performance of 205 yards in the New Era Pinstripe Bowl. Additionally, Duke’s victory over Temple marked their third consecutive bowl game win under coach David Cutcliffe.
On December 26, an intense matchup between Auburn and Arizona featured 12 touchdowns and nine interceptions, reflecting the season’s competitiveness. Minnesota’s win against Georgia Tech was notable for spoiling coach Paul Johnson’s farewell with a victory led by P.J. Fleck’s young team.
Moving back to December 22, Amik Robertson delivered a standout performance in the second half as Bulldogs defeated Hawai’i 31-14 in the SofiHawai’i Bowl. Troy’s 42-32 victory over Buffalo also caught attention on the same day. On December 21, BYU emerged victorious against Western Michigan with a score of 49-18, featuring a remarkable comeback by Zach Wilson. In another match on the same day, FIU secured a 35-32 win over Toledo.
