Florida State Takes Halftime Lead in Sugar Bowl National Championship Game

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The Florida State Seminoles took control of the Sugar Bowl national championship game at halftime, leading Virginia Tech 14-7. Peter Warrick, who had a crucial touchdown catch, highlighted the opening two quarters with key plays. Despite struggling early, the Seminoles broke loose on a series of big plays, including a 64-yard touchdown pass from Chris Weinke to Warrick. Virginia Tech's lone touchdown came on a 49-yard throw from Michael Vick to Andre Davis.

Key Takeaways:

  • Florida State took a 14-7 halftime lead in the Sugar Bowl national championship game against Virginia Tech.
  • Peter Warrick was a key player in the opening two quarters, scoring a touchdown and completing several crucial catches.
  • Chris Weinke threw two touchdown passes, including a 64-yarder to Warrick, and a 61-yard pass to Ron Dugans.
  • Virginia Tech's lone touchdown came on a 49-yard throw from Michael Vick to Andre Davis.
  • Florida State struggled early in the game, with the ball for only 57 seconds in the first 11 minutes.
  • The Seminoles had a critical first down on a 16-yard pass from Chris Weinke to Ron Dugans.
  • Tommy Polley blocked a Virginia Tech punt, allowing Jeff Chaney to return it for a touchdown.
  • Peter Warrick outran Virginia Tech safety Nick Sorenson to the end zone on a 35-yard catch.

Statistics:

  • Florida State led Virginia Tech 14-7 at halftime.
  • Peter Warrick had a 64-yard touchdown catch in the first quarter.
  • Chris Weinke threw two touchdown passes in the first half.
  • Virginia Tech's lone touchdown came on a 49-yard pass from Michael Vick to Andre Davis.
  • Florida State had only 57 seconds of possession time in the first 11 minutes.
  • The Seminoles had two critical first downs, including a 16-yard pass from Chris Weinke to Ron Dugans.
  • Tommy Polley blocked a Virginia Tech punt, allowing Jeff Chaney to return it for a touchdown.

Sources:

  • UPI, New Orleans, Jan. 4