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In the "Rematch of the Century" between No. 1 LSU and No. 2 Alabama, the Crimson Tide won the BCS national championship 21-0.

The teams are in New Orleans gearing up for the BCS National Championship game. Check out this slideshow of pictures that are all things BCS.

  • Sunday, January 8 2012 6:39 PM EST2012-01-08 23:39:53 GMT
    The pre-game media interviews are done. All that is left now is a football game.
  • Sunday, January 8 2012 2:31 PM EST2012-01-08 19:31:25 GMT
    The following is a transcript of comments from LSU head football coach Les Miles to reporters in New Orleans on Sunday, Jan. 8, 2012, as the Tigers prepared to play the Alabama Crimson Tide for the BCS National Championship.
  • Saturday, January 7 2012 5:56 PM EST2012-01-07 22:56:25 GMT
    Coach Stud answered questions about Alabama's defense, his friendship with Coach Steve Kragthorpe and how Kragthorpe's illness affected him, the rest of the staff, and the team.
  • Saturday, January 7 2012 11:53 AM EST2012-01-07 16:53:54 GMT
    Alabama defensive coordinator Kirby Smart was asked what it was like to work for Nick Saban, if he thinks he is ready to be a head coach (which he said he is ready,) and what it will take to stop LSU on Monday.
  • Saturday, January 7 2012 9:00 AM EST2012-01-07 14:00:53 GMT
    The idea that Alabama and LSU are filled with players who constantly "trash talk" each other depends on your definition of the phrase.
  • Friday, January 6 2012 10:30 PM EST2012-01-07 03:30:51 GMT
    From shopping trips for Mrs. Saban to eating AstroTurf, here are some of the more interesting comments overheard Friday at the BCS Media Day.
  • Friday, January 6 2012 6:28 PM EST2012-01-06 23:28:26 GMT
    Read quotes from several LSU players questioned Friday at BCS Media Day in New Orleans.
  • Friday, January 6 2012 5:58 PM EST2012-01-06 22:58:57 GMT
    Below is a transcript of comments made by LSU head football coach Les Miles at BCS Media Day on Friday, as provided by the Sugar Bowl.
  • Jan 5, 2012 02:39 PM 2012-01-06 10:22:01 GMT
    LSU's Tyrann Mathieu has quickly risen to become one of the biggest stars of the team. FOX Sports recently interviewed him about his painful upbringing.
  • Thursday, January 5 2012 7:49 PM EST2012-01-06 00:49:52 GMT
    LSU defensive back Tyrann Mathieu enjoys his celebrity status as the "honey badger," especially when learning what a honey badger actually is.
  • Thursday, January 5 2012 7:32 PM EST2012-01-06 00:32:26 GMT
    For Morris Clairborne, there are very few surprises about the Alabama Crimson Tide.
  • Thursday, January 5 2012 7:05 PM EST2012-01-06 00:05:16 GMT
    Alabama quarterback A.J. McCarron wants to see more than two field goals Monday against the LSU Tigers.
  • Thursday, January 5 2012 6:16 PM EST2012-01-05 23:16:23 GMT
    Below is a transcript of comments made Thursday, Jan. 5, 2012, by LSU defensive coordinator John Chavis, DT Michael Brockers, CB Morris Clairborne, DB Tyrann "Honey Badger" Mathieu, S Eric Reid, and S Brandon Taylor.  The comments were made during interviews prior to the BCS National Championship game on Monday, Jan. 9, 2012, between the Alabama Crimson Tide and the LSU Tigers.
  • Thursday, January 5 2012 6:09 PM EST2012-01-05 23:09:00 GMT
    Below is a transcript of comments made Thursday, Jan. 5, 2012, by Alabama offensive coordinator Jim McElwain, quarterback A.J. McCarron, running back Trent Richardson, offensive lineman Barrett Jones, center William Vlachos, and wide receiver Marquis Maze.  The comments were made during interviews prior to the BCS National Championship game on Monday, Jan. 9, 2012, between the Alabama Crimson Tide and the LSU Tigers.
  • Thursday, January 5 2012 2:57 PM EST2012-01-05 19:57:26 GMT
    Alabama offensive players fielded questions from the media Thursday and one of the Crimson Tide's wide receivers has lots of respect for LSU's No. 7.
  • Jan 5, 2012 05:04 AM 2012-01-05 12:27:43 GMT
    A husband and wife disagree on where their loyalties lie for LSU-Bama part two. The house is so divided, even the dogs bark for different teams.
  • Thursday, January 5 2012 4:58 AM EST2012-01-05 09:58:00 GMT
    The Allstate Fan Fest is free to the public between 12 p.m. and 8 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday before the Allstate BCS National Championship™.
  • Wednesday, January 4 2012 9:39 AM EST2012-01-04 14:39:02 GMT
    The LSU Tigers spent their last night in Baton Rouge before the BCS national championship game next week. They practice in New Orleans on Wednesday.
  • Dec 28, 2011 04:34 AM 2011-12-28 11:15:27 GMT
    Fans who want to watch the rematch between LSU and Alabama will most likely have to shell out at least $1,000 just to get through the doors.
  • Dec 23, 2011 05:44 AM 2011-12-23 13:53:29 GMT
    Alabama running back Trent Richardson said the Crimson Tide's upcoming battle with LSU for the BCS National Championship will be a "slugfest."
  • Wednesday, December 21 2011 9:42 PM EST2011-12-22 02:42:49 GMT
    Most hotels in New Orleans are booked to capacity for the BCS Championship game. But Baton Rouge hotels have stepped up offering competitive packages to guests that include a ride to and from the Big Easy.
  • Dec 20, 2011 08:38 PM 2011-12-21 12:45:02 GMT
    An 8th grader turned in 600 signatures to his principal from people who believe the school should be closed the day of the BCS National Championship.
  • Friday, December 16 2011 3:11 PM EST2011-12-16 20:11:46 GMT
    LSU head football coach Les Miles met with the media for an extended period of time Friday afternoon, fielding over 50 questions as his Tigers prepare for their BCS National Championship rematch with Alabama.
  • Dec 5, 2011 05:55 PM 2011-12-06 13:20:35 GMT
    LSU cornerback Tyrann Mathieu, nicknamed the "Honey Badger," was named as one of five finalists for the Heisman Trophy. The winner will be announced Saturday.
  • Dec 5, 2011 06:56 PM 2011-12-06 12:05:49 GMT
    LSU and Alabama part two is set. If fans want a ticket, it will cost them quite a bit. The lowest ticket price found for the terrace is over $1,300.
  • Monday, December 5 2011 12:59 PM EST2011-12-05 17:59:14 GMT
    The American Football Coaches Assoc. announced Monday LSU cornerback Morris Claiborne has been named to the 2011 AFCA FBS Coaches' All-America Team.
  • Monday, December 5 2011 12:00 AM EST2011-12-05 05:00:05 GMT
    Virginia Tech will battle Michigan in the Sugar Bowl, while Virginia eyes Auburn in the Chick-Fil-A Bowl.
  • Saturday, December 3 2011 9:40 PM EST2011-12-04 02:40:43 GMT
    Top-ranked and unbeaten LSU can begin preparation for the BCS title game after locking up the SEC title with an impressive second half against No. 12 Georgia.
  • Tuesday, November 29 2011 5:31 PM EST2011-11-29 22:31:56 GMT
    Despite the fact LSU has likely already punched a ticket to the BCS National Championship, the SEC Championship is still very important.
  • THE MODERATOR: Good afternoon, everyone. Welcome to today's SEC Football Championship student athlete teleconference. My name is Chuck Dunlap, Associate Director at the SEC. I will moderate this call
  • THE MODERATOR: Will Blackwell, Brandon Taylor, and Morris Claiborne. LSU, are you on the line? We've got offensive lineman Will Blackwell right here. Will, good afternoon. How are you? While we
  • Monday, November 28 2011 7:24 AM EST2011-11-28 12:24:07 GMT
    Now that LSU has another victory in the books, the team is looking to the SEC championship game against Georgia and Tiger fans are getting ready.
  • Sunday, November 27 2011 8:23 AM EST2011-11-27 13:23:40 GMT
    AUBURN, Ala. – The No. 2 ranked Alabama football team beat No. 24 Auburn, 42-14, in Jordan-Hare Stadium Saturday, going to 11-1 on the season and 7-1 in Southeastern Conference play while the Tigers fell

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Rose Bowl, presented by Vizio
5 p.m. ET - Jan. 2, 2012
Wisconsin vs. Oregon
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Rose Bowl Stadium
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Tostitos Fiesta Bowl
8:30 p.m. ET - Jan 2, 2012
Stanford vs. Oklahoma State
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8:30 p.m. ET - Jan. 3, 2012
Michigan vs. Virginia Tech
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Louisiana Superdome
New Orleans, LA

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8:30 p.m. ET - Jan. 4 , 2012
West Virginia vs. Clemson
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Sun Life Stadium
Miami Gardens, FL

Allstate BCS National Championship Game
9 p.m. ET - Jan. 9, 2012
LSU vs. Alabama
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Louisiana Superdome
New Orleans, LA