


Thousands of fans turned out for the Military Bowl Parade led by the world-famous Budweiser Clydesdales. That proved to be just enough for the Demon Deacons to hold on, capping a sensational Bowl Week punctuated by a sunny day with temperatures soaring into the mid-60s. Wolford, though, threw touchdowns on the next two possessions and by late in the second quarter Wake Forest led 31-7. The American Athletic Conference champions seemed in good shape. It was a surprising victory – especially considering that Temple took a 7-0 lead less than two minutes in following an interception and Walker’s 48-yard touchdown pass to Adonis Jennings on the next play. Wake Forest (7-6) managed only a field goal after an 80-yard kickoff return, leaving its lead at 34-26 with 1:57 left.īut the Demon Deacons’ defense stepped up and forced a turnover on downs, leading to a wild party on the field.Īfterward, Clawson thanked his players for their dedication and, in a postgame press conference, turned to linebacker Thomas Brown – the game’s Most Valuable Player – and joked that the players probably would like a modestly-sized commemorative ring. Aaron Boumerhi’s fourth field goal, a 38-yarder, brought Temple within 31-26 with 3 minutes 39 seconds left. Walker completed 28 of 49 passes for a Military Bowl-record 396 yards and two touchdowns as the Owls (10-4) made a furious rally after halftime under interim coach Ed Foley. The Wake Forest offense went stagnant and Temple rallied behind its standout quarterback Phillip Walker. Wolford completed 10 of 19 passes for 183 yards and two touchdowns, mostly in the first half, as the Demon Deacons scored 31 consecutive points after surrendering an early touchdown.īut Wolford left the game with a strained neck after a violent tackle early in the second half. What a sight it was as Clawson was doused with a large bucket of ice water and Wake Forest’s fans rushed the field in celebration. Everything from the accommodations, the meals, the tours - we’ve had an absolutely magical week here.

“Everybody that helps run the Military Bowl, appreciate ya,” Wake Forest Coach Dave Clawson said.
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