Michigan 21, Washington State 16
Michigan staked its claim to its first national championship in 49 years by rallying behind Brian Griese and Heisman Trophy winner Charles Woodson for a 21-16 victory over Washington State in the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California.

Recap | Game Summary

A matchup of future -- and maybe not too-distant future -- NFL first-rounders: Do-it-all CB and Heisman Trophy winner Charles Woodson (43 tackles, 7 INT, 4 TDs) of Michigan meets Washington State's Heisman candidate and Drew Bledsoe clone, QB Ryan Leaf (33 TD s, 3,637 yards).

It's seems simple enough. Michigan's defense, tops in the nation, has allowed only 8.9 points a game while Washington State has racked up 42.4 points and more than 502 yards a game, both the second-best marks in the country. It may not be Leaf vs. Woodson , but it's close. If the Michigan defense can be cracked, the Washington State offense may be the one to do it.

Michigan's D has allowed only four touchdown passes all season.

Michigan 34, Washington State 27