No. 2 – Texas vs. Alabama – 2010
The only reason that this National Championship matchup isn’t at the No. 1 spot on this list is because quarterback Colt McCoy suffered an injury so early on in the game that expectations seemingly diminished.
If McCoy were to play in this game, there is no doubt that the Longhorns would have defeated Alabama. Young quarterback Garrett Gilbert threw four interceptions on college football’s biggest stage.
To make it this far and lose your most important player is nonetheless heartbreaking.
Final Score: 21-37