Biggest Second Half of Season Comebacks in College Football

1. Clemson

Ranked ninth preseason, Clemson was sent into a tailspin by Alabama in week one. The beleaguered Tigers were 3-4 on November 1st as they traveled to Boston with their new coach. They went 4-1 the rest of the way, thumping arch rival South Carolina 31-14 the last day of the season in front of the home crowd. Playing on January 1st in the Gator bowl.

2. Rutgers

Didn't handle the departure of Ray Rice very well, starting the season a disastrous 1-6, including a loss to Navy. Finished the season with six straight victories, blowing out no. 17 Pittsburgh, South Florida and Louisville. Made Papa John's bowl against NC State.

3. Ole Miss

Despite their win over Florida, the Rebels were 4-4 after their loss to Alabama on October 18th. They won their next five straight to go 9-4 and draw Texas Tech in the Cotton Bowl on January 2nd. Their game against Texas Tech is the best bowl matchup except for Florida vs. Oklahoma.

4. Iowa

Only 3-3 on October 4th, the Hawkeyes won five of their next six, including a dramatic win at home over number 3 Penn State. Blew out Minnesota 55-0 in the season finale and are playing on New Year's Day against South Carolina in the Outback Bowl. Third best bowl matchup.

5. Nebraska

Were 3-3 on October 18th, playing in the toughest division in football. Went 5-1 the rest of the way, losing only to Oklahoma. Good bowl matchup against Clemson.

Honorable Mention

Miami: went 5-2 in last seven games, but lost last two
Rice: won last six games
Oregon State: won seven of last eight, but got blown out in finale against Oregon

North Carolina State: won last four to make bowl

Southern Mississippi: won last four after losing five in a row.