2008 Orange Bowl

Video stories on KU's trip to the Orange Bowl.

Kansas athletics officials have scheduled a free public event to celebrate the football team’s Orange Bowl victory.

Kansas athletics officials have scheduled a free public event to celebrate the football team’s Orange Bowl victory. Posted Jan. 15, 2008. Play video »

The mayors of Lawrence and Blacksburg, Va., the home of Virginia Tech., settled a friendly wager tonight.

The mayors of Lawrence and Blacksburg, Va., the home of Virginia Tech., settled a friendly wager tonight. Posted Jan. 8, 2008. Play video »

For the first time in nearly 40 years, last night the Jayhawks returned to the Orange Bowl to put a cap to the season they'll never forget.

For the first time in nearly 40 years, last night the Jayhawks returned to the Orange Bowl to put a cap to the season they'll never forget. Posted Jan. 4, 2008. Play video »

The Orange Bowl champs received a heroes' welcome upon their return to today to the Sunflower State.

The Orange Bowl champs received a heroes' welcome upon their return to today to the Sunflower State. Posted Jan. 4, 2008. Play video »

Moments after the Jayhawks clenched the victory, fans poured out of downtown bars to celebrate.

Moments after the Jayhawks clenched the victory, fans poured out of downtown bars to celebrate. Posted Jan. 4, 2008. Play video »

A hot item on the streets of Lawrence today: Orange Bowl championship t-shirts.

A hot item on the streets of Lawrence today: Orange Bowl championship t-shirts. Posted Jan. 4, 2008. Play video »

KU's sweet win in Miami helps erase the foul taste that generations of Jayhawks endured.

KU's sweet win in Miami helps erase the foul taste that generations of Jayhawks endured. Posted Jan. 4, 2008. Play video »

Virginia Tech's senior class has had at least 10 victories every year, while KU is coming off a record season. The 'Hawks are playing for respect, and Tech is playing to maintain a legacy.

Virginia Tech's senior class has had at least 10 victories every year, while KU is coming off a record season. The 'Hawks are playing for respect, and Tech is playing to maintain a legacy. Posted Jan. 3, 2008. Play video »

KU is known for its basketball program, and now the football team is garnering national attention. 6News reporter Lindsey Slater has more on the fans that are catching football fever.

KU is known for its basketball program, and now the football team is garnering national attention. 6News reporter Lindsey Slater has more on the fans that are catching football fever. Posted Jan. 3, 2008. Play video »

With just an hour to go before the Orange Bowl kickoff, fans were out in force.

With just an hour to go before the Orange Bowl kickoff, fans were out in force. Posted Jan. 3, 2008. Play video »

Just over 24 hours until KU kicks off against Virginia Tech in the Orange Bowl. Tonight we bring you the story of one fan who's waited nearly 40 years to see the Hawks play in Miami.

Just over 24 hours until KU kicks off against Virginia Tech in the Orange Bowl. Tonight we bring you the story of one fan who's waited nearly 40 years to see the Hawks play in Miami. Posted Jan. 2, 2008. Play video »

On the eve of the Orange Bowl, several fans took advantage of the sunshine today on South Beach and say they are thankful to have the chance to see the Jayhawks in a BCS contest.

On the eve of the Orange Bowl, several fans took advantage of the sunshine today on South Beach and say they are thankful to have the chance to see the Jayhawks in a BCS contest. Posted Jan. 2, 2008. Play video »

Lawrence may be Jayhawk country, but there are a few Virginia Tech Hokies that roost here. With the Orange Bowl putting the two birds head to head, the Tech grads are ready to cheer on their team.

Lawrence may be Jayhawk country, but there are a few Virginia Tech Hokies that roost here. With the Orange Bowl putting the two birds head to head, the Tech grads are ready to cheer on their team. Posted Jan. 2, 2008. Play video »

We're finally just a little less than 24 hours until the Jayhawks and the Hokies take the field. Today coaches Mark Mangino and Frank Beamer made their final Orange Bowl preparations. DJ Whetter's in Miami with more on the Jayhawks' dream that has become reality.

We're finally just a little less than 24 hours until the Jayhawks and the Hokies take the field. Today coaches Mark Mangino and Frank Beamer made their final Orange Bowl preparations. DJ Whetter's in Miami with more on the Jayhawks' dream that has become reality. Posted Jan. 2, 2008. Play video »

In other news from Miami, head coach Mark Mangino assured KU fans that Kansas is the place for him.

In other news from Miami, head coach Mark Mangino assured KU fans that Kansas is the place for him. Posted Jan. 2, 2008. Play video »

Tomorrow's game against Virginia Tech is the Jayhawks' third trip to the Orange Bowl. Tonight in Hollywood, Florida, members of the Jayhawks' 1969 Orange Bowl team gathered at a reunion.

Tomorrow's game against Virginia Tech is the Jayhawks' third trip to the Orange Bowl. Tonight in Hollywood, Florida, members of the Jayhawks' 1969 Orange Bowl team gathered at a reunion. Posted Jan. 2, 2008. Play video »

For the past week we've covered all the hard-hitting stories of this year's Orange Bowl, including the true definition of a Hokie. It's time to flip the coin and find out how much the Hokies know about the Jayhawks.

For the past week we've covered all the hard-hitting stories of this year's Orange Bowl, including the true definition of a Hokie. It's time to flip the coin and find out how much the Hokies know about the Jayhawks. Posted Jan. 2, 2008. Play video »

Today coaches Mark Mangino and Frank Beamer met with the media one last time before the Orange Bowl. Kevin Romary has more from Miami.

Today coaches Mark Mangino and Frank Beamer met with the media one last time before the Orange Bowl. Kevin Romary has more from Miami. Posted Jan. 2, 2008. Play video »

Ryan Greene takes you to Dolphin Stadium, to the beach and to the KU post-practice scene on his second day in Miami.

Ryan Greene takes you to Dolphin Stadium, to the beach and to the KU post-practice scene on his second day in Miami. Posted Jan. 2, 2008. Play video »

Mark Mangino and the Jayhawks were forced to practice in some unexpected elements in Miami on Tuesday.

Mark Mangino and the Jayhawks were forced to practice in some unexpected elements in Miami on Tuesday. Posted Jan. 1, 2008. Play video »

As KU prepares for its Orange Bowl appearance, some fans are thinking of a similar game.

As KU prepares for its Orange Bowl appearance, some fans are thinking of a similar game. Posted Jan. 1, 2008. Play video »

For many KU fans, seeing the Orange Bowl on a big screen TV just doesn't do it.

For many KU fans, seeing the Orange Bowl on a big screen TV just doesn't do it. Posted Jan. 1, 2008. Play video »

KUSports.com editor Ryan Greene comes to you upon arrival in Miami for Orange Bowl week.

KUSports.com editor Ryan Greene comes to you upon arrival in Miami for Orange Bowl week. Posted Jan. 1, 2008. Play video »

The Kansas football team is set to play Va Tech Thursday in the Orange Bowl. With the Miami showdown just three days away, it's time to make sure you know the foe.

The Kansas football team is set to play Va Tech Thursday in the Orange Bowl. With the Miami showdown just three days away, it's time to make sure you know the foe. Posted Dec. 31, 2007. Play video »

For KU and the Orange Bowl, the trend has been close, but no cigar. The football team has gone to Miami twice, in 1948 and 1969. Both times, they left without a victory. Members of those teams hope the third time's a charm in 2008.

For KU and the Orange Bowl, the trend has been close, but no cigar. The football team has gone to Miami twice, in 1948 and 1969. Both times, they left without a victory. Members of those teams hope the third time's a charm in 2008. Posted Dec. 31, 2007. Play video »

Thursday's Orange Bowl forever links the University of Kansas with a difficult year at Virginia Tech. More than eight months after a shooter killed 32 people on the Blackburg, Va. campus, it's the football team that is still working to heal Hokie Nation. 6Sports reporter DJ Whetter joins us from Blacksburg.

Thursday's Orange Bowl forever links the University of Kansas with a difficult year at Virginia Tech. More than eight months after a shooter killed 32 people on the Blackburg, Va. campus, it's the football team that is still working to heal Hokie Nation. 6Sports reporter DJ Whetter joins us from Blacksburg. Posted Dec. 30, 2007. Play video »

Thirty-nine years ago, Gordon Alloway joined the Marching Jayhawks as they played in the Orange Bowl. Now as the Jayhawks football team prepares to play Virginia Tech on Thursday, his son carries the same tune as dad. 6News reporter Jonathan Kealing has more.

Thirty-nine years ago, Gordon Alloway joined the Marching Jayhawks as they played in the Orange Bowl. Now as the Jayhawks football team prepares to play Virginia Tech on Thursday, his son carries the same tune as dad. 6News reporter Jonathan Kealing has more. Posted Dec. 30, 2007. Play video »

It's pretty good to be a member of the Kansas football team right now. Outside of preparation for Thursday's Orange Bowl, the Jayhawks found time for a little fun in the sun and even paid a visit to a local veterans' hospital.

It's pretty good to be a member of the Kansas football team right now. Outside of preparation for Thursday's Orange Bowl, the Jayhawks found time for a little fun in the sun and even paid a visit to a local veterans' hospital. Posted Dec. 30, 2007. Play video »

Yesterday afternoon head coach Mark Mangino confirmed that cornerback Aqib Talib will now have the responsibility of returning punts during the Orange Bowl.

Yesterday afternoon head coach Mark Mangino confirmed that cornerback Aqib Talib will now have the responsibility of returning punts during the Orange Bowl. Posted Dec. 30, 2007. Play video »

There are six days and counting until KU and the Virginia Tech Hokies take the field in the 2008 Orange Bowl, but how can the Jayhawk defense stop the two-quarterback offense run by Frank Beamer?

There are six days and counting until KU and the Virginia Tech Hokies take the field in the 2008 Orange Bowl, but how can the Jayhawk defense stop the two-quarterback offense run by Frank Beamer? Posted Dec. 28, 2007. Play video »

Yesterday afternoon the Kansas football team touched down in sunny Miami, Florida.

Yesterday afternoon the Kansas football team touched down in sunny Miami, Florida. Posted Dec. 28, 2007. Play video »

Seven days and counting until the Kansas Jayhawks kick off their first Orange Bowl in nearly 40 years. Mark Mangino's team began that journey Thursday morning.

Seven days and counting until the Kansas Jayhawks kick off their first Orange Bowl in nearly 40 years. Mark Mangino's team began that journey Thursday morning. Posted Dec. 27, 2007. Play video »

As the Jayhawks get closer to the Orange Bowl, the stakes keep getting higher. A cordial phone call this morning put the pride of the Lawrence City Commission on the line.

As the Jayhawks get closer to the Orange Bowl, the stakes keep getting higher. A cordial phone call this morning put the pride of the Lawrence City Commission on the line. Posted Dec. 27, 2007. Play video »

Journal-World KU football beat writer Ryan Wood comes to you from just outside of Dolphin Stadium during his first day down in Miami in preparation for next Thursday's Orange Bowl between KU and Virginia Tech.

Journal-World KU football beat writer Ryan Wood comes to you from just outside of Dolphin Stadium during his first day down in Miami in preparation for next Thursday's Orange Bowl between KU and Virginia Tech. Posted Dec. 27, 2007. Play video »

The Kansas offense has been fantastic all season long, but the Jayhawks' stiffest test of the year comes in just over a week against Virginia Tech.

The Kansas offense has been fantastic all season long, but the Jayhawks' stiffest test of the year comes in just over a week against Virginia Tech. Posted Dec. 26, 2007. Play video »

The day the Kansas football team plays in a BCS bowl game for the first time ever is fast approaching - in fact, Thursday morning the Jayhawks leave for Miami.

The day the Kansas football team plays in a BCS bowl game for the first time ever is fast approaching - in fact, Thursday morning the Jayhawks leave for Miami. Posted Dec. 26, 2007. Play video »

Both Frank Beamer and Mark Mangino have taken very different paths to success, but they may be more similar than you think.

Both Frank Beamer and Mark Mangino have taken very different paths to success, but they may be more similar than you think. Posted Dec. 25, 2007. Play video »

All-time, the Kansas football team has been to 10 bowl games, but the Virginia Tech Hokies are no stranger to bowl games. In fact, they've been to 15 straight.

All-time, the Kansas football team has been to 10 bowl games, but the Virginia Tech Hokies are no stranger to bowl games. In fact, they've been to 15 straight. Posted Dec. 24, 2007. Play video »

KU continued to prepare for the Orange Bowl this week. This time next week, the Jayhawks will have game planning for Virginia Tech on their minds.

KU continued to prepare for the Orange Bowl this week. This time next week, the Jayhawks will have game planning for Virginia Tech on their minds. Posted Dec. 23, 2007. Play video »

For the Kansas football team, it's all about the wait. Kansas last played on November 24. Since then, 23 days have elapsed, and it will be another 17 until KU plays in the Orange Bowl against Virginia Tech.

For the Kansas football team, it's all about the wait. Kansas last played on November 24. Since then, 23 days have elapsed, and it will be another 17 until KU plays in the Orange Bowl against Virginia Tech. Posted Dec. 17, 2007. Play video »

It's officially time to start talking about the Hokies. Today Mark Mangino and his Kansas football team began to insert a game plan for the upcoming Orange Bowl against Virginia Tech.

It's officially time to start talking about the Hokies. Today Mark Mangino and his Kansas football team began to insert a game plan for the upcoming Orange Bowl against Virginia Tech. Posted Dec. 17, 2007. Play video »

For the Kansas football team, the immediate future holds an Orange Bowl date with Virginia Tech. But for a select group of Jayhawks, life beyond the BCS means having to choose between the NFL and staying in school.

For the Kansas football team, the immediate future holds an Orange Bowl date with Virginia Tech. But for a select group of Jayhawks, life beyond the BCS means having to choose between the NFL and staying in school. Posted Dec. 14, 2007. Play video »

If you take Anthony Collins and group him with his fellow All-American teammates Aqib Talib and James McClinton, the trio has combined to earn 55 different individual honors or awards this season.

If you take Anthony Collins and group him with his fellow All-American teammates Aqib Talib and James McClinton, the trio has combined to earn 55 different individual honors or awards this season. Posted Dec. 14, 2007. Play video »

The Kansas football team doesn't touch down in Miami for the Orange Bowl until late December, but head coach Mark Mangino made a brief stop in the Sunshine State this afternoon.

The Kansas football team doesn't touch down in Miami for the Orange Bowl until late December, but head coach Mark Mangino made a brief stop in the Sunshine State this afternoon. Posted Dec. 5, 2007. Play video »

Brandon McAnderson grew up wanting to be a Jayhawk. Now the Lawrence High grad will end his career on the hill in the Orange Bowl.

Brandon McAnderson grew up wanting to be a Jayhawk. Now the Lawrence High grad will end his career on the hill in the Orange Bowl. Posted Dec. 4, 2007. Play video »

In the opinion of Kansas TE Derek Fine, oranges are much better than tangerines.

In the opinion of Kansas TE Derek Fine, oranges are much better than tangerines. Posted Dec. 4, 2007. Play video »

The BCS comes calling on the Kansas football team in the form of an invite to Miami. This week Orange Bowl representatives are in Lawrence to officially invite the Jayhawks to the game.

The BCS comes calling on the Kansas football team in the form of an invite to Miami. This week Orange Bowl representatives are in Lawrence to officially invite the Jayhawks to the game. Posted Dec. 3, 2007. Play video »

The Kansas Jayhawk football team was rewarded for an 11-1 season by a birth in the Orange Bowl against Virginia Tech.

The Kansas Jayhawk football team was rewarded for an 11-1 season by a birth in the Orange Bowl against Virginia Tech. Posted Dec. 2, 2007. Play video »

There is no 'Fiesta' for KU, but the Jayhawks are celebrating with a BCS bowl game. The Jayhawks are heading back to the Orange Bowl for the first time since 1969.

There is no 'Fiesta' for KU, but the Jayhawks are celebrating with a BCS bowl game. The Jayhawks are heading back to the Orange Bowl for the first time since 1969. Posted Dec. 2, 2007. Play video »

Photos of the freshly designed Dolphins Stadium in Miami Gardens, Fla. Featured are Orange Bowl logos nearly everywhere, plus the field having just been painted.

Photos of the freshly designed Dolphins Stadium in Miami Gardens, Fla. Featured are Orange Bowl logos nearly everywhere, plus the field having just been painted. Posted Jan. 1, 2008. Play video »

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