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Alabama-Clemson joins list of epic title games

GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Welcome to the epic national championship club Alabama and Clemson.

Your game is a unanimous choice to join the short list of some of the most dramatic, exciting, fantastic finishes to a college football season.

With one big play after another — by both teams — Alabama beat Clemson 45-40 on Monday night in the College Football Playoff title game.

An instant classic. And no doubt, this one will last for a long time.

The game was a thrill-a-minute. Heisman Trophy winner Derrick Henry ran for three touchdowns, including a 50-yarder to open the scoring.