Kansas safety Justin Thornton, right, and the Jayhawks celebrate after an interception returned for a touchdown by cornerback Aqib Talib during the first half of the Orange Bowl Thursday, Jan. 3, 2007 at Dolphin Stadium.

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Kansas fans scream for the Jayhawks as they take the field for warmups prior to the start of the Orange Bowl Thursday, Jan. 3, 2007 at Dolphin Stadium.

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The Jayhawks come together for a huddle prior to the start of the Orange Bowl Thursday, Jan. 3, 2007 at Dolphin Stadium.

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Kansas cornerback Aqib Talib (3) brings down Virginia Tech running back Branden Ore during the first half of the Orange Bowl.

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Kansas cornerback Aqib Talib high-steps into the end zone after picking off a pass during the first half as quarterback Tyrod Taylor (5) pursues. Talib was named MVP of the Jayhawks' 24-21 victory over Virginia Tech in the Orange Bowl on Thursday in Miami. Kansas University athletics officials have scheduled a free public event to celebrate the football team's Orange Bowl victory.

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Kansas tight end Derek Fine loses his helmet after a reception during the first half of the Orange Bowl.

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Kansas quarterback Todd Reesing scampers upfield past Virginia Tech defensive end Chris Ellis.

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Kansas cornerback Chris Harris is brought down after pulling in an interception during the first half of the Orange Bowl Thursday, Jan. 3, 2007 at Dolphin Stadium.

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Kansas defensive end James McClinton gives defensive tackle John Larson a pat on the helmet after a sack during the first half of the Orange Bowl Thursday, Jan. 3, 2007 at Dolphin Stadium.

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The Kansas defense piles on top of cornerback Aqib Talib after Talib's interception return for a touchdown during the first half of the Orange Bowl Thursday, Jan. 3, 2007 at Dolphin Stadium.

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Kansas receiver Marcus Henry is hit by Virginia Tech defenders Nekos Brown, 47, and Brandon Flowers, back, during the first half of the Orange Bowl Thursday, Jan. 3, 2007 at Dolphin Stadium.

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Kansas running back Jake Sharp tears up field past the Virginia Tech defense during the first half of the Orange Bowl Thursday, Jan. 3, 2007 at Dolphin Stadium.

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Kansas linebacker Justin Springer pumps his fist after drilling Virginia Tech returner Josh Morgan during the first half of the Orange Bowl Thursday, Jan. 3, 2007 at Dolphin Stadium.

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Kansas University sophomore Matt Stiles, Lawrence, right, pumps his fist as he cheers on the Jayhawks during the first half of the Orange Bowl Thursday, Jan. 3, 2007 at Dolphin Stadium.

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The Kansas Jayhawks huddle on the field following their 24-21 win at the Orange Bowl Thursday, Jan. 3, 2007 at Dolphin Stadium.

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Kansas safety Justin Thornton, center, celebrates with Mike Rivera, left, and Maxwell Onyegbule following his interception during the second half. The pick helped the Jayhawks beat Virginia Tech, 24-21, in the Orange Bowl on Thursday in Miami.

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Kansas University running back Brandon McAnderson hams it up for the cameras with defensive end James McClinton after KU's 24-21 victory Thursday at the Orange Bowl in Miami.

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Kansas coach Mark Mangino holds aloft an orange as KU athletic director Lew Perkins, right, looks on.

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Kansas linebackers Mike Rivera, left, laughs as fellow linebacker Joe Mortensen shoves an orange in his mouth following the Jayhawks victory.

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The Kansas Jayhawks celebrate following their victory.

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Kansas cornerback Aqib Talib is congratulated by Gov. Kathleen Sebelius after winning the MVP trophy.

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Kansas quarterback Todd Reesing celebrates with tight end Derek Fine.

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The Kansas Jayhawks hop up on stage with the Fox crew following their 24-21 victory over Virginia Tech.

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Kansas fans Chris Maute, Chicago, left, and Jeremy Jacobs, Chicago, go wild as the Jayhawks widen their lead in the second half.

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Kansas defensive end James McClinton takes a bite out of an orange as tight end Derek Fine reaches into the bowl to toss one to his teammates following the Jayhawks victory.

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Kansas head coach Mark Mangino hugs his wife Mary Jane and son Tommy following the Jayhawks' victory at the Orange Bowl.

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Kansas head coach Mark Mangino is welcomed on the stage by Orange Bowl president and chairman member Thomas D. Wood Jr. along with athletic director Lew Perkins and Gov. Kathleen Sebelius during the second half of the Orange Bowl Thursday, Jan. 3, 2007 at Dolphin Stadium.

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Kansas receiver Dexton Fields tears up the sideline after a reception in the second half of the Orange Bowl Thursday, Jan. 3, 2007 at Dolphin Stadium.

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Kansas safety Darrell Stuckey gets up as he celebrates the Jayhawks blocked fieldgoal during the second half of the Orange Bowl Thursday, Jan. 3, 2007 at Dolphin Stadium.

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Kansas cornerback Chris Harris looks to break up a pass to receiver Josh Morgan during the second half of the Orange Bowl Thursday, Jan. 3, 2007 at Dolphin Stadium. Harris was called for interference on the play.

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Kansas running back Brandon McAnderson, left, drags Virginia Tech cornerback Victor "Macho" Harris during the second half. McAnderson rushed for 75 yards on 15 carries.

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Gov. Kathleen Sebelius walks onto the field carrying an Orange Bowl championship t-shirt.

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Jayhawk fans wave pom poms late in the second half.

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Kansas fans hang over the railing as they watch the Jayhawks celebrate.

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Virginia Tech cornerback Victor "Macho" Harris hangs his head during the final minutes.

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Virginia Tech head coach Frank Beamer paces the sidelines in the second half.

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Kansas special teams player Raimond Pendleton secures an onside kick attempt late in the second half of the Orange Bowl Thursday, Jan. 3, 2007 at Dolphin Stadium.

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Kansas linebacker Mike Rivera celebrates a sack as tackle Todd Haselhorst holds back Virginia Tech guard Sergio Render during the second half of the Orange Bowl Thursday, Jan. 3, 2007 at Dolphin Stadium.

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Kansas safety Justin Thornton races up field after pulling in an interception during the second half of the Orange Bowl Thursday, Jan. 3, 2007 at Dolphin Stadium. Back is safety Darrell Stuckey.

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Kansas receiver Micah Brown is pushed out of bounds by Virginia Tech cornerback Stephan Virgil after successfully pulling in a reception on a fake punt attempt in the second half of the Orange Bowl Thursday, Jan. 3, 2007 at Dolphin Stadium.

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