"There isn't much that coaches like more than winning. But adding an exclamation point after a win at the news conference podium is always a nice bonus. This weekend, plenty of coaches got the chance to hold court with postgame statements following big wins. From praising resiliency to emptying the playbook, themes varied, but one thing remained constant -- happiness to just be 1-0 on the week. Here are some of the best quips from around the college football world in Week 13."
"Oklahoma remained in the driver's seat to host a College Football Playoff game on Saturday, suffocating Missouri's offense en route to a 17-6 win at home. The Tigers outgained the Sooners in total yardage 301-276, but a dominant second half by the Oklahoma defense kept the visitors at arm's length. Venables, a former defensive coordinator, certainly didn't mind the low-scoring nature of the contest. Although it might not have been the most aesthetically pleasing game, Venables was more interested in the functional result."
"Playing a big role in the win was running back Carson Hansen, who was a bruising presence as Iowa State piled up 221 total rushing yards. Hansen accounted for 120 of those yards on 22 carries, adding a touchdown as well. Campbell had an interesting description of Hansen's runs after the Cyclones' win. "Every run he has feels like a car wreck at the end.""
Coaches across Week 13 college football offered pointed and memorable postgame comments reflecting satisfaction with wins and pragmatic outlooks. Oklahoma leaned on a dominant second-half defense to secure a 17-6 victory over Missouri, with emphasis on results over aesthetics. Iowa State relied on a bruising rushing performance from Carson Hansen, who gained 120 yards on 22 carries and earned vivid praise for his physical running style. Coaches emphasized resiliency, functional football, and player contributions while expressing relief and happiness at being 1-0 for the week amid varied game styles and outcomes.
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