As the final seconds ticked down Saturday afternoon in Tuscaloosa, Ala., the Crimson Tide had already essentially secured a victory over No. 1 Mississippi State. But the spread result was still in doubt.
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High-scoring games are routine in this era of the NFL, in part due to rules geared to help passing attacks. A quarterback as hot as Green Bay’s Aaron Rodgers does not need much help. A coach as aggressive as Philadelphia’s Chip Kelly is sharp enough to stay ahead of the curve.