1985 was "The Year" in Georgia Southern Football History.

The national championship 44-42 win over Furman highlighted the greatest season in Georgia Southern history. It was the greatest game in Georgia Southern history.

Furman stopped Georgia Southern's running game during the first half and early second half.

In the middle of the third quarter, Furman led 28-6. Tim Foley had kicked two field goals for the only GS scores.

The pictures came from the ESPN telecast of the game.

First Touchdown

Tracy Ham passes to Monte Sharpe. Ham makes two-point extra point. GS 14 fu 28.

Second Touchdown

Tracy Ham passes to Frankie Johnson. GS 21 fu 28.

Third Touchdown

Gerald Harris scores on a run. GS 28 fu 28.

Fourth Touchdown

Tracy Ham passes to Harman Barron. GS 35 fu 28.

Field Goal

Furman scores to tie the game. Tim Foley kicks a field goal. GS 38 fu 35.

"The Drive"

Furman scores to go ahead. GS 38 fu 42. Then Tracy Ham leads "The Drive" and Frankie Johnson makes "The Catch." GS 44 fu 42.

"The Drive" Video