A total of 18 Outback Bowl records were broken and another 10 were tied as the Auburn Tigers defeated the Northwestern Wildcats in a wild 38-35 contest January 1st that featured trick plays, a 100 yard interception return and the Tigers rushing the field to celebrate three times in the final minutes. The overtime win came after the Wildcats scored back-to-back touchdowns, and then completed a 2-point conversion on a reverse pass, to tie the score 35-35 with 1:15 left in the 4th quarter. In overtime, though, Wes Byrum completed a 21-yard field to put the Tigers up 38-35. Then the Wildcats field goal hit the upright. But a roughing the kicker penalty gave them one more life that would finally fall short on 4th down. Check out the final box score and game day pictures in the photo gallery.

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Tampa's Historic District, Ybor City, served as the site of the UnitedHealthcare Children's Foundation Parade and a pep rally on New Year's Eve. The Parade included the Northwestern and Auburn marching bands and cheerleaders. Later Channelside hosted "Light Up Tampa Bay" including live entertainment and a midnight Fireworks Show. Meanwhile, final preparations were made at Raymond James Stadium for Friday's game. Check out all the events of bowl week in our photo gallery.

Read what coaches Gene Chizik and Pat Fitzgerald had to say about final preparations for Friday's Outback Bowl.

Auburn and Northwestern players joined their fans on Clearwater Beach Tuesday afternoon. Both schools’ cheerleaders and marching bands performed right on the beach and the cheerleaders competed in a tug-of-war contest. There were also skydivers and a pie eating contest. Follow the teams each day as they take part in Outback Bowl week activities.

Both teams participated in the DeBartolo Team Luncheon on Tuesday then after practice they enjoyed some fun and games at GameWorks in historic Ybor City. The Tigers and Wildcats were treated to burgers and pizza before mingling with fans. Check out what the teams have been up to in our bowl week photo gallery.

Read what players from both teams had to say about the upcoming Outback Bowl tilt here.

Both teams joined their fans at Busch Gardens Monday for an up-close look at wild animals, and some wild rides as well. The theme park has some of the best and largest roller coasters in the world mixed with amazing animal exhibits. Follow the teams each day as they take part in Outback Bowl week activities and check out our bowl week photo gallery.

Read what coaches Gene Chizik and Pat Fitzgerald had to say about their team preparations for the Outback Bowl, the opposition, and their Tampa experience.

Players and coaches from Auburn Tigers and Northwestern Wildcats football teams took time out to visit children at St Joseph Children’s Hospital today to bring them a little cheer for the holidays.

Follow the teams each day throughout the week in our photo gallery.

Coaches wives and other ladies in the official team parties joined Outback Bowl hospitality members for a special luncheon at Roy's Hawaiian Cuisine Restaurant. Guests enjoyed fine food and wine and even Polynesian dancers. See some of the fun in our photo gallery.

Auburn and Northwestern players and official parties were treated to a special welcome dinner by Outback Steakhouse Saturday night. The teams devoured more than 5,400lbs of food including 750 lbs of chargrilled ribeye, 750lbs chicken and 900 lbs of ribs. Gifts were presented to the coaches, Athletic Directors and their spouses. Read the full story. Follow the teams each day throughout the week in our photo gallery.

Tim McGraw will be on the sidelines at this year’s Outback Bowl to help salute a group of Marines that will be honored during this year's halftime show. He will also be one of the VIPs on the field during the coin toss ceremony.

On February 11th, 2010 Tim McGraw will be kicking off his North American Southern Voice Tour, brought to you by Outback Steakhouse. For more information, log on to outback.com.