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EAST LANSING, Mich. -- The horn went off too soon, and Michigan State hung on.Eron Harris had a season-high 31 points and the 13th-ranked Spartans held off Florida Gulf Coast 78-77 on Sunday night when a timekeeping error led to a disputed finish.With 1.6 seconds remaining, Florida Gulf Coasts Christian Terrell threw a long inbounds pass from underneath his own basket. But the clock incorrectly started when the pass was thrown, rather than when Antravious Simmons caught the ball by the foul line at the other end of the court.So as Simmons turned to try a game-winning shot, the buzzer sounded -- much too early. Simmons missed his attempt, but FGCU players looked confused and coach Joe Dooley sought an explanation.Officials went to a video review as players and fans waited to find out if the game was indeed over.Since a timing error occurred, we are able to utilize the replay monitor, referee Bo Boroski told a pool reporter. Using a stopwatch, it was determined the ball was caught and released in 1.3 seconds, meaning if the shot would have gone in, it would have counted. After the miss there was no time remaining in the game, therefore ending the game. By rule the possession cannot be replayed.And that was that.After the game, Dooley said he understood the ruling.Harris made all six of his 3-pointers and Miles Bridges added 13 points for the Spartans (2-2), who shot a season-best 51 percent from the floor. They hit 52.9 percent of their attempts from beyond the 3-point line, but struggled at the free throw line (57.6 percent).Its hard to be honest and mad and happy at the same time, Michigan State coach Tom Izzo said. We got to the free throw line 33 times. Twenty-one assists on 25 baskets was very, very good. We improved in some areas, but I thought we got outplayed. The biggest thing this program has stood for has been toughness, but I told our players they were the tougher team.Florida Gulf Coast (1-3) got 18 points apiece from Brandon Goodwin and Simmons, who added 12 rebounds. RaySean Scott Jr. added 14 off the bench.I thought it was a great college game. Great atmosphere. Im proud of the way our guys competed, Dooley said. Obviously disappointed with the ending, but we put ourselves in some spots that we shouldnt have. But thats what happens when you play a really good team, and Michigan States a really good team.The Eagles shot 46 percent overall and 47.1 percent from the foul line. They outrebounded Michigan State 41-29.They were tougher than I thought they were going to be, Harris said of Florida Gulf Coast. They werent trash-talkers or anything. They got out there and played hard.It was the second meeting between the schools. Michigan State won 97-58 in East Lansing on Nov. 13, 2009.BIG PICTUREFlorida Gulf Coast: The Eagles dropped to 1-8 against ranked opponents. The schools only win came during its improbable run in the 2013 NCAA tournament, when it beat No. 8 Georgetown in the second round.Michigan State: The Spartans kept their November home winning streak alive, but barely. They havent lost at home since David Robinson led Navy past Michigan State 91-90 in overtime on Nov. 29, 1986.POLL IMPLICATIONSIf it were up to Izzo, there wouldnt be any for his team. This will be one of the four or five best teams we play in the preseason, Izzo said. That team will play in the NCAA (Tournament). No question about it.BY THE NUMBERSGoodwin has been Florida Gulf Coasts leading scorer in all four games this season, while Simmons recorded his first double-double of the season. The Eagles outscored Michigan State in the paint (40-22) and on second-chance points (24-9).UP NEXTFlorida Gulf Coast is home Wednesday against Binghamton, the start of a seven-game stretch that includes six at home.Michigan State, which has played in Hawaii and New York this month, travels to the Bahamas for the final three games of the Battle 4 Atlantis tournament beginning Wednesday, when the Spartans take on St. Johns. They finish the month with a Nov. 29 game at Duke. Kent Hrbek Jersey . -- Jakob Silfverberg is making himself right at home with the Anaheim Ducks, scoring four goals in his first four games. Eddie Rosario Twins Jersey . It just didnt show when he hit the ice. Berra made 42 saves and Kris Russell scored at 1:32 of overtime, lifting the Calgary Flames to a 3-2 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks on Sunday night. http://www.twinssale.com/twins-tony-oliva-jersey/ . 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Peyton Manning enjoyed a fruitful partnership with Marvin Harrison People love Jerry Rice with Joe Montana or Steve Young but, for touchdowns, Manning and Harrison were the best combination the NFL has ever seen. They combined for 112 touchdowns, a current NFL record between a wide receiver and a quarterback. They also hold the record for the wide receiver/quarterback relationship in passing yards (12,756), and single-season completions (143) in 2002. They created a record for passing yards for a season with 1,722 in 2002. Thats pretty special, folks. 10 top Super Bowls Do you agree with our list? His first MVP award...Manning won his first ever MVP in 2003 after a season where he threw 4,267 yards and 29 touchdowns for the Colts. Funnily enough, he was voted into the Pro Bowl. Two elite quarterbacks.dddddddddddd One unforgettable rivalry ... 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That was be the start of a season where Manning passed Tom Bradys single-season record for most touchdowns thrown (50) by throwing 55 himself. The Broncos would be thumped in the Super Bowl by the Seahawks, and Manning was awful. But thats another story. How to watch Super Bowl 50 Sky Sports have got every angle covered Breaks Favres TD pass recordManning threw his 509th touchdown pass to Demaryius Thomas against the San Francisco 49ers in 2014. It was the second quarter, and the game didnt stop for fireworks. Manning did, sitting out the final quarter as the Broncos were winning by a mile. Earlier that season, Manning matched Brett Favre in being the only quarterback ever to beat all 32 NFL teams.Second Super Bowl ring Highlights as Denver Broncos beat Carolina Panthers 24-10 to win Super Bowl 50. Manning didnt throw for a single touchdown but neither did his opposite number Cam Newton - instead the Broncos defence were the stars of the show en route to a 24-10 win. Manning, aged 39, became the oldest starting quarterback to win a Super Bowl and the only starting quarterback ever to win two Vince Lombardi Trophies with different teams. Also See: WATCH: Newtons press conference Broncos win Super Bowl WATCH: Broncos brutal defence WATCH: Newtons disappointment ' ' '