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Clemson University won, but was prepared for the worst

Jan 10, 2017
An insurance policy allowed them to save more than $1 million after the championship victory, to make sure coaches received their bonuses.
Deshaun Watson of the Clemson Tigers celebrates with the trophy after defeating the Alabama Crimson Tide to win the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game 35-31 at Raymond James Stadium on January 9, 2017 in Tampa, Florida. 

 
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