Louisiana Tech Beats Miami At Independence Bowl

SHREVEPORT, La. (AP) – Louisiana Tech has pulled off the first shutout in the 44-game history of the Independence Bowl .   J.Mar Smith threw for a second-quarter touchdown and added an eight-yard scoring run with 1:15 left to help the Bulldogs beat Miami, 14-0 in Shreveport, La. Bulldogs running back Justin Henderson was selected the Most Outstanding Offensive Player after rushing for 95 yards on 22 carries.  Louisiana Tech hit double-digit victories for the first time since 1984 and ran its postseason winning streak to six. Miami completed its second losing season in 12 years.