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Justin Ford-USA TODAY Sports

The Cincinnati Bearcats are known for their college basketball achievements. However, the Bearcats football team has made their own name in terms of longevity and excellence.

The Bearcats have been playing college football since 1885—the 2013 season marks their 126th year of competition.

Heading into the 2013 season, the Cincinnati Bearcats were one of four programs in the nation to have won 10 games in five of the previous six seasons. The other elite schools to accomplish that are Alabama, Oregon and Oklahoma.

The Bearcats are the only team in the nation to have won four conference titles in the last five years.

Here's a look at eight of the greatest moments, players and coaches associated with Cincinnati football.