The 1990 Sunkist Fiesta Bowl, played on January 1, 1990, was the 19th edition of the Fiesta Bowl. The game featured the Nebraska Cornhuskers, and the Florida State Seminoles. The game was completely dominated in favor of the Seminoles. Peter Tom Willis connected with wide receiver Reggie Johnson for a 5 yard touchdown pass, and a 14-10 Seminole lead with 6:55 left in the half. He later connected with Dexter Carter for a 10 yard touchdown pass with 24 seconds left in the half, as the Seminoles took a 21-10 lead into the locker room.