This seems to be one of the better weekend to sit at home and enjoy football all day because there are great games all over both sides of the coasts, it should be a fun weekend.
1. Oklahoma-vs. 5. Texas (at Dallas)- The Red River Rivalry which has been very one-sided in the last five years but when the Longhorns have won this showdown, they went on to the National Championship. This game is going to be a grind it out battle and I think the running game of the Sooners is what will be the difference maker although dont doubt Colt McCoy. OKLA 17-13
2. Alabama-Bye
3. Missouri-vs 17. Oklahoma State- Do you realize that the Missouri's offense hasnt had a 3 and out yet this year? That is absolutely absurd and they face a tough test against the Cowboys. Although the fighting Mike Gundys (I'm a man!) haven't played one good team this year yet so they are truly unproven, they wont be ready to win this one in Columbia. MIZZOU 42-31
4. LSU-at 11. Florida- This game has already been escalated as Ricky Jean-Francois, a defensive end for LSU told reporters "We are going to take him (Tebow) out whenever we get the chance." He claimed that it was meant to just to get pressure on him alot and not get him hurt... yeah okay Richard. Now on to the game, I dont know if I can fathom the fact the Gators could lose two of three in the Swamp but it will happen. Percy Harvin is banged up and LSU has the running backs to control the game. LSU 21-17
5. Texas- see 1. Oklahoma
6. Penn State-at Wisconsin- Remember when the Badgers were a top 10 team? How the mighty have fallen and its because their coaches have their heads so far up their asses, I would be surprised if they saw daylight now-a-days. I have been joking with people this week saying "You know, now that they have lost two, they might win this one." I honestly could see have no stress and just playing loose, they could prevail. Then I remember, Allen Everidge is their quarterback. It is going to be a rough year for the Badgers. PSU 27-23
7. Texas Tech-vs. Nebraska- Good news for the Cornhuskers... Texas Tech offense isnt as good as Missouri...... just slightly. Uh oh. The Red Raiders will have their absolute way with a defense that could rival Canada's military. TTECH 49-3
8. USC-vs. Arizona State- Both quarterbacks for each team (Matt Sanchez-USC, and Rudy Carpenter-ASU) might not play in this one. I think this will be a bigger dent for the Sun Devils as the Trojans have Mitch Mustain, the once-herald quarterback so it would be interesting to see him start a game for the Trojans. Even with the game sort of up in the air, the Trojans dont lose in the Coliseum. USC 31-17
9. BYU-vs. New Mexico- Another powerhouse of the Mountain West in the Lobos. Once again, the Cougars roll. BYU 48-3
10. Georgia-vs. Tennessee- The Volunteers once again play another top team in the SEC, could the third time be the charm? False. Georgia will want to make up for the disappoint they gave all the fans two weeks ago. UGA 24-7
11. Florida- see 4.LSU
12. Ohio State-vs. Purdue- The Buckeyes did look impressive on the defensive side of the football last Saturday and I think they are going to want alot more out of Terrelle Pryor as the season moves on. This matchup is always a close one, the Boilermarkers seemed to get up for this one although I dont see the Boilermarkers making too much a game of this one. OSU 28-14
13. Vanderbilt-at Mississippi State- What a turn around for the Commodores in both football/basketball. Although football especially, playing in one of the best conferences in the nation. Vandy can ill afford to slip up on this one against the Bulldogs, and I think this one will be closer than most think. VANDY 24-21
14. Utah-at Wyoming- Looks like the undefeated season continues for the Utes as they should be in full control in this one. UTAH 42-7
15. Boise State-at Southern Miss- Wow, I didnt realize when I wrote the article below that the Broncos are in the top 15 as well. This game could be very difficult for Boise as they travel a far way to play the Golden Eagles. This one will be close to the very end and I think the Broncos win in a squeaker. BOISE 35-31
16. Kansas-vs. Colorado- Not much has been said this year about the Jayhawks yet this year but they are still fighting in the Big 12. They have a tough game against a solid Colorado team whose looking to at least keep it close after the Longhorns dismantled them. They might keep it close but Todd Reesing is the difference maker in this one. KU 31-20
17. Oklahoma State-see 3. Missouri
18. Virgina Tech-Bye
19. South Florida-Bye
20. Auburn-vs. Arkansas- Well the Tigers have fired their offensive coordinator Tony Franklin this week who was all the hype going into the season. The Tigers have a chance to figure out their offense as they go up against a pathetic Razorback team. AUB 35-14
21. Wake Forest-vs. Clemson- Beware of the Thursday night upset. Last two weeks, two top 10 teams have fallen on Thursday night, now the Deacons are not a top 10 team, but still ranked facing a Clemson team whose proving to be one of the most overrated all year. Although, I think the curse remains as Tommy Bowden was once again on the hot seat will have his kids inspired. CLEM 23-20
22. North Carolina-vs. Notre Dame- Alot can be said for guys like Nick Saban, and Butch Davis who both have brought teams back from the dead as the Tar Heels find themselves ranked for the first time in a long while. Although they will be tested by the Fighting Irish who I think many people are overlooking and the inexperience at quarterback for the Tar Heels comes back to haunt them. ND 28-21
23. Michigan State-at Northwestern- This game is one that I think many are overlooking. This should be a great game between these Big 10 teams and a chance for the Wildcats to prove they are a legitimate team in the Big 10. I think it will be a typical Big 10 game with Javon Ringer being the difference in a victory for Sparty. MSU 20-14
24. Pittsburgh-Bye
25. Ball State- at Western Kentucky- First time ever the Cardinals are in the top 25, and this wont be a short visit as they will get it done against Big Red. BSU 31-10
Others to watch...
Iowa at Indiana- I have been told by Joshie that Shonn Greene of Iowa is "one of the best RBs in the nation"
Minnesota at Illinois
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