#21 West Virginia

2010-2011: 9-4 (5-2, Big East)

If I was a college football team and I was in the Big East, I'd feel a little disrespected.  There were fans every calling for an end to the Big East's Automatic Bid.  Unfortunately for all those feeling disrespected, it comes with a reason.  The Mountaineers are the only team I am putting in the Top 25, mainly because (to quote the great Charles Barkley) "The Big East sucks!".  West Virginia; however, is a viable contender to win a BCS game (unlike the rest of its conference).  Quarterback Geno Smith is the first dual-threat to be in the team's spread offense.  Also, he has some talent around him including Tavon Austin who could break WVU's all-time receptions record this year from the slot.  Be ready, because the Mountaineers aren't going to sink easily this year.

2011-2012 Outlook:
Key Game: November 25th Versus Pittsburgh...the Backyard Brawl could easily decide the Big East.
Predicted Record: 10-2 (6-1) {losses against LSU and Cincinnati}