#5 Virginia Tech
2009-2010: 10-3...defeated Tennessee in the Chick-Fil-A Bowl
Virginia Tech has the best rushing duo in the nation this season as ACC leading rusher Ryan Williams returns after a stunning Freshman season and Junior Darren Evans comes back after tearing his ACL last season. To go along with the thunder and lightning of Evans and Williams is ever-improving Tyrod Taylor. While many doubt Taylor's ability to be an effective Quarterback, he really started to shine at the end of last season. While Taylor may be improving for his Senior season, there is only one stat Taylor should be measured by, his 23 career wins. He may not be Colt McCoy, but Taylor has effectively made Virginia Tech relevant in his three seasons, only being the number one guy in the last two. The biggest challenge for their opponents will surely be stopping Va-Tech's rushing attack, but if they forget Taylor, they may lose their chance of winning.
2010-2011 Outlook:
Key Game: November 20th at Miami Florida (The hardest test of the season comes when the Hokies visit Miami where the Canes hope to end Va-Tech's run at the ACC title)
Predicted Record: 11-1, 7-1 (loss at North Carolina)
Sunday, August 15, 2010
#6 TCU
#6 Texas Christian
2009-2010: 12-1...lost to Boise State in Fiesta Bowl
TCU may have the best opportunity to bust open the BCS this season. The Horned Frogs have a softer schedule than Boise State, even though their conference is much more difficult. With nine starters returning on the offense side of the ball, this years version of TCU has an offense to go along with their strong defense. Andy Dalton is a Heisman dark horse and is the face of the TCU team. He is guaranteed the all-time TCU record for victories by a starting Quarterback as he enters the season tied for the most. If TCU does what they always do (play strong defense) then the Horned Frogs are well on their way back to Glendale, and if the cards fall the right way, it won't be for the Fiesta Bowl.
2010-2011 Outlook:
Key Game: November 9th at Utah (The Utes may not only represent the best threat to a Mountain West crown for TCU, but also the team with the best chance to end their dream season)
Predicted Record: 12-0, 8-0
2009-2010: 12-1...lost to Boise State in Fiesta Bowl
TCU may have the best opportunity to bust open the BCS this season. The Horned Frogs have a softer schedule than Boise State, even though their conference is much more difficult. With nine starters returning on the offense side of the ball, this years version of TCU has an offense to go along with their strong defense. Andy Dalton is a Heisman dark horse and is the face of the TCU team. He is guaranteed the all-time TCU record for victories by a starting Quarterback as he enters the season tied for the most. If TCU does what they always do (play strong defense) then the Horned Frogs are well on their way back to Glendale, and if the cards fall the right way, it won't be for the Fiesta Bowl.
2010-2011 Outlook:
Key Game: November 9th at Utah (The Utes may not only represent the best threat to a Mountain West crown for TCU, but also the team with the best chance to end their dream season)
Predicted Record: 12-0, 8-0
#7 Florida
#7 Florida
2009-2010: 13-1...defeated Cincinnati in Sugar Bowl
With possibly the most decorated player in College Football gone in Tim Tebow, Urban Meyer and the Gators have to reload for another BCS run. Fortunately, highly touted pocket passer John Brantley prepares to take over the reigns for Florida. Brantley also has to break in new skill players as 3 of Florida's top 4 receivers left Gainesville after last season, but once again, all Florida seems to do is bring in great players to fill any voids year after year. Florida does have one of the toughest schedules in the nation, easily expected playing in the SEC, which includes visits to rivals Tennessee, Alabama, and Florida State and the always interesting World's Largest Outdoor Cocktail Party in Atlanta against Georgia. Florida hoped that they can pass their way to the Georgia Dome for the SEC Championship Game and beyond.
2010-2011 Outlook:
Key Game: October 2nd at Alabama (The Gators attempt to avenge the loss that ended Tim Tebow's dream senior season as they visit Bryant-Denny Stadium to decided which team, or maybe if either team, will represent the SEC in the BCS National Championship Game)
Predicted Record: 11-1, 7-1 (loss at Alabama)
2009-2010: 13-1...defeated Cincinnati in Sugar Bowl
With possibly the most decorated player in College Football gone in Tim Tebow, Urban Meyer and the Gators have to reload for another BCS run. Fortunately, highly touted pocket passer John Brantley prepares to take over the reigns for Florida. Brantley also has to break in new skill players as 3 of Florida's top 4 receivers left Gainesville after last season, but once again, all Florida seems to do is bring in great players to fill any voids year after year. Florida does have one of the toughest schedules in the nation, easily expected playing in the SEC, which includes visits to rivals Tennessee, Alabama, and Florida State and the always interesting World's Largest Outdoor Cocktail Party in Atlanta against Georgia. Florida hoped that they can pass their way to the Georgia Dome for the SEC Championship Game and beyond.
2010-2011 Outlook:
Key Game: October 2nd at Alabama (The Gators attempt to avenge the loss that ended Tim Tebow's dream senior season as they visit Bryant-Denny Stadium to decided which team, or maybe if either team, will represent the SEC in the BCS National Championship Game)
Predicted Record: 11-1, 7-1 (loss at Alabama)
Saturday, August 14, 2010
#8 Miami Florida
#8 Miami Florida
2009-2010: 9-4...lost to Wisconsin in Champs Sports Bowl
Miami Florida has all the tools to make a run at the BCS National Championship, but there might be one person who keeps them from reaching their full potential, and he is the team's most important player. That player is Quarterback Jacory Harris. Harris begins his third year as the starter for "The U" and needs to improve his ability to keep the ball for his team. Harris had good numbers last year, throwing for 3,352 yards and 24 touchdowns, great numbers. He did, unfortunately, throw 17 interceptions and ran for ummm... -219 yards. If Miami wants it all to come together for the great offense and defense they have, then Jacory Harris is going to need to improve his accuracy and prove that he is really the duel-threat that everyone claims he is. Harris has all the ability to lead the Canes, and needs to if they want to be as good as they can be.
2010-2011 Outlook:
Key Game: November 20th versus Virginia Tech (The two best teams in the ACC face off in Miami for what looks to be an absolute showdown for the ACC Coastal division)
Predicted Record: 9-3, 6-2 (losses at Ohio Sate, at Clemson, and versus Virginia Tech)
2009-2010: 9-4...lost to Wisconsin in Champs Sports Bowl
Miami Florida has all the tools to make a run at the BCS National Championship, but there might be one person who keeps them from reaching their full potential, and he is the team's most important player. That player is Quarterback Jacory Harris. Harris begins his third year as the starter for "The U" and needs to improve his ability to keep the ball for his team. Harris had good numbers last year, throwing for 3,352 yards and 24 touchdowns, great numbers. He did, unfortunately, throw 17 interceptions and ran for ummm... -219 yards. If Miami wants it all to come together for the great offense and defense they have, then Jacory Harris is going to need to improve his accuracy and prove that he is really the duel-threat that everyone claims he is. Harris has all the ability to lead the Canes, and needs to if they want to be as good as they can be.
2010-2011 Outlook:
Key Game: November 20th versus Virginia Tech (The two best teams in the ACC face off in Miami for what looks to be an absolute showdown for the ACC Coastal division)
Predicted Record: 9-3, 6-2 (losses at Ohio Sate, at Clemson, and versus Virginia Tech)
Friday, August 13, 2010
#9 Iowa
#9 Iowa
2009-2010: 11-2...defeated Georgia Tech in Orange Bowl
Iowa begins with their first realistic chance in a while to obtain a National Championship. They will, unfortunately, have to fight their way through what will be the toughest conference in the country this season, The Big-10. Iowa returns Quarterback Rick Stanzi and will have Running Back by committee with sophomores Brandon Weghner and Adam Robinson. Iowa returns ball hawk Tyler Sash, a Thorpe Award candidate, at Safety. Kirk Ferentz begins his eleventh year at Iowa, the second longest tenure in the conference behind, Joe Paterno. Ferentz won his first BCS Bowl last year and has his first season with the Hawkeyes where expectations are nothing less than a Rose Bowl, and National Championship hopes are high.
2010-2011 Outlook:
Key Game: November 20th versus Ohio State (The Bucks visit Kinnick, giving Iowa a very opportune chance at Roses via Big-10 Championship)
Predicted Record: 10-2, 6-2 (losses versus Wisconsin and versus Ohio State)
2009-2010: 11-2...defeated Georgia Tech in Orange Bowl
Iowa begins with their first realistic chance in a while to obtain a National Championship. They will, unfortunately, have to fight their way through what will be the toughest conference in the country this season, The Big-10. Iowa returns Quarterback Rick Stanzi and will have Running Back by committee with sophomores Brandon Weghner and Adam Robinson. Iowa returns ball hawk Tyler Sash, a Thorpe Award candidate, at Safety. Kirk Ferentz begins his eleventh year at Iowa, the second longest tenure in the conference behind, Joe Paterno. Ferentz won his first BCS Bowl last year and has his first season with the Hawkeyes where expectations are nothing less than a Rose Bowl, and National Championship hopes are high.
2010-2011 Outlook:
Key Game: November 20th versus Ohio State (The Bucks visit Kinnick, giving Iowa a very opportune chance at Roses via Big-10 Championship)
Predicted Record: 10-2, 6-2 (losses versus Wisconsin and versus Ohio State)
Thursday, August 12, 2010
#10 Oregon
#10 Oregon
2009-2010: 10-3...lost to Ohio State in Rose Bowl
The Ducks are no quack (HAHAHAHAHA) even without Jeremiah Masoli. They return superstar running back LaMichael James who rushed for over 1,500 yards in 2009. The Ducks had the eighth best rushing attack last year but this year, without the running threat of Masoli, will have to feature the pass more. Thankfully, Oregon has a Wide Receiver who will make Masoli a little less missed in Jeff Maehl. the 6'1" Maehl may not be the most intimidating receiver, but will have to feature prominently for Oregon to have the same offensive threat as last year (the same, but different). Oregon's defense returns six starters, including sack master Kenny Rowe and standout Sophomore Safety John Boyett. All the signs say Oregon is not a dead duck, yet.
2010-2011 Outlook: '
Key Game: December 4th at Oregon State (The Civil War has the signs of deciding a wide open Pac-10)
Predicted Record: 10-2, 7-2 (losses at USC and at Oregon State)
2009-2010: 10-3...lost to Ohio State in Rose Bowl
The Ducks are no quack (HAHAHAHAHA) even without Jeremiah Masoli. They return superstar running back LaMichael James who rushed for over 1,500 yards in 2009. The Ducks had the eighth best rushing attack last year but this year, without the running threat of Masoli, will have to feature the pass more. Thankfully, Oregon has a Wide Receiver who will make Masoli a little less missed in Jeff Maehl. the 6'1" Maehl may not be the most intimidating receiver, but will have to feature prominently for Oregon to have the same offensive threat as last year (the same, but different). Oregon's defense returns six starters, including sack master Kenny Rowe and standout Sophomore Safety John Boyett. All the signs say Oregon is not a dead duck, yet.
2010-2011 Outlook: '
Key Game: December 4th at Oregon State (The Civil War has the signs of deciding a wide open Pac-10)
Predicted Record: 10-2, 7-2 (losses at USC and at Oregon State)
#11 Nebraska
#11 Nebraska
2009-2010: 10-4...defeated Arizona in Holiday Bowl
Nebraska was 4 points and a meltdown against Texas Tech (31-10) from being undefeated last season. Everyone knows about the loss in the Big-12 Championship Game to Texas, 13-12, after one second was put back on the clock for Texas to make a 45-yard field goal, but Nebraska had an inexcusable loss to Iowa State 9-7 and a one point loss to Virginia Tech 16-15. Nebraska had the best defense in the country last year, allowing a minuscule 10.4 points per game. This year, the Cornhuskers will feature a strong defense (probably won't be #1, but quien sabe...who knows?), and return 9 starters on offense, hoping this will improve their mediocre attack. Zac Lee is a strong presence at Quarterback, and should improve after playing much of 2009 with a torn elbow ligament. Nebraska is the one threat to another Texas reign of dominance in the Big-12.
2010-2011 Outlook
Key Game: Big-12 Championship Game (Nebraska is all but ensured a spot with the weak state of the Big-12 North, now they need to win the game)
Predicted Record: 10-2, 7-1 (losses at Washington and versus Texas)
2009-2010: 10-4...defeated Arizona in Holiday Bowl
Nebraska was 4 points and a meltdown against Texas Tech (31-10) from being undefeated last season. Everyone knows about the loss in the Big-12 Championship Game to Texas, 13-12, after one second was put back on the clock for Texas to make a 45-yard field goal, but Nebraska had an inexcusable loss to Iowa State 9-7 and a one point loss to Virginia Tech 16-15. Nebraska had the best defense in the country last year, allowing a minuscule 10.4 points per game. This year, the Cornhuskers will feature a strong defense (probably won't be #1, but quien sabe...who knows?), and return 9 starters on offense, hoping this will improve their mediocre attack. Zac Lee is a strong presence at Quarterback, and should improve after playing much of 2009 with a torn elbow ligament. Nebraska is the one threat to another Texas reign of dominance in the Big-12.
2010-2011 Outlook
Key Game: Big-12 Championship Game (Nebraska is all but ensured a spot with the weak state of the Big-12 North, now they need to win the game)
Predicted Record: 10-2, 7-1 (losses at Washington and versus Texas)
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