1. LSU - Looks like the Tigers will be minus a few players with Auburn coming to town Saturday afternoon (3:30 CBS). Tyrann Mathieu (CB), Tharold Simon (D-back) and Spencer Ware (RB) will be sitting this one out. Don't sleep on Chizik. Will Michael Dyer (RB) and Emory Blake (WR) be enought against a stout LSU defense? Crazy enough, this could be a good thing for LSU. I see them getting in some good reps for the backups building better depth, who could very easily be starting elsewhere.
2. Alabama - Bama hosts TN Saturday night. Without Tyler Bray the Volunteers are looking very thin at QB. Look for Sims to be dismantled, and somebody better warm up the 3rd string QB. Could be a really, really long night for Dooley and company. Saban is 16-1 since October '07.
3. Oklahoma - Nation's longest home winning streak plays center stage Saturday night in Norman (39 straight home W's for Oklahoma). OU is tuning up for next week's matchup against a Kansas State team which is in the midst of a revival.
4. Oklahoma State - Noon kick in Columbia as talk of the SEC swirls. This one is on upset alert. Missouri is banged up, and Gundy has Oklahoma State out to a 6-0 start. Can they stay focused? The tigers in loosing efforts gave Oklahoma and K-State a run for their money. Weeden + All-American Blackmon = Dangerzone. Weeden is completing almost 73% of his passes with 16 TDs.
Blackmon has caught 7 of those.
5. Boise State - At home, heavy favorites. Last time Boise lost a home conference game was 1998 - that's 46 straight conference home game wins.
6. Wisconsin - 8:00 PM in East Lansing will be a sight to see. Two heavyweights in the B1G square off, and these 2 could be squaring off again for the B1G Championship Game at the end of the season. The Spartans are coming off an emotional thrashing of in-state rival, Michigan, and Coach Dantonio will have them on point for a home game against The Badgers - just without #2, William Gholston. He's the 2nd leading tackler on the team - a difference maker. I'm just not sure how long Michigan State's defense can hold up with bone crushing style Wisconsin has been flexing all year.
7. Clemson - Clemson is some of the hottest action in the country right now. They have reeled off 7 straight wins and are enjoying being the BCS limelight. Boyd, Sammie Watkins and Ellington have absolutely been sensational. Between the 3 they have racked up 2012 passing yards & 19 TDs (Boyd), 740 rushing yards (Ellington) and 728 receiving yards & 8 TDs (Sammie Watkins).
8. Stanford - The Cardinals (6-0) host Washington (5-1) Saturday night (8:00 ABC). The Huskies remain right on Stanford's heels. Their only loss of the season came to Nebraska, and they will have thier hands full against Andrew Luck. He has 18 TDs and just 3 interceptions. With Coach Harbaugh gone and causing a stir in the NFL, one has to wonder if anyone can derail Stanford's season.
9. Arkansas - Coming off a bye week, Arkansas (5-1) heads to Oxford to face a 2-4 Ole Miss squad that is reeling. The Razorbacks will descend upon the Grove. How Ole Miss has won an SEC game this year is beyond me. They are not very good - at all. Look for Petrino to make life miserable for Coach Houston Nutt.
10. Oregon - Oregon (5-1) heads into Boulder, CO to enjoy a nice road game at Folsom Field. Too bad for Colorado - they are a grease fire. They are 1-6 this year ,and they have yet to even sniff a PAC-12 victory. Look for the trend to continue for the Buffaloes. They will be 1-7 come Saturday evening.
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Thursday, October 20, 2011
Tuesday, August 2, 2011
CAN'T MISS IT 2011:BOISE STATE vs GEORGIA
Finally, it is August, and that means September is on the horizon. College Football is finally right around the corner.
With the season just weeks away, it is time to preview the upcoming great games of the season, and we will showcase those in the Can't Miss Games of 2011 series. We'll start, of course, in the SEC. The conference is at an all time high right now, and they have won an astounding 5 National Championships in a row.
Two games set if off right out of the gate this year. The Boise State/Georgia game and the Oregon/LSU game. Technically, both games are at neutral sites, but both are regionally close strong SEC fan bases. Coverage of the Atlanta game is below, and we'll showcase the Arlington game later this week. We will continue to showcase the best games of the year in our CAN'T MISS IT 2011 series.
Boise State vs Georgia
8:00 PM - September 3rd
ESPN/ESPN3.com
Boise State travels back to the state of Georgia to square off in The Dome against Georgia. Boise returns 7 starters on Offense and 7 starters on Defense. The last time they met Jared Zabransky threw 4 picks, and Georgia, led by DJ Shockley, had their way with an outmatched Boise State team. The Boise State team of 2011 is very different from the 2005 squad. This team is led by All-American Kellen Moore (QB) and is chock full of seniors and talented players. Moore is acclimated to big stage games and he's super-efficient. He is set this year to pass Colt McCoy as the All-Time winningest QB in NCAA history. Don't look for a 4 pick interception night from him. Doug Martin (RB), Tyler Shoemaker (WR), and Kyle Efaw (TE) will be the primary threats for Moore, and they should get the ball early with solid protection from a veteran Offensive Line led by Thomas Byrd, 1st Team WAC Center, and Nate Potter, left tackle.
The Bronco defense is stout. They showcase 9 seniors, and it is important to note that Boise State's 2010 squad was #2 in the country in total D. Some names remain familiar with Billy Winn (1st Team WAC, DT), J.C. Percy (team leading tackler, LB), George Iloka (1st Team WAC, FS), and Shea McClellin (1st Team WAC, DE). The weak point looks to be portions of the secondary.
Head Coach, Chris Peterson, is in his 6th year at Boise State, and he knows the drill. His leadership and motivational skills are right up there with the best of the business as his tightly focused unit has the win/loss record to back it up. Boise State has put up a combined 61 wins over the last 5 years. Key losses for Boise State include: Titus Young, Boise's All-Time leader in receiving yards and Austin Pettis, Boise's All-Time leader in receptions.
Atlanta is considered the crossroad of The South, and this year is no different as Mark Richt, who has been under some fire, brings in a struggling but re-energized UGA program coming off a losing season last year (6-7). Not known for his especially fiery disposition or ultra-intensity, Mark Richt has quietly guided a UGA program, without any major NCAA violations or sanctions in a time when it seems like football programs are being picked off like target practice. Just ask (Southern Cal, Ohio State, and North Carolina). All eyes will be on him though regardless of the young men’s lives he has helped positively shape over the past 11 years in Athens.
Fact of the matter is, when Dawg fans want a return to the earlier days in Mark Richt's career in Athens and the defensive power houses that Brian Van Gorder pumped out, they need to take a closer look at the point of attack, the defensive line. Georgia lost its way post Van Gorder at locking in the best and brightest in the Defensive Tackle and Defensive Lineman spots. They lost their way in cultivating talent and ensuring they were prepared from a weight room perspective. There is a lot of the positive energy radiating out of Athens these days at the noticeable refocusing of attention on these key spots. With Defensive Coordinator Todd Grantham at the helm of the 3-4, a desire to land some beef up front has returned to the front burner. Jonathan Jenkins, one of the top nose tackles in the country in the JUCO ranks was signed this year, and he looks to back up a surging Kwame Geathers and vie for a starting role. Flanking at the DLine positions will be DeAngelo Tyso and Abry Jones. If Georgia fans want to know where the beef is, then start here. It is back. The average weight off the aforementioned: 328 lbs. Georgia's defense made great strides last year righting the ship from Willie Martinez, but Coach Grantham knows they have to get even stingier, especially better on 3rd down. Look for Georgia’s Defense to continue to improve in every category as players shuffle around: Hard hitting Alec Ogletree is up from Safety and now at Line Backer, and Jarvis Jones looks to start after transferring from Southern Cal. Georgia's secondary Led by Brandon Boykin (CB), Bacarri Rambo (SS), Branden Smith (CB) and Sanders Commings (FS), the secondary hopes to be the strong suit that is shooting to move from middle of the SEC pack.
Aaron Murray brings a cool confidence back at the QB position, and an amazing arm. However, many are curious who he will be throwing it to on 3rd downs this year, as AJ Green is now a Cincinnati Bengal. Look for WR by committee this year, until a true WR steps up. Orson Charles (TE) has been outstanding while at UGA, and many are looking to Tavarres King to emerge as the go to wide out. Tailback is a bit of question mark, as Georgia more or less cleaned house with Caleb King and Washaun Ealey out of the picture. Georgia fans are a bit relieved and anxious on the matter. Just pull up their total yards and fumbles inside the red zone and move on. They were not an outstanding unit. We'll just have to wait and see on the running back situation moving forward. Richard Samuel is back at RB after a flirting with Line Backer last year. Isaiah Crowell is a highly touted freshman that many are resting their hopes. This could be the year Georgia fans see a return to a tougher hard nosed era, as strength and conditioning has received a much needed boost and a couple players look to contribute on both sides of the ball this year.
Bottom Line:
Mark Richt finds himself at the proverbial cross roads of his career. He is on shaky ground. Chris Peterson is shooting up the win column like like a rocket. Georgia has an extremely tough match up against Boise State. Boise will come in ranked in the Top 10, and they will be ready. The Dawgs will have to show up with a running game that is currently in question, and a passing attack, excluding Aaron Murray and Orson Charles, that is looking to create some household names. Georgia will have to focus with a strong point of attack with the hope of disrupting Kellen Moore, something which does not happen very often to him. Moreover, Georgia will have to play loose and fast and most importantly avoid the penalty to bug which has plagued their often sloppy play. Boise State is one of the most disciplined teams in the country, and it shows as they tend to win the close ones. This looks to be a barn burner, and a great way to start the season off.
Update (August 10th):
Word was released yesterday that Linebacker Jarvis Jones has been cleared to play, and this is big time news for the UGA defense. He was under review and investigation for possible improper benefits. He will not miss a game this year as a result. I want to underscore this, as it is apparent to me that UGA's Football Operations are running a much tighter ship than the previous Damon Evans administration. Greg McGarity and company are dailed in, and the program seems to be breathing fresh air. Jarvis Jones will be a starting spot from the opening kick and looks to have an immediate positive impace in Georgia's 3-4 defense.
Update (August 11th):
Boise State's Athletic Director, Gene Bleymaier, was fired by University President Bob Kustra yesterday. The University is facing numerous secondary violations which occurred during Bleymaier's watch. The secondary violations span Football, Track and Field, and Tennis. Boise has already begun its search for a new AD.
Update (August 18th):
Jakar Hamilton, Safety for UGA, will miss the Boise State game or more than likely the entire 2011 season. The stress fracture is near his ankle. He played in all 13 games last year, and he started in 5. He does have the potential redshirt, which looks to be The Dawgs best option.
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With the season just weeks away, it is time to preview the upcoming great games of the season, and we will showcase those in the Can't Miss Games of 2011 series. We'll start, of course, in the SEC. The conference is at an all time high right now, and they have won an astounding 5 National Championships in a row.
Two games set if off right out of the gate this year. The Boise State/Georgia game and the Oregon/LSU game. Technically, both games are at neutral sites, but both are regionally close strong SEC fan bases. Coverage of the Atlanta game is below, and we'll showcase the Arlington game later this week. We will continue to showcase the best games of the year in our CAN'T MISS IT 2011 series.
Boise State vs Georgia
8:00 PM - September 3rd
ESPN/ESPN3.com
Boise State travels back to the state of Georgia to square off in The Dome against Georgia. Boise returns 7 starters on Offense and 7 starters on Defense. The last time they met Jared Zabransky threw 4 picks, and Georgia, led by DJ Shockley, had their way with an outmatched Boise State team. The Boise State team of 2011 is very different from the 2005 squad. This team is led by All-American Kellen Moore (QB) and is chock full of seniors and talented players. Moore is acclimated to big stage games and he's super-efficient. He is set this year to pass Colt McCoy as the All-Time winningest QB in NCAA history. Don't look for a 4 pick interception night from him. Doug Martin (RB), Tyler Shoemaker (WR), and Kyle Efaw (TE) will be the primary threats for Moore, and they should get the ball early with solid protection from a veteran Offensive Line led by Thomas Byrd, 1st Team WAC Center, and Nate Potter, left tackle.
The Bronco defense is stout. They showcase 9 seniors, and it is important to note that Boise State's 2010 squad was #2 in the country in total D. Some names remain familiar with Billy Winn (1st Team WAC, DT), J.C. Percy (team leading tackler, LB), George Iloka (1st Team WAC, FS), and Shea McClellin (1st Team WAC, DE). The weak point looks to be portions of the secondary.
Head Coach, Chris Peterson, is in his 6th year at Boise State, and he knows the drill. His leadership and motivational skills are right up there with the best of the business as his tightly focused unit has the win/loss record to back it up. Boise State has put up a combined 61 wins over the last 5 years. Key losses for Boise State include: Titus Young, Boise's All-Time leader in receiving yards and Austin Pettis, Boise's All-Time leader in receptions.
Atlanta is considered the crossroad of The South, and this year is no different as Mark Richt, who has been under some fire, brings in a struggling but re-energized UGA program coming off a losing season last year (6-7). Not known for his especially fiery disposition or ultra-intensity, Mark Richt has quietly guided a UGA program, without any major NCAA violations or sanctions in a time when it seems like football programs are being picked off like target practice. Just ask (Southern Cal, Ohio State, and North Carolina). All eyes will be on him though regardless of the young men’s lives he has helped positively shape over the past 11 years in Athens.
Fact of the matter is, when Dawg fans want a return to the earlier days in Mark Richt's career in Athens and the defensive power houses that Brian Van Gorder pumped out, they need to take a closer look at the point of attack, the defensive line. Georgia lost its way post Van Gorder at locking in the best and brightest in the Defensive Tackle and Defensive Lineman spots. They lost their way in cultivating talent and ensuring they were prepared from a weight room perspective. There is a lot of the positive energy radiating out of Athens these days at the noticeable refocusing of attention on these key spots. With Defensive Coordinator Todd Grantham at the helm of the 3-4, a desire to land some beef up front has returned to the front burner. Jonathan Jenkins, one of the top nose tackles in the country in the JUCO ranks was signed this year, and he looks to back up a surging Kwame Geathers and vie for a starting role. Flanking at the DLine positions will be DeAngelo Tyso and Abry Jones. If Georgia fans want to know where the beef is, then start here. It is back. The average weight off the aforementioned: 328 lbs. Georgia's defense made great strides last year righting the ship from Willie Martinez, but Coach Grantham knows they have to get even stingier, especially better on 3rd down. Look for Georgia’s Defense to continue to improve in every category as players shuffle around: Hard hitting Alec Ogletree is up from Safety and now at Line Backer, and Jarvis Jones looks to start after transferring from Southern Cal. Georgia's secondary Led by Brandon Boykin (CB), Bacarri Rambo (SS), Branden Smith (CB) and Sanders Commings (FS), the secondary hopes to be the strong suit that is shooting to move from middle of the SEC pack.
Aaron Murray brings a cool confidence back at the QB position, and an amazing arm. However, many are curious who he will be throwing it to on 3rd downs this year, as AJ Green is now a Cincinnati Bengal. Look for WR by committee this year, until a true WR steps up. Orson Charles (TE) has been outstanding while at UGA, and many are looking to Tavarres King to emerge as the go to wide out. Tailback is a bit of question mark, as Georgia more or less cleaned house with Caleb King and Washaun Ealey out of the picture. Georgia fans are a bit relieved and anxious on the matter. Just pull up their total yards and fumbles inside the red zone and move on. They were not an outstanding unit. We'll just have to wait and see on the running back situation moving forward. Richard Samuel is back at RB after a flirting with Line Backer last year. Isaiah Crowell is a highly touted freshman that many are resting their hopes. This could be the year Georgia fans see a return to a tougher hard nosed era, as strength and conditioning has received a much needed boost and a couple players look to contribute on both sides of the ball this year.
Bottom Line:
Mark Richt finds himself at the proverbial cross roads of his career. He is on shaky ground. Chris Peterson is shooting up the win column like like a rocket. Georgia has an extremely tough match up against Boise State. Boise will come in ranked in the Top 10, and they will be ready. The Dawgs will have to show up with a running game that is currently in question, and a passing attack, excluding Aaron Murray and Orson Charles, that is looking to create some household names. Georgia will have to focus with a strong point of attack with the hope of disrupting Kellen Moore, something which does not happen very often to him. Moreover, Georgia will have to play loose and fast and most importantly avoid the penalty to bug which has plagued their often sloppy play. Boise State is one of the most disciplined teams in the country, and it shows as they tend to win the close ones. This looks to be a barn burner, and a great way to start the season off.
Update (August 10th):
Word was released yesterday that Linebacker Jarvis Jones has been cleared to play, and this is big time news for the UGA defense. He was under review and investigation for possible improper benefits. He will not miss a game this year as a result. I want to underscore this, as it is apparent to me that UGA's Football Operations are running a much tighter ship than the previous Damon Evans administration. Greg McGarity and company are dailed in, and the program seems to be breathing fresh air. Jarvis Jones will be a starting spot from the opening kick and looks to have an immediate positive impace in Georgia's 3-4 defense.
Update (August 11th):
Boise State's Athletic Director, Gene Bleymaier, was fired by University President Bob Kustra yesterday. The University is facing numerous secondary violations which occurred during Bleymaier's watch. The secondary violations span Football, Track and Field, and Tennis. Boise has already begun its search for a new AD.
Update (August 18th):
Jakar Hamilton, Safety for UGA, will miss the Boise State game or more than likely the entire 2011 season. The stress fracture is near his ankle. He played in all 13 games last year, and he started in 5. He does have the potential redshirt, which looks to be The Dawgs best option.
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Saturday, November 27, 2010
WOW WHAT A FINISH
As the College Football regular season draws to a close, it looks like it is saving the best for last. Friday opened up with the Iron Bowl and closed out in a chilly Rene, Nevada.
In a flurry of fireworks yesterday, it is very apparent this season is not over by a long shot.
Up first The Iron Bowl -
Alabama looked to be in complete control, with smothering defense and efficient offensive production early in the game. The domination was apparent early on as offensive total yards were severely titled with Alabama tallying 162 yards of total offense to Auburn's measly 2. Early on it looked like Bama could do no wrong and Auburn could do nothing right.
At the end of the first quarter it was Alabama 21 - Auburn 0.
There were a number of key plays that led to the comeback, but one that stands out among the best is when Mark Ingram caught a screen pass, then bolted across midfield. Auburn's Antoine Carter did not give up, stayed with the play, and popped the ball loose which went tumbling out the back of the end zone. TOUCHBACK.
This did not mark the complete turnaround in the game, but looking back it was the beginning of the end. Auburn got the ball and ended up punting. Alabama got the ball and marched down the goal line, but Trent Richardson ended up dropping a no-brainer. This led to a field goal, and there we were at 24-0. Bama in control.
But Auburn's defense and offense led by Cam Newton settled down and pulled out the sweetest victory in Iron Bowl History. Credit Gene Chizik, Malzahn, Newton, and Fairley. Their half time adjustments were the difference here in this instant classic. Cam Newton was not going to be denied, and the Auburn fans sitting upstairs got a very sweet WAR EAGLE!
Auburn 28 - Alabama 27
Up next Arizona at Oregon -
This one looked close, but Chip Kelly's team is too good. Sound on both sides of the ball Oregon ended up pulling away in the second half. The Ducks found themselves down at 14-19, but like the great teams proper halftime adjustments proved crucial.
Arizona 29 - Oregon 48
And the nightcap, Boise State at Nevada -
These things have a way of working themselves out, and unfortunately Boise State ran into team in Reno that played like it had nothing to loose. It was a hard fought game in which Nevada found itself down 17-0, but the Wolfpack did not give up. It was not until 5:47 to go before the half that Nevada saw points on the board for them as Vai Taua rushed in for a 5 yard TD run. The pats on the back were short lived as Boise quickly answered with a 51 yard run by Doug Martin.
Fast forward to 5 minutes to go in the 3rd Quarter. Boise State is up 24-7, and after a crucial pass interference call against Boise State's James Taylor thing began to slowly unravel for the Broncos. A couple plays later Colin Kaepernick runs 18 yards of the left side for a gutsy QB touchdown run in which he went airborne to touch the pylon. And with that score the Wolfpack were in business down by 10 (24-14).
The 4th Quarter started off with a bang. Rishard Matthews on an end around ended up bobbing a weaving for 44 yard TD to cut it to 3. Boise gets the ball next, punts, and Nevada is in business. They drive down kick a field goal and with about 5 minutes left in the game we have tied ball game folks (24-24).
What happens next will go down in history as some of the most exciting in WAC history. After Nevada finally tied the game, the kick off to Boise State, and the first play on the drive Kellen Moore throws it to Doug Martin who was not going to be denied. He took the pass 79 yards for the go ahead TD. Nevada gets the kick down by 7 and drive down the field. Kaepernick drills a TD pass to Rishard Matthews with seconds to go in the game to tie it up. Boise State comes back with a deep ball prayer that is hauled in by Titus Young. It was a 54 yard play that setup the kicker for the game winner.
In a page taken from FSU's history books...Kyle Brotzman's kick is Wide Right.
On to Overtime and Brotzman's kick misses another. This time Wide Left. Nevada gets the ball and Anthony Martiznez drilled it right down the middle. Nevada snags a piece of the WAC title with the win.
Boise State 31 - Nevada 34
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In a flurry of fireworks yesterday, it is very apparent this season is not over by a long shot.
Up first The Iron Bowl -
Alabama looked to be in complete control, with smothering defense and efficient offensive production early in the game. The domination was apparent early on as offensive total yards were severely titled with Alabama tallying 162 yards of total offense to Auburn's measly 2. Early on it looked like Bama could do no wrong and Auburn could do nothing right.
At the end of the first quarter it was Alabama 21 - Auburn 0.
There were a number of key plays that led to the comeback, but one that stands out among the best is when Mark Ingram caught a screen pass, then bolted across midfield. Auburn's Antoine Carter did not give up, stayed with the play, and popped the ball loose which went tumbling out the back of the end zone. TOUCHBACK.
This did not mark the complete turnaround in the game, but looking back it was the beginning of the end. Auburn got the ball and ended up punting. Alabama got the ball and marched down the goal line, but Trent Richardson ended up dropping a no-brainer. This led to a field goal, and there we were at 24-0. Bama in control.
But Auburn's defense and offense led by Cam Newton settled down and pulled out the sweetest victory in Iron Bowl History. Credit Gene Chizik, Malzahn, Newton, and Fairley. Their half time adjustments were the difference here in this instant classic. Cam Newton was not going to be denied, and the Auburn fans sitting upstairs got a very sweet WAR EAGLE!
Auburn 28 - Alabama 27
Up next Arizona at Oregon -
This one looked close, but Chip Kelly's team is too good. Sound on both sides of the ball Oregon ended up pulling away in the second half. The Ducks found themselves down at 14-19, but like the great teams proper halftime adjustments proved crucial.
Arizona 29 - Oregon 48
And the nightcap, Boise State at Nevada -
These things have a way of working themselves out, and unfortunately Boise State ran into team in Reno that played like it had nothing to loose. It was a hard fought game in which Nevada found itself down 17-0, but the Wolfpack did not give up. It was not until 5:47 to go before the half that Nevada saw points on the board for them as Vai Taua rushed in for a 5 yard TD run. The pats on the back were short lived as Boise quickly answered with a 51 yard run by Doug Martin.
Fast forward to 5 minutes to go in the 3rd Quarter. Boise State is up 24-7, and after a crucial pass interference call against Boise State's James Taylor thing began to slowly unravel for the Broncos. A couple plays later Colin Kaepernick runs 18 yards of the left side for a gutsy QB touchdown run in which he went airborne to touch the pylon. And with that score the Wolfpack were in business down by 10 (24-14).
The 4th Quarter started off with a bang. Rishard Matthews on an end around ended up bobbing a weaving for 44 yard TD to cut it to 3. Boise gets the ball next, punts, and Nevada is in business. They drive down kick a field goal and with about 5 minutes left in the game we have tied ball game folks (24-24).
What happens next will go down in history as some of the most exciting in WAC history. After Nevada finally tied the game, the kick off to Boise State, and the first play on the drive Kellen Moore throws it to Doug Martin who was not going to be denied. He took the pass 79 yards for the go ahead TD. Nevada gets the kick down by 7 and drive down the field. Kaepernick drills a TD pass to Rishard Matthews with seconds to go in the game to tie it up. Boise State comes back with a deep ball prayer that is hauled in by Titus Young. It was a 54 yard play that setup the kicker for the game winner.
In a page taken from FSU's history books...Kyle Brotzman's kick is Wide Right.
On to Overtime and Brotzman's kick misses another. This time Wide Left. Nevada gets the ball and Anthony Martiznez drilled it right down the middle. Nevada snags a piece of the WAC title with the win.
Boise State 31 - Nevada 34
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Sunday, September 26, 2010
WEEK 4: THOUGHTS FROM THE WEEKEND
What a Saturday of football. We saw Texas go down to UCLA, BAMA hold court on the road, Auburn defend their home turf, Stanford dominate the Irish, and Boise State get another W.
1. Alabama 24 - Arkansas 20
Upfront and Center - Bama at Arkansas. This was an instant classic. Back and forth the whole day. Alabama stayed calm, cool and collected. The Tide put the pressure on Mallett, and the pick he threw in the end zone, plus the pick at the end of the game will leave Mallett, Petrino and Razorback Nation wondering what could have been. Mallett had 1 TD and 3 INTs. In the end, Bama was too strong and too disciplined to lose this one. Ingram finished with 2 TDs, 157 yards on 24 carries.
2. UCLA 34 - Texas 12
Texas falls to UCLA. The Bruins came in and produced Coach Rick Neuheisel's Signature Win. Texas produced more your yards than UCLA, but football is not about out-gaining opponents its about scoring more and the turnover battle. Both key battles Texas lost today. Texas can't expect to win with that many fumbles. Once again Texas' ground game comes into question.
3. Stanford 37 - Notre Dame 14
Stanford looks like one of the best coached teams in the country. Coach Harbaugh is up for my Coach of the Year award, and for very good reason - This Stanford team lost Heisman hopeful Toby Gerhart and has not miss a beat in their 2010 Campaign. They went on the road and played in hostile territory, but ultimately came away with a win against the Irish. Nate Whitaker's field goals were key in the road win.
4. Oregon State 24 - Boise State 37
Say what you want - Boise just keeps Winning. Boise hosted the Beavers from Corvallis last night and again the Broncos send home another team, upset, angry and frustrated. Kellen Moore is the real deal, with very efficient passing. He finished with almost 300 yards passing and no picks. Key stat was the 3rd Down Battle as Oregon State was just 3-13 and Boise was 9-14. That's about all you need to hear. Boise moves the sticks, and they did it again last night.
5. South Carolina 27 - Auburn 35
What a game on The Plains last night. Another SEC game that did not disappoint. With that being that being said, Garcia really did disappoint. 2 fumbles had him on the bench last night as it came down to the wire, so Coach Spurrier opts to go with Conner Shaw. I can't say I blame him. Garcia's a senior and he should be protecting the ball. With all that being said Auburn made things really uncomfortable for a very good Carolina team all night. Great home win for Auburn. The "Yes We Cam!" campaign slogan is great stuff and accurate.
6. Georgia 12 - Miss State 24
Welcome to Chernobyl, Dawg fans.
Big home win for Mississippi State. Dan Mullen has things on the upswing. Coach Mark Richt and company have things clearly going in the wrong direction. Dawg Nation is up in arms and for very good reason. The UGA program has noticeably eroded. Its time to shake it up in Athens. I would start by taking a good long look at Mike Bobo's production or lack there of and go from the there.One thing is for certain with a fumble in the red zone against Carolina, and the fumble last night in the red zone against Miss. State, Washaun Ealey should not be touching the ball in the red zone from here on out. Georgia can't afford to be fumbling in the red zone if they want to win.
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1. Alabama 24 - Arkansas 20
Upfront and Center - Bama at Arkansas. This was an instant classic. Back and forth the whole day. Alabama stayed calm, cool and collected. The Tide put the pressure on Mallett, and the pick he threw in the end zone, plus the pick at the end of the game will leave Mallett, Petrino and Razorback Nation wondering what could have been. Mallett had 1 TD and 3 INTs. In the end, Bama was too strong and too disciplined to lose this one. Ingram finished with 2 TDs, 157 yards on 24 carries.
2. UCLA 34 - Texas 12
Texas falls to UCLA. The Bruins came in and produced Coach Rick Neuheisel's Signature Win. Texas produced more your yards than UCLA, but football is not about out-gaining opponents its about scoring more and the turnover battle. Both key battles Texas lost today. Texas can't expect to win with that many fumbles. Once again Texas' ground game comes into question.
3. Stanford 37 - Notre Dame 14
Stanford looks like one of the best coached teams in the country. Coach Harbaugh is up for my Coach of the Year award, and for very good reason - This Stanford team lost Heisman hopeful Toby Gerhart and has not miss a beat in their 2010 Campaign. They went on the road and played in hostile territory, but ultimately came away with a win against the Irish. Nate Whitaker's field goals were key in the road win.
4. Oregon State 24 - Boise State 37
Say what you want - Boise just keeps Winning. Boise hosted the Beavers from Corvallis last night and again the Broncos send home another team, upset, angry and frustrated. Kellen Moore is the real deal, with very efficient passing. He finished with almost 300 yards passing and no picks. Key stat was the 3rd Down Battle as Oregon State was just 3-13 and Boise was 9-14. That's about all you need to hear. Boise moves the sticks, and they did it again last night.
5. South Carolina 27 - Auburn 35
What a game on The Plains last night. Another SEC game that did not disappoint. With that being that being said, Garcia really did disappoint. 2 fumbles had him on the bench last night as it came down to the wire, so Coach Spurrier opts to go with Conner Shaw. I can't say I blame him. Garcia's a senior and he should be protecting the ball. With all that being said Auburn made things really uncomfortable for a very good Carolina team all night. Great home win for Auburn. The "Yes We Cam!" campaign slogan is great stuff and accurate.
6. Georgia 12 - Miss State 24
Welcome to Chernobyl, Dawg fans.
Big home win for Mississippi State. Dan Mullen has things on the upswing. Coach Mark Richt and company have things clearly going in the wrong direction. Dawg Nation is up in arms and for very good reason. The UGA program has noticeably eroded. Its time to shake it up in Athens. I would start by taking a good long look at Mike Bobo's production or lack there of and go from the there.One thing is for certain with a fumble in the red zone against Carolina, and the fumble last night in the red zone against Miss. State, Washaun Ealey should not be touching the ball in the red zone from here on out. Georgia can't afford to be fumbling in the red zone if they want to win.
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Tuesday, August 24, 2010
CF Daily's Preseason Top 10
9 Days and 11 hours to go. The wait is over...here are College Football Daily's Top 10.
It is not where you start, but where you finish. So expect these rankings to shuffle up considerably once with get underway - they always do.
- Alabama
- Ohio State
- Texas
- Florida
- Boise State
- TCU
- Virginia Tech
- Nebraska
- Iowa
- Oklahoma
It is not where you start, but where you finish. So expect these rankings to shuffle up considerably once with get underway - they always do.
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