I missed a week, and a few things have happened. So, now I am trying to catch up. Here goes.
1. Ohio State–The Buckeyes await whomever the BCS sends their way after surviving the Michigan game in Columbus.
2. USC–The Trojans took out Notre Dame at home, and they have looked good since the loss to Oregon State.
3. Florida–The Gators beat rival Florida State and have Arkansas in the SEC Title Game.
4. Michigan–The Wolverines should not fall far after their gutsy showing at Ohio State. They showed that they would be a tough playoff team.
5. LSU–The Tigers are playing their best ball, and I am sure they would like to have back Auburn and Florida. LSU beat a good Arkansas team in Little Rock Saturday. They await the bowl selections.
6. Wisconsin–The Badgers are heading to the Capital One Bowl, and they have a 11-1 record to show for it.
7. Arkansas–The Razorbacks may have lost to a more talented team in LSU, but they get to play in Atlanta and could be the SEC Champs. Much of this can be attributed to one of the best backs in the country in Darren McFadden and his back up Felix Jones. When Arkansas can throw the ball, they are dangerous.
8. Louisville–The Cardinals still have a shot at a BCS Bowl. If they beat UConn and Rutgers loses at West Virginia, Louisville will be Big East Champions.
9. Oklahoma–The Sooners were not even on my radar two weeks ago, but my how things change. They won out, and Texas lost two. Now, the Sooners are headed to the Big 12 Title Game. They have to play a tough Nebraska team.
10. Boise State–The Broncos went 12-0 with new coach. Undefeated in any conference where the teams play each other every year and rivalries are established is very difficult to do. The Broncos have earned a spot in the BCS, and it remains to be seen if they will take advantage of it like Utah did two years ago.
Games to Watch
Arkansas vs. Florida–The Gators are hoping for a Bruin miracle, but they better be ready for Arkansas. The Razorback ground game is at its best, scorching LSU for over 300 yards. The Hogs just need to be able to complete a few passes (like more than three) to close out the best Razorback season since 1988 with a birth in the BCS.
Oklahoma vs. Nebraska–Gone are the days of Switzer and Osborne. These are new days, and the option has left each program. Oklahoma gets my vote of Resilient Team of the Year. Nebraska finished the way people thought they would.
Rutgers vs. West Virginia–This one is for the Big East’s representative to the BCS. Rutgers goes if it wins. If the Mountaineers win, it’s Louisville. There should be electricity in Morgantown, WV Saturday Night.
