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Ten thoughts from around the college football landscape, straight from the mind of Lloyd Ribner III.
CFI Top 25: Week 8 BCS Title Race Wide Open
Scout’s Notebook: Texas Nebraska Arkansas Auburn Photo Slide Show: Texas Nebraska
SEC Football Legends: Class of 2010 | John Mackey Midseason Watch List
UNC TE Zack Pianalto Out For The Season | Georgia Tech/BYU Ink 4-Year Deal
1) Mississippi State pulled off a huge victory this past Saturday in The Swamp. The most impressive
October 16, 2010 Auburn, AL
What a night to remember for those who love offense. These two teams combined for 108 points (SEC record) and 1,036 yards of total offense. It was clearly the offenses of both teams that reigned supreme, as the defenses could not stop the opposition. Cam Newton continued his amazing season by adding 188 yards and three scores on the ground to his resume. But the biggest surprise of the game was sophomore quarterback Tyler Wilson, who had to replace Ryan Mallett early in the second quarter after the latter departed with an injury. Here are the highlights and lowlights of the players involved.
In a game that displayed so much offense, it’s hard to believe that Ryan Mallett didn’t play a large role in the action. He misfired on his first four pass attempts. The first was a low
October 16, 2010 Auburn, AL
What a night to remember for those who love offense. These two teams combined for 108 points (SEC record) and 1,036 yards of total offense. It was clearly the offenses of both teams that reigned supreme, as the defenses could not stop the opposition. Cam Newton continued his amazing season by adding 188 yards and three scores on the ground to his resume. But the biggest surprise of the game was sophomore quarterback Tyler Wilson, who had to replace Ryan Mallett early in the second quarter after the latter departed with an injury. Here are the highlights and lowlights of the players involved.
In a game that displayed so much offense, it’s hard to believe that Ryan Mallett didn’t play a large role in the action. He misfired on his first four pass attempts. The first was a low
Half a dozen weeks are in the books and the NFL season is beginning to take shape. Pretenders have been unmasked and contenders have risen up. Some teams have, at long last, learned valuable lessons while others just can’t seem to do the right thing.
The New York Jets are certainly contenders, but they’ve been telling us that for months. Gang Green overcame the Denver Broncos 24-20 to secure their 5th consecutive win and remain atop the AFC East. The come-from-behind road victory wasn’t a pretty one; the Jets committed three turnovers, saw Denver outgain them offensively, and generally played as if they’d been in a hard-fought Monday night game the previous week. Mark Sanchez threw his first two interceptions of the season and LaDainian Tomlinson
With a third No. 1 in three weeks, it’s obvious the 2010 BCS title chase is an open one. Tyler Oberly breaks down the chances of top five teams Oklahoma, Auburn, Boise State, Oregon and TCU.
CFI Top 25: Week 8 Scout’s Notebook: Texas Nebraska Photo Slide Show: Texas Nebraska
SEC Football Legends: Class of 2010 | John Mackey Midseason Watch List
UNC TE Zack Pianalto Out For The Season | Georgia Tech/BYU Ink 4-Year Deal
With the #1 team changing each of the past two weeks, the questions in college football
With a third No. 1 in three weeks, it’s obvious the 2010 BCS title chase is an open one. Tyler Oberly breaks down the chances of top five teams Oklahoma, Auburn, Boise State, Oregon and TCU.
CFI Top 25: Week 8 Scout’s Notebook: Texas Nebraska Photo Slide Show: Texas Nebraska
SEC Football Legends: Class of 2010 | John Mackey Midseason Watch List
UNC TE Zack Pianalto Out For The Season | Georgia Tech/BYU Ink 4-Year Deal
With the #1 team changing each of the past two weeks, the questions in college football
Each week the NFL Draft Bible & College Football Insiders scout the big games of the week.
WEEK SEVEN
Scout’s Notebook: Texas Nebraska
WEEK SIX
Scout’s Notebook: LSU Tigers Alabama)
Scout’s Notebook: Florida State Miami
WEEK FIVE
Scout’s Notebook: Jerrod Johnson
Scout’s Notebook: Wisconsin Michigan State
Scout’s Notebook: Stanford Oregon
Scout’s Notebook: Penn State Iowa
Scout’s Notebook: Miami Clemson
WEEK FOUR
Draft: News, Notes & Quotes: Week 4
Scout’s Notebook: Kentucky Florida
Scout’s Notebook: Stanford Notre Dame
WEEK THREE
Scouting the Nation: Week 3 Part I
Scouting the Nation: Week 3- Part II
Scout’s Notebook: Notre Dame Michigan State
WEEK TWO
CFI Top 25: Week 8 Scout’s Notebook: Texas Nebraska Photo Slide Show: Texas Nebraska
SEC Football Legends: Class of 2010 | John Mackey Midseason Watch List | Georgia Tech/BYU Ink 4-Year Deal
University of North Carolina senior tight end Zack Pianalto fractured his right fibula at the ankle joint in Saturday’s 44-10 victory at Virginia A native of Springdale, Ark., Pianalto will miss the remainder of the regular season. He will undergo additional evaluation this week to determine if surgery is required. Pianalto currently leads the Tar Heels with 30 receptions for 311 yards and one touchdown. Last season, Pianalto set the school record for most receptions by a tight end with
CFI Top 25: Week 8 Scout’s Notebook: Texas Nebraska Photo Slide Show: Texas Nebraska
SEC Football Legends: Class of 2010 | John Mackey Midseason Watch List | Georgia Tech/BYU Ink 4-Year Deal
University of North Carolina senior tight end Zack Pianalto fractured his right fibula at the ankle joint in Saturday’s 44-10 victory at Virginia A native of Springdale, Ark., Pianalto will miss the remainder of the regular season. He will undergo additional evaluation this week to determine if surgery is required. Pianalto currently leads the Tar Heels with 30 receptions for 311 yards and one touchdown. Last season, Pianalto set the school record for most receptions by a tight end with
College Football Insiders founder Daniel Mogollon ranks the top 25 teams.
Scout’s Notebook: Texas Nebraska Photo Slide Show: Texas Nebraska
SEC Football Legends: Class of 2010 | John Mackey Midseason Watch List | Georgia Tech/BYU Ink 4-Year Deal
1. Oklahoma Sooners (2); Record: 6-0 (2-0)
Coaches Poll: 3; Associated Press: 3
Last Week: Won vs. Iowa State 52-0
Up Next: 10/23: #17 Missouri; 10/30: vs. Colorado
2. Oregon Ducks (4); Record: 6-0 (3-0)
Coaches Poll: 1; Associated Press: 1
Last Week: Idle
Up Next: 10/21: vs. UCLA; 10/30: USC
3. Auburn Tigers (6); Record: 7-0 (4-0)
Coaches Poll: