Since 1969 No. 8 Ohio State is 32-2 against Minnesota. The Buckeyes have outscored the Gophers 1,160-447 in those 34 games. Ohio State leads the series 39-7 and is 19-4 at Minnesota.
Todd Boeckman is ranked tenth in the nation among quarterbacks in pass efficiency. His rating of 172.6 should improve against Minnesota's defenseless pass defense. The Gophers' defense is as putrid as Notre Dame's offense. Minnesota ranks last in pass defense, total defense and turnover margin.
Minnesota's offense can't be blamed for this season's 1-3 start. Led by dual threat quarterback Adam Webster the Gophers have scored at least 31 points each game. Webster has already thrown for 1,031 yards and 11 touchdowns. He has rushed for 257 yards and two touchdowns.
The Buckeyes' defense will also have to contain running back Amir Pinnix (5.7 yards per carry) and receivers Eric Decker and Ernie Wheelwright. Decker and Wheelwright have combined for 626 yards and nine touchdowns.
The View's Take
Jim Tressel is 4-0 against the Gophers winning by an average score of 39-16. This should be another easy win for Tressel, provided nobody else takes a stroll down High Street. Does Ohio State, a 24-point favorite, travel to Minneapolis with a welcome mat that says “Dome Sweet Dome”?
Ohio State 34, Minnesota 13
The History
Overall Record: 39-7
Points Scored: 1,383-592
Avg Score: 30-13
Ohio State Records at Minnesota
Most points- 49 (1995)
Largest Margin-48-0 (1950)
QB
O-State- Todd Boeckman 753 yards 10 TD 3 INTs MINN- Adam Weber 1,031 yards 11 TD 8 INTs, 257 ryd 4.1 ypc 2 TD
RB
O-State- Maurice Wells
MINN- Amir Pinnix 439 yards 5.7 ypc 3 TD
WR
O-State- Brian Robiskie 20 rec, 431 yards, 21.6 ypc, 5 TD
O-State- Brian Hartline 16 rec, 175 yards 10.9 ypc, TD
MINN- Eric Decker 30 rec, 421 yards, 4 TD
MINN- Ernie Wheelwright 16 rec, 205 yards, 5 TD
Thursday, September 27, 2007
No. 6 California at No. 11 Oregon Week 5
Oregon's coach, Mike Bellotti, is 7-2 against Cal and has never lost to the Golden Bears in Oregon. Oregon's Dennis Dixon has thrown for 932 yards, 11 touchdowns and 0 interceptions. He has also four rushing touchdowns and averages 6.1 ypc. Add the running game of Jonathon Stewart, the receiving of Jaison Williams and an opportunistic defense and Bellotti will be 5-0 at home against Cal.
Oregon 33, Cal 23
Oregon's History Against California:
Overall Record: 30-36-2
Points Scored: 1,105-1,345
Avg. Score: 16-20
Mike Bellotti versus Cal
Record: 7-2
Points Scored: 288-206
Avg. Score: 32-23
The Players
QB
CAL- Nathan Longshore 852 yards, 5 TD, 2 INT, 63.3%
ORE- Dennis Dixon 932 yards, 11 TD, 0 INT, 68.8%, 291 ryd, 6.1, 4 TD
RB
CAL- Justin Forsett 484 yards, 5.7, 7 TD
ORE- Jonathon Stewart 503 yards, 7.7, 4 TD
WR
CAL- Lavelle Hawkins 25 rec, 315 yards, 12.6, 2 TD
CAL- DeSean Jackson 17 rec, 151 yards, 8.9, 0 TD
ORE- Jaison Williams 18 rec, 267 yards, 14.8, 4 TD
ORE- Cameron Colvin 12 rec, 170 yards, 14.2, TD
Oregon 33, Cal 23
Oregon's History Against California:
Overall Record: 30-36-2
Points Scored: 1,105-1,345
Avg. Score: 16-20
Mike Bellotti versus Cal
Record: 7-2
Points Scored: 288-206
Avg. Score: 32-23
The Players
QB
CAL- Nathan Longshore 852 yards, 5 TD, 2 INT, 63.3%
ORE- Dennis Dixon 932 yards, 11 TD, 0 INT, 68.8%, 291 ryd, 6.1, 4 TD
RB
CAL- Justin Forsett 484 yards, 5.7, 7 TD
ORE- Jonathon Stewart 503 yards, 7.7, 4 TD
WR
CAL- Lavelle Hawkins 25 rec, 315 yards, 12.6, 2 TD
CAL- DeSean Jackson 17 rec, 151 yards, 8.9, 0 TD
ORE- Jaison Williams 18 rec, 267 yards, 14.8, 4 TD
ORE- Cameron Colvin 12 rec, 170 yards, 14.2, TD
Auburn at No. 4 Florida Week 5
Florida is 8-2 in the last ten games against Auburn. The Gators have defeated the Tigers by an average score of 31-16 in those games. This season Tim Tebow has thrown for 1,069 yards, ten touchdowns and 0 interceptions. Tebow also leads Florida with 358 rushing yards and seven rushing touchdowns. Perhaps Florida should make Tebow play by himself to make this a fair game.
Tebow 30, Auburn 16
Florida's History against Auburn
Overall Record: 38-41-2
Points Scored: 1,327-1,417
Avg. Score: 16-18
The Players
QB AUB- Brandon Cox 571 yards, 3 TD, 6 INT, 53.2%
FLA- Tim Tebow 1,069 yards, 10 TD, 0 INT, 358 ryd, 5.1, 7 TD
RB
AUB- Ben Tate 345 yards, 4.7, 2 TD
AUB- Mario Fannin 205 yards, 5.7, 4 TD FLA- Kestahn Moore 279 yards, 5.3, 4 TD
WR
AUB- Rodgerigus Smith 11 rec, 253 yards, 23.0, 2 TD
AUB- Prechae Rodriguez 9 rec, 108 yards, 12.0, 0 TD
FLA- Percy Harvin 21 rec, 336 yards, 16.0, 3 TD
FLA- Louis Murphy 13 rec, 215 yards, 16.5, TD
Tebow 30, Auburn 16
Florida's History against Auburn
Overall Record: 38-41-2
Points Scored: 1,327-1,417
Avg. Score: 16-18
The Players
QB AUB- Brandon Cox 571 yards, 3 TD, 6 INT, 53.2%
FLA- Tim Tebow 1,069 yards, 10 TD, 0 INT, 358 ryd, 5.1, 7 TD
RB
AUB- Ben Tate 345 yards, 4.7, 2 TD
AUB- Mario Fannin 205 yards, 5.7, 4 TD FLA- Kestahn Moore 279 yards, 5.3, 4 TD
WR
AUB- Rodgerigus Smith 11 rec, 253 yards, 23.0, 2 TD
AUB- Prechae Rodriguez 9 rec, 108 yards, 12.0, 0 TD
FLA- Percy Harvin 21 rec, 336 yards, 16.0, 3 TD
FLA- Louis Murphy 13 rec, 215 yards, 16.5, TD
Notre Dame at Purdue Week 5
The beat(ing) goes on. Notre Dame is still ranked last in rushing offense, total offense and sacks allowed. Via Curtis Painter's arm (1,290 yards, 16 TD, 1 INT) the Boilermakers will end a two-game losing streak to the Tarnished Domers. Notre Dame will be 0-5 and another step closer to 0-8.
Purdue 42, Notre Dame 17
Notre Dame's History Against Purdue
Overall Record: 51-25-2
Points Scored: 1,869-1,246
Avg. Score: 24-16
The Players
QB
PUR- Curtis Painter 1,290 yards, 16 TD, INT, 68.7%
ND- Jimmy Clausen 252 yards, 0 td, 2 int,
RB
PUR- Kory Sheets 374 yards 6.0, 4 TD (1 rec. TD)
PUR- Jaycen Taylor 197 yards, 7.0, TD
ND- Armando Allen 60 yards, 3.0 ypc, 0 td
WR
PUR- Dorien Bryant 368 yards, 11.5, 3 TD (1 Rushing)
PUR- Dustin Keller 283 yards, 18.9, 4 TD
ND- Robby Parris 72 yards, 14.4 ypr, 0 td
Purdue 42, Notre Dame 17
Notre Dame's History Against Purdue
Overall Record: 51-25-2
Points Scored: 1,869-1,246
Avg. Score: 24-16
The Players
QB
PUR- Curtis Painter 1,290 yards, 16 TD, INT, 68.7%
ND- Jimmy Clausen 252 yards, 0 td, 2 int,
RB
PUR- Kory Sheets 374 yards 6.0, 4 TD (1 rec. TD)
PUR- Jaycen Taylor 197 yards, 7.0, TD
ND- Armando Allen 60 yards, 3.0 ypc, 0 td
WR
PUR- Dorien Bryant 368 yards, 11.5, 3 TD (1 Rushing)
PUR- Dustin Keller 283 yards, 18.9, 4 TD
ND- Robby Parris 72 yards, 14.4 ypr, 0 td
No. 1 USC at Washington Week 5
Which wide receiver, Vidal Hazelton or David Ausberry, leads USC in receiving yards in 2007? Neither. Tight end Fred Davis leads the Trojans with 211 receiving yards. Washington's Jake Locker is looking more like a Heisman candidate than USC's John David Booty. However, Booty will look like a winner after USC beats Washington for the sixth time in six games.
USC 40, Washington 21
USC's History Against Washington
Record: 47-26-4
Points Scored: 1,513-986
Avg. Points Scored: 20-13
The Players
QB
USC- John David Booty 629 yards, 9 TD, 2 INT, 70.1%
UW- Jake Locker 704 yards, 6 TD, 6 INT, 53.1%, 361 yards, 6.6, 3 TD
RB
USC- Stafon Johnson 256 yards, 8.0 3 TD
USC- C.J. Gable 143 yards, 11.0
UW- Louis Rankin 276 yards, 4.5, 4 TD
Receiving
USC- TE Fred Davis 211 yards, 15.1, 2 TD
USC- FB Stanley Havili 2 rushing TD, 2 receiving TD
USC- Vidal Havelton 93 yards 8.5 2 TD
UW- Marcel Reece 279 yards, 16.4, 2 TD
UW- Anthony Russo 240 yards, 13.3, 3 TD
USC 40, Washington 21
USC's History Against Washington
Record: 47-26-4
Points Scored: 1,513-986
Avg. Points Scored: 20-13
The Players
QB
USC- John David Booty 629 yards, 9 TD, 2 INT, 70.1%
UW- Jake Locker 704 yards, 6 TD, 6 INT, 53.1%, 361 yards, 6.6, 3 TD
RB
USC- Stafon Johnson 256 yards, 8.0 3 TD
USC- C.J. Gable 143 yards, 11.0
UW- Louis Rankin 276 yards, 4.5, 4 TD
Receiving
USC- TE Fred Davis 211 yards, 15.1, 2 TD
USC- FB Stanley Havili 2 rushing TD, 2 receiving TD
USC- Vidal Havelton 93 yards 8.5 2 TD
UW- Marcel Reece 279 yards, 16.4, 2 TD
UW- Anthony Russo 240 yards, 13.3, 3 TD
Thursday, September 20, 2007
DI-AA Watch
Everyone knows that Appalachian State pulled off the improbable
against Michigan. However, did you know that five other DI-AA
schools have defeated DI schools this season?
Last season only four DI-AA schools defeated DI schools.
Look for North Dakota State, Gardner-Webb, Central Conn. State
or Portland State to pull off the improbable this week.
Northwestern at No. 8 Ohio State Week 4
Ohio State is 32-8 at home against Northwestern. 1971 was the last time the Wildcats, a 22 point underdog, won in Ohio Stadium.
Northwestern's quarterback, C.J. Bacher, has thrown for 838 yards this season. 368 of those yards came last week against Duke. Wide receiver Ross Lane has 14 receptions for 179 yards.
If Tyrell Sutton can't play (bum ankle) look for Brandon Roberson (5.6 yards per carry, 2 touchdowns) to take his place.
Ohio State's Beanie Wells (5.4 ypc) and Brandon Saine (5.5 ypc) are becoming the one-two punch that Maurice Wells was hoping to be apart of this year. Brian Robiskie's 342 receiving yards have him tied for the lead in the Big Ten.
Like last year, James Laurinaitis has his name all over Ohio State's defensive statistics. The “Little Animal” leads the team in interceptions, tackles and sacks.
The Views Take
For a brief time in the recent past Northwestern actually gave Ohio State fans some pause for concern. Today the men in purple are back to the Mildcats of old.
Ohio State 27, Northwestern 7
Ohio State's History Against Nortwestern
Overall Record (57-14-1)
Avg. Score 27-9
Total Score 1,954-671
Home Record (32-8)
Avg. Score 27-8
Total Score 1,097-309
Away Record (24-6-1)
Avg. Score 28-12
Total Score 857-365
Cleveland 1991 (1-0)
Score 34-3
Last Ten Games (9-1)
Avg. Score 37-12
Total Score 367-120
Home Record (5-0)
Avg. Score 41-7
Total Score 206-36
Away Record (4-1)
Avg. Score 32-17
Total Score 161-84
Northwestern's quarterback, C.J. Bacher, has thrown for 838 yards this season. 368 of those yards came last week against Duke. Wide receiver Ross Lane has 14 receptions for 179 yards.
If Tyrell Sutton can't play (bum ankle) look for Brandon Roberson (5.6 yards per carry, 2 touchdowns) to take his place.
Ohio State's Beanie Wells (5.4 ypc) and Brandon Saine (5.5 ypc) are becoming the one-two punch that Maurice Wells was hoping to be apart of this year. Brian Robiskie's 342 receiving yards have him tied for the lead in the Big Ten.
Like last year, James Laurinaitis has his name all over Ohio State's defensive statistics. The “Little Animal” leads the team in interceptions, tackles and sacks.
The Views Take
For a brief time in the recent past Northwestern actually gave Ohio State fans some pause for concern. Today the men in purple are back to the Mildcats of old.
Ohio State 27, Northwestern 7
Ohio State's History Against Nortwestern
Overall Record (57-14-1)
Avg. Score 27-9
Total Score 1,954-671
Home Record (32-8)
Avg. Score 27-8
Total Score 1,097-309
Away Record (24-6-1)
Avg. Score 28-12
Total Score 857-365
Cleveland 1991 (1-0)
Score 34-3
Last Ten Games (9-1)
Avg. Score 37-12
Total Score 367-120
Home Record (5-0)
Avg. Score 41-7
Total Score 206-36
Away Record (4-1)
Avg. Score 32-17
Total Score 161-84
No. 10 Penn State at Michigan Week 4
Remember when John Cooper took a lot of heat for not beating Michigan? Joe Paterno has lost eight straight to the Wolverines. If Joe Pa wants to claim his first victory since 1996 three things must happen.
First, his defense must shut down Mike Hart and his Big 10 leading 507 rushing yards.
Second, tailbacks Austin Scott and Rodney Kinlaw need to maintain their 4.5 and 6.1 yards per carry average.
Third, Michigan's Ryan Mallet must play like a freshman quarterback.
Penn State 30, Michigan 20
The Players
First, his defense must shut down Mike Hart and his Big 10 leading 507 rushing yards.
Second, tailbacks Austin Scott and Rodney Kinlaw need to maintain their 4.5 and 6.1 yards per carry average.
Third, Michigan's Ryan Mallet must play like a freshman quarterback.
Penn State 30, Michigan 20
Michigan's History against Penn State:
Overall Record: 9-3
Points Scored: 295-205
Avg. Score: 25-17
Home Record: 4-2
Points Scored: 155-120
Avg. Score: 26-20
Away Record: 5-1
Points Scored: 140-85
Avg. Score: 23-14
Last Ten: 8-2
Points Scored: 250-161
Avg. Score: 25-16
The Players
QB
PSU- Anthony Morelli 628 yards, 8 td, 1 int, 63.2%
UM- Ryan Mallett 139 yards, 3 td, 1 int, 40.6%
RB
PSU- Rodney Kinlaw 244 yards, 6.1 ypc, 2 td
PSU- Austin Scott 215 yards, 4.5 ypc, 5 td
UM- Mike Hart 502 yards, 6.0 ypc, 5 td
WR
PSU- Deon Butler 9 rec, 154 yards, 0 td
PSU- Jordan Norwood 12 rec, 141 yards, 2 tds
UM- Mario Manningham 13 rec, 218 yards, 1 td
UM- Adrian Arrington 12 rec, 136 yards, 2 tds
No. 22 Georgia at No. 16 Alabama Week 4
This is the 65th meeting between Georgia and Alabama. Alabama leads the series 35-25-4 and is 22-13-4 when the game is played in the state of Alabama.
Tailback Terry Grant (403 yards, 5 TDs), quarterback John Parker Wilson (666 yards, 4 TDs) and receiver DJ Hall (22.4 ypc) are the key components to the Tide's balanced offense.
Talented players, Nick Saban's defensive mind and history are on Alabama's side.
Alabama 17, Georgia 10
Tailback Terry Grant (403 yards, 5 TDs), quarterback John Parker Wilson (666 yards, 4 TDs) and receiver DJ Hall (22.4 ypc) are the key components to the Tide's balanced offense.
Talented players, Nick Saban's defensive mind and history are on Alabama's side.
Alabama 17, Georgia 10
Alabama's History against Georgia
Overall Record: 35-25-4
Points Scored: 993-715
Avg. Score: 16-11
Home Record: 22-13-4
Points Scored: 610-353
Avg. Score: 16-9
Away Record: 13-12
Points Scored: 383-362
Avg. Score: 15-14
Last Ten: 5-5
Points Scored: 186-180
Avg. Score: 19-18
The Players
QB
'Bama- John Parker Wilson 666 yards, 4 td, 3 int, 56.1%
Georgia- Matthew Stafford 621 yards, 4 td, 1 int, 58%
RB
'Bama- Terry Grant 403 yards, 6.5 ypc, 5 td
Georgia- Knowshon Moreno 268 yards, 5.7 ypc, 1 td
WR
'Bama- DJ Hall 13 rec, 291 yards, 2 td
Georgia- Sean Bailey 11 rec, 163 yards, 1 td
Michigan State at Notre Dame Week 4
Let's play “Name That Team”.
Name the team that is tied for first in the nation with 17 sacks and is ranked third with 31 tackles for loss. If you said Michigan State you are correct.
Name the team that is ranked last in scoring offense (13 total points), last in rushing offense (-14 yards) and total offense (115 yards per game). Notre Dame is the right answer.
Finally, name the team that hasn't lost in South Bend since 1993. Michigan State will continue that winning streak on Saturday.
MSU 28, Notre Dame 13
Name the team that is tied for first in the nation with 17 sacks and is ranked third with 31 tackles for loss. If you said Michigan State you are correct.
Name the team that is ranked last in scoring offense (13 total points), last in rushing offense (-14 yards) and total offense (115 yards per game). Notre Dame is the right answer.
Finally, name the team that hasn't lost in South Bend since 1993. Michigan State will continue that winning streak on Saturday.
MSU 28, Notre Dame 13
Notre Dame's History Against Michigan State
Overall Record: 44-25-1
Points Scored: 1,455-1,076
Avg. Score: 21-15
Home Record: 26-12
Points Scored: 876-503
Avg. Score: 23-13
Away Record: 18-13-1
Points Scored: 579-573
Avg. Score: 18-18
Last Ten: 3-7
Points Scored: 223-279
Avg. Score: 22-28
The Players
QB
MSU- Brian Hoyer 634 yards, 3 td, 2 int, 60.8%
ND- Jimmy Clausen 252 yards, 0 td, 2 int,
RB
MSU- Javon Ringer 255 yards, 4.6 ypc, 1 td
MSU- Jehuu Caulcrick 217 yards, 4.8 ypc, 6 td
ND- Armando Allen 60 yards, 3.0 ypc, 0 td
WR
MSU- Devin Thomas 315 yards, 26.3 ypr, 2 td
ND- Robby Parris 72 yards, 14.4 ypr, 0 td
No. 12 South Carolina at No. 2 LSU Week 4
South Carolina's defense, led by Jasper Brinkley's 18 tackles and 2 interceptions, has held opponents to an average of under ten points per game. However, the Gamecocks' inability to stop the run (192 ypg) and lack of defensive penetration (5 TFL) will allow LSU's Jacob Hester (5.7 ypc) and Keiland Williams (9.2 ypc) to run all day.
LSU 48, South Carolina 17
LSU 48, South Carolina 17
LSU's History Against South Carolina
Overall Record: 12-2-1
Points Scored: 386-157
Avg. Score: 24-9
Home Record: 9-1
Points Scored: 246-94
Avg. Score: 25-9
Away Record: 4-1-1
Points Scored: 140-63
Avg. Score: 23-11
Last Ten: 8-1-1
Points Scored: 248-125
Avg. Score: 25-13
The Players
QB
USC- Blake Mitchell 321 yards, 3 td, 3 int
LSU- Matt Flynn 345 yards, 2 td
LSU- Ryan Perrilloux 403 yards, 6 td, 1 int
RB
USC- Cory Boyd 255 yards, 6.5 ypc, 4 td
USC- Mike Davis 252 yards, 6.3 ypc, 0 td
LSU- Jacob Hester 206 yards, 5.7 ypc,
LSU- Keiland Williams 174 yards, 9.2 ypc, 4 td
WR
USC- Kenny McKinley 17 rec, 182 yards, 2 td
LSU- Brandon LaFell 11 rec, 187 yards, 1 td
Wednesday, September 12, 2007
No. 10 Ohio State at Washington Week 3
The first game in this series was an Ohio State victory in Washington back in 1957. The Buckeyes lead the series (7-3). Ohio State is 3-2 at Washington, but has lost the last two games in Seattle.
The Players
A strong second half against Akron has bumped Beanie Wells' average yards per game up to 94. Brian Robiskie leads the team with 13 receptions and is 11th in the nation with 235 receiving yards. Todd Boeckman threw his first two interceptions of his career last week. James Laurinaitis has a team high 14 tackles.
Washington's offense is led by quarterback Jake Locker and tailback Louis Rankin. Locker has gained 502 yards of offense and Rankin has 202 all-purpose yards. Anthony Reece (9 receptions) and Marcel Russo (8 receptions) are Locker's primary receivers. E.J. Savannah and Roy lewis lead the team in tackles.
The View
The 2007 Buckeyes are like a tired song we’ve heard before. The offense has yet to find an identity and the defense is leaned on to win games. Many questions are being asked going into this contest.
Can No. 10 Ohio State defeat Washington in Seattle for the first time since 1969?
Will Washington's defense shut down Ohio State's running game like it did Ian Johnson of Boise State?
Last week the Huskies ended Boise State's 14 game winning streak. Will they be able to stop the Buckeyes' 20 game regular season winning streak?
Can Ohio State's defense keep Jake Locker and Louis Rankin from reaching the end zone?
The answer sheet shows yes once and no three times.
Ohio State- 24 Washington 18
The Stats
Ohio State
Rushing Offense 48th (171.5)
Passing Offense 66th (218.5)
Total Offense 63rd (390)
Scoring Offense 46th (29)
Sacks Allowed 45th (1.5)
Rushing Defense 13th (44)
Passing Defense 3rd (78.5)
Total Defense 1st (122.5)
Scoring Defense 5th (4)
Sacks 32nd (2.5)
Washington
Rushing Offense 26th (217.5)
Passing Offense 95th (175.5)
Total Offense 61st (393)
Scoring Offense 38th (33)
Sacks Allowed 15th (1)
Rushing Defense 18th (55.5)
Passing Defense 80th (242)
Total Defense 40th (297.5)
Scoring Defense 14th (11)
Sacks 6th (4.5)
The History
Overall Record (7-3)
Avg. Score 24-19
Total Score 235-193
Home Record (4-1)
Avg. Score 23-17
Total Score 113-86
Away Record (3-2)
Avg. Score 24-21
Total Score 122-107
1957 @ 35-7
1958 12-7
1965 @ 23-21
1966 22-38
1969 @ 41-14
1986 @ 7-40
1993 21-12
1994 @ 16-25
1995 30-20
2003 28-9
The Players
A strong second half against Akron has bumped Beanie Wells' average yards per game up to 94. Brian Robiskie leads the team with 13 receptions and is 11th in the nation with 235 receiving yards. Todd Boeckman threw his first two interceptions of his career last week. James Laurinaitis has a team high 14 tackles.
Washington's offense is led by quarterback Jake Locker and tailback Louis Rankin. Locker has gained 502 yards of offense and Rankin has 202 all-purpose yards. Anthony Reece (9 receptions) and Marcel Russo (8 receptions) are Locker's primary receivers. E.J. Savannah and Roy lewis lead the team in tackles.
The View
The 2007 Buckeyes are like a tired song we’ve heard before. The offense has yet to find an identity and the defense is leaned on to win games. Many questions are being asked going into this contest.
Can No. 10 Ohio State defeat Washington in Seattle for the first time since 1969?
Will Washington's defense shut down Ohio State's running game like it did Ian Johnson of Boise State?
Last week the Huskies ended Boise State's 14 game winning streak. Will they be able to stop the Buckeyes' 20 game regular season winning streak?
Can Ohio State's defense keep Jake Locker and Louis Rankin from reaching the end zone?
The answer sheet shows yes once and no three times.
Ohio State- 24 Washington 18
The Stats
Ohio State
Rushing Offense 48th (171.5)
Passing Offense 66th (218.5)
Total Offense 63rd (390)
Scoring Offense 46th (29)
Sacks Allowed 45th (1.5)
Rushing Defense 13th (44)
Passing Defense 3rd (78.5)
Total Defense 1st (122.5)
Scoring Defense 5th (4)
Sacks 32nd (2.5)
Washington
Rushing Offense 26th (217.5)
Passing Offense 95th (175.5)
Total Offense 61st (393)
Scoring Offense 38th (33)
Sacks Allowed 15th (1)
Rushing Defense 18th (55.5)
Passing Defense 80th (242)
Total Defense 40th (297.5)
Scoring Defense 14th (11)
Sacks 6th (4.5)
The History
Overall Record (7-3)
Avg. Score 24-19
Total Score 235-193
Home Record (4-1)
Avg. Score 23-17
Total Score 113-86
Away Record (3-2)
Avg. Score 24-21
Total Score 122-107
1957 @ 35-7
1958 12-7
1965 @ 23-21
1966 22-38
1969 @ 41-14
1986 @ 7-40
1993 21-12
1994 @ 16-25
1995 30-20
2003 28-9
Notre Dame at Michigan Week 3
Notre Dame at Michigan (minus 8)
The Players
Michael Hart is doing his part with 315 yards and three touchdowns in the two losses. The injured Chad Henne will be replaced with true freshman Ryan Mallet. Mario Manningham has 11 receptions 183 receiving yards. Shawn Crable leads the defense with 18 tackles and four TFL.
Notre Dame's offense has been offensive. Armando Allen leads the team with 36 yards rushing. Wide receiver David Grimes has 6 receptions for 49 yards. The defense has had plenty of time to make tackles. Trevor Laws and Joe Brockington have combined for 36 stops.
The View
Something has to give in this game. Worthy or not, one of these teams will pick up its first victory of the season. Michigan's porous defense will match inferiority with Notre Dame's incompetent offense. The Irish are ranked last in rushing offense (-8 yards), total offense (266 yards) and sacks allowed (15).
The Wolverines’ defense is almost as inept as Notre Dame's offense. Ranked 109th against the run, 108th in total defense and 101st in scoring defense Michigan is poised to let Notre Dame’s offense cross the goal line for the first time.
Mike Hart guarantees a victory. I guarantee one of two things. If Michigan loses it will be the first time the Wolverines start a season by losing the first three games at home. If Notre Dame loses it will be the second time the Irish start 0-3 (2001).
Michigan- 17 Notre Dame- 14
Stats
Michigan
Rushing Offense 37th (195)
Passing Offense 56th (227)
Total Offense 41st (422)
Scoring Offense 92nd (19.5)
Sacks Allowed 83rd (2.5)
Rushing Defense 109th (245.5)
Passing Defense 95th (260)
Total Defense 108th (505.5)
Scoring Defense 101st (36.5)
Sacks 32nd (2.5)
Pass Eff. Defense 116th (190.79)
Notre Dame
Rushing Offense 119th (-4)
Passing Offense 107th (137)
Total Offense 119th (133)
Scoring Offense 117th (6.5)
Sacks Allowed 119th (7.5)
Rushing Defense 100th (214.5)
Passing Defense 13th (126)
Total Defense 54th (340.5)
Scoring Defense 93rd (32)
Sacks 65th (1.5)
The Players
Michael Hart is doing his part with 315 yards and three touchdowns in the two losses. The injured Chad Henne will be replaced with true freshman Ryan Mallet. Mario Manningham has 11 receptions 183 receiving yards. Shawn Crable leads the defense with 18 tackles and four TFL.
Notre Dame's offense has been offensive. Armando Allen leads the team with 36 yards rushing. Wide receiver David Grimes has 6 receptions for 49 yards. The defense has had plenty of time to make tackles. Trevor Laws and Joe Brockington have combined for 36 stops.
The View
Something has to give in this game. Worthy or not, one of these teams will pick up its first victory of the season. Michigan's porous defense will match inferiority with Notre Dame's incompetent offense. The Irish are ranked last in rushing offense (-8 yards), total offense (266 yards) and sacks allowed (15).
The Wolverines’ defense is almost as inept as Notre Dame's offense. Ranked 109th against the run, 108th in total defense and 101st in scoring defense Michigan is poised to let Notre Dame’s offense cross the goal line for the first time.
Mike Hart guarantees a victory. I guarantee one of two things. If Michigan loses it will be the first time the Wolverines start a season by losing the first three games at home. If Notre Dame loses it will be the second time the Irish start 0-3 (2001).
Michigan- 17 Notre Dame- 14
Stats
Michigan
Rushing Offense 37th (195)
Passing Offense 56th (227)
Total Offense 41st (422)
Scoring Offense 92nd (19.5)
Sacks Allowed 83rd (2.5)
Rushing Defense 109th (245.5)
Passing Defense 95th (260)
Total Defense 108th (505.5)
Scoring Defense 101st (36.5)
Sacks 32nd (2.5)
Pass Eff. Defense 116th (190.79)
Notre Dame
Rushing Offense 119th (-4)
Passing Offense 107th (137)
Total Offense 119th (133)
Scoring Offense 117th (6.5)
Sacks Allowed 119th (7.5)
Rushing Defense 100th (214.5)
Passing Defense 13th (126)
Total Defense 54th (340.5)
Scoring Defense 93rd (32)
Sacks 65th (1.5)
No. 22 Tennessee at No. 5 Florida Week 3
No. 22 Tennessee at No. 5 Florida (minus 8)
The Players
Tennessee's running back, Arian Foster, has gained 346 all-purpose yards this season. Quarterback Erik Ainge spreads the ball around to Lucas Taylor, Austin Rogers, Josh Briscoe and Chris Brown. Rico McCoy and Jerod Mayo have each recorded 14 tackles
Tim Tebow has the second best passing efficiency rating in the country. Tebow has also tallied 667 yards of offense by air and ground. When Tebow doesn't run look for to be carrying the ball. When Tebow passes Cornelius Ingram and Andre Riley Cooper lead a talented group of receivers. Brandon Spikes leads the Gators with 10 tackles and 2.5 tackles for loss.
The View
With a victory against Tennessee Saturday Urban Meyer will become the first Florida coach to start his career 3-0 against the Vols. That task will become more difficult with the loss of receiver Andre Caldwell (ACL) for the season. However, Tim Tebow's 536 yards passing, 131 rushing yards and ten touchdowns should be enough for Florida to win. Meyer will improve his record to 16-0 in Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.
Florida-24 Tennessee- 20
Stats
Tennessee
Rushing Offense 58th (152)
Passing Offense 25th (273.5)
Total Offense 36th (425.5)
Scoring Offense 32nd (35)
Sacks Allowed 15th (1)
Rushing Defense 72nd (160)
Passing Defense 89th (252.5)
Total Defense 85th (412.5)
Scoring Defense 93rd (32)
Sacks 65th (1.5)
Florida
Rushing Offense 21st (224.5)
Passing Offense 22nd (280.5)
Total Offense 16th (505)
Scoring Offense 5th (54)
Sacks Allowed 15th (1)
Rushing Defense 17th (50.5)
Passing Defense 62nd (219.5)
Total Defense 21st (270)
Scoring Defense 29th (17)
Sacks 32nd (2.5)
The Players
Tennessee's running back, Arian Foster, has gained 346 all-purpose yards this season. Quarterback Erik Ainge spreads the ball around to Lucas Taylor, Austin Rogers, Josh Briscoe and Chris Brown. Rico McCoy and Jerod Mayo have each recorded 14 tackles
Tim Tebow has the second best passing efficiency rating in the country. Tebow has also tallied 667 yards of offense by air and ground. When Tebow doesn't run look for to be carrying the ball. When Tebow passes Cornelius Ingram and Andre Riley Cooper lead a talented group of receivers. Brandon Spikes leads the Gators with 10 tackles and 2.5 tackles for loss.
The View
With a victory against Tennessee Saturday Urban Meyer will become the first Florida coach to start his career 3-0 against the Vols. That task will become more difficult with the loss of receiver Andre Caldwell (ACL) for the season. However, Tim Tebow's 536 yards passing, 131 rushing yards and ten touchdowns should be enough for Florida to win. Meyer will improve his record to 16-0 in Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.
Florida-24 Tennessee- 20
Stats
Tennessee
Rushing Offense 58th (152)
Passing Offense 25th (273.5)
Total Offense 36th (425.5)
Scoring Offense 32nd (35)
Sacks Allowed 15th (1)
Rushing Defense 72nd (160)
Passing Defense 89th (252.5)
Total Defense 85th (412.5)
Scoring Defense 93rd (32)
Sacks 65th (1.5)
Florida
Rushing Offense 21st (224.5)
Passing Offense 22nd (280.5)
Total Offense 16th (505)
Scoring Offense 5th (54)
Sacks Allowed 15th (1)
Rushing Defense 17th (50.5)
Passing Defense 62nd (219.5)
Total Defense 21st (270)
Scoring Defense 29th (17)
Sacks 32nd (2.5)
No. 1 USC at No. 14 Nebraska Week 3
No. 1 USC at No. 14 Nebraska (10)
The History
These two storied programs have only played each other three times. Last season and a home and home series in 1969 and 1970. USC won last year (28-10) and at Nebraska in 1969 (31-21). The schools tied 21-21 in 1970. USC will stay undefeated against the Cornhuskers.
The View
USC defeated Nebraska 28-10 last season in the L.A. Coliseum and leads the series 2-0-1. The stars will be out Saturday night as both teams have talented players on both sides of the ball.
Nebraska's Marlon Lucky is ranked 5th in the nation averaging 161.5 rushing yards a game. Quarterback Sam Keller, wide receiver Terrence Nunn and safety Larry Asante are the Cornhuskers to watch.
John David Booty needs a better performance than he had against Idaho. Receivers Stanley Havili and David Ausberry along with tight end Fred Davis will help Booty start his Heisman campaign. C.J. Gable and Stafon Johnson are the lead studs in a backfield of thoroughbreds. Linebacker Keith Rivers anchors a talented and deep defensive unit.
The Stats
USC
Rushing Offense 28th (214)
Passing Offense 76th (206)
Total Offense 45th (420)
Scoring Offense 24th (38)
Sacks Allowed 15th (1)
Rushing Defense 38th (98)
Passing Defense 31st (155)
Total Defense 19th (253)
Scoring Defense 13th (10)
Sacks 46th (2)
Nebraska
Rushing Offense 14th (264)
Passing Offense 50th (235)
Total Offense 17th (499)
Scoring Offense 28th (36)
Sacks Allowed 1st (0)
Rushing Defense 70th (156.5)
Passing Defense 12th (124)
Total Defense 28th (280.5)
Scoring Defense 20th (13.5)
Sacks 83rd (1)
The History
These two storied programs have only played each other three times. Last season and a home and home series in 1969 and 1970. USC won last year (28-10) and at Nebraska in 1969 (31-21). The schools tied 21-21 in 1970. USC will stay undefeated against the Cornhuskers.
The View
USC defeated Nebraska 28-10 last season in the L.A. Coliseum and leads the series 2-0-1. The stars will be out Saturday night as both teams have talented players on both sides of the ball.
Nebraska's Marlon Lucky is ranked 5th in the nation averaging 161.5 rushing yards a game. Quarterback Sam Keller, wide receiver Terrence Nunn and safety Larry Asante are the Cornhuskers to watch.
John David Booty needs a better performance than he had against Idaho. Receivers Stanley Havili and David Ausberry along with tight end Fred Davis will help Booty start his Heisman campaign. C.J. Gable and Stafon Johnson are the lead studs in a backfield of thoroughbreds. Linebacker Keith Rivers anchors a talented and deep defensive unit.
The Stats
USC
Rushing Offense 28th (214)
Passing Offense 76th (206)
Total Offense 45th (420)
Scoring Offense 24th (38)
Sacks Allowed 15th (1)
Rushing Defense 38th (98)
Passing Defense 31st (155)
Total Defense 19th (253)
Scoring Defense 13th (10)
Sacks 46th (2)
Nebraska
Rushing Offense 14th (264)
Passing Offense 50th (235)
Total Offense 17th (499)
Scoring Offense 28th (36)
Sacks Allowed 1st (0)
Rushing Defense 70th (156.5)
Passing Defense 12th (124)
Total Defense 28th (280.5)
Scoring Defense 20th (13.5)
Sacks 83rd (1)
Ohio at No. 18 Virginia Tech Week 3
Ohio at No. 18 Virginia Tech (minus 20.5)
The Players
As Kalvin McRae goes so does the Bobcats' offense. So far McRae has racked up 226 yards on the ground, 288 all-purpose yards and a nation leading six touchdowns. Brad Bower has filled in nicely for the graduated Austin Everson. Wide receiver Chris Garrett leads the team with seven receptions. Jordan Meyers has recorded 16 tackles, two tackles for loss and a sack.
Sean Glennon is out at quarterback. Glennon who started in Virginia Tech's last 15 games will be replaced by freshman Tyrod Taylor. Taylor played in his first collegiate game against LSU's defense, arguably the nation's best. Branden Ore is the featured running back. Receivers Sam Wheeler and Justin Harper lead the Hokies in receiving yards. Vince Hall (21), Xavier Adii (19) and Brandon Flowers (19) lead the team in tackles.
The View
The Hokies' ailing offense might get a jump start from freshman quarterback Tyrod Taylor. However, the Bobcats' 95th ranked defense might be the perfect remedy for Virginia Tech's 111th ranked offense.
Virginia Tech leads the series 3-0 and has outscored Ohio 135-50. Ohio is going to need Kalvin McRae to triple his NCAA leading six touchdowns for the Bobcats to catch up in total points scored.
The Stats
Ohio
Rushing Offense 44th (179) Passing Offense 44th (245)
Total Offense 38th (424)
Scoring Offense 37th (33.5)
Sacks Allowed 45th (1.5)
Rushing Defense 78th (171)
Passing Defense 96th (260.5)
Total Defense 95th (431.5)
Scoring Defense 42nd (18.5)
Sacks 32nd (2.5)
Virginia Tech
Rushing Offense 107th (52) Passing Offense 98th (161.5)
Total Offense 111th (213.5)
Scoring Offense 112th (12)
Sacks Allowed 104th (3.5)
Rushing Defense 102nd (219.5)
Passing Defense 55th (210)
Total Defense 94th (429.5)
Scoring Defense 77th (27.5)
Sacks 83rd (1)
The Players
As Kalvin McRae goes so does the Bobcats' offense. So far McRae has racked up 226 yards on the ground, 288 all-purpose yards and a nation leading six touchdowns. Brad Bower has filled in nicely for the graduated Austin Everson. Wide receiver Chris Garrett leads the team with seven receptions. Jordan Meyers has recorded 16 tackles, two tackles for loss and a sack.
Sean Glennon is out at quarterback. Glennon who started in Virginia Tech's last 15 games will be replaced by freshman Tyrod Taylor. Taylor played in his first collegiate game against LSU's defense, arguably the nation's best. Branden Ore is the featured running back. Receivers Sam Wheeler and Justin Harper lead the Hokies in receiving yards. Vince Hall (21), Xavier Adii (19) and Brandon Flowers (19) lead the team in tackles.
The View
The Hokies' ailing offense might get a jump start from freshman quarterback Tyrod Taylor. However, the Bobcats' 95th ranked defense might be the perfect remedy for Virginia Tech's 111th ranked offense.
Virginia Tech leads the series 3-0 and has outscored Ohio 135-50. Ohio is going to need Kalvin McRae to triple his NCAA leading six touchdowns for the Bobcats to catch up in total points scored.
The Stats
Ohio
Rushing Offense 44th (179) Passing Offense 44th (245)
Total Offense 38th (424)
Scoring Offense 37th (33.5)
Sacks Allowed 45th (1.5)
Rushing Defense 78th (171)
Passing Defense 96th (260.5)
Total Defense 95th (431.5)
Scoring Defense 42nd (18.5)
Sacks 32nd (2.5)
Virginia Tech
Rushing Offense 107th (52) Passing Offense 98th (161.5)
Total Offense 111th (213.5)
Scoring Offense 112th (12)
Sacks Allowed 104th (3.5)
Rushing Defense 102nd (219.5)
Passing Defense 55th (210)
Total Defense 94th (429.5)
Scoring Defense 77th (27.5)
Sacks 83rd (1)
Pittsburgh at Michigan State Week 3
Pittsburgh at Michigan State (minus 10.5)
The Players
Tailbacks LeSean McCoy and LaRod Stephens-Howlin have combined for 245 rushing yards. McCoy leads the Panthers with 3 touchdowns.
Junior Brian Hoyer has filled in nicely for the all-everything Drew Stanton. The Spartans' quarterback has made a new friend in receiver Devin Thomas. Thomas has 9 receptions for 262 yards. Thomas is also ranked 10th in the nation with 408 all-purpose yards. The running duo of Javon Ringer and Hehuu Caulcrick have also taken some of the pressure off of Hoyer. Jonal Saint-Dic and Kellen Davis have combined for five of Michigan State's 12 sacks.
The View
Pittsburgh has never defeated Michigan State. At the end of this game they will still be looking for that first victory.
Michigan State 27, Pittsburgh 21
The Stats
Pittsburgh
Rushing Offense 79th (124.5)
Passing Offense 83rd (198.5)
Total Offense 93rd (323)
Scoring Offense 44th (30.5)
Sacks Allowed 15th (1)
Rushing Defense 20th (61.5)
Passing Defense 15th (130.5)
Total Defense 10th (192)
Scoring Defense 7th (6.5)
Sacks 46th (2)
Michigan State
Rushing Offense 24th (220)
Passing Offense 26th (272.5)
Total Offense 18th (492.5)
Scoring Offense 18th (41.5)
Sacks Allowed 15th (1)
Rushing Defense 5th (29.5)
Passing Defense 92nd (254.5)
Total Defense 30th (284)
Scoring Defense 38th (17.5)
Sacks 3rd (6)
The Players
Tailbacks LeSean McCoy and LaRod Stephens-Howlin have combined for 245 rushing yards. McCoy leads the Panthers with 3 touchdowns.
Junior Brian Hoyer has filled in nicely for the all-everything Drew Stanton. The Spartans' quarterback has made a new friend in receiver Devin Thomas. Thomas has 9 receptions for 262 yards. Thomas is also ranked 10th in the nation with 408 all-purpose yards. The running duo of Javon Ringer and Hehuu Caulcrick have also taken some of the pressure off of Hoyer. Jonal Saint-Dic and Kellen Davis have combined for five of Michigan State's 12 sacks.
The View
Pittsburgh has never defeated Michigan State. At the end of this game they will still be looking for that first victory.
Michigan State 27, Pittsburgh 21
The Stats
Pittsburgh
Rushing Offense 79th (124.5)
Passing Offense 83rd (198.5)
Total Offense 93rd (323)
Scoring Offense 44th (30.5)
Sacks Allowed 15th (1)
Rushing Defense 20th (61.5)
Passing Defense 15th (130.5)
Total Defense 10th (192)
Scoring Defense 7th (6.5)
Sacks 46th (2)
Michigan State
Rushing Offense 24th (220)
Passing Offense 26th (272.5)
Total Offense 18th (492.5)
Scoring Offense 18th (41.5)
Sacks Allowed 15th (1)
Rushing Defense 5th (29.5)
Passing Defense 92nd (254.5)
Total Defense 30th (284)
Scoring Defense 38th (17.5)
Sacks 3rd (6)
Florida International at Miami Week 3
Florida International at Miami (minus 33)
The View
Miami Mayhem Part II? Doubtful, but the Hurricanes will inflict much pain on the Golden Panthers. Kyle Wright will return as Miami's starting quarterback. Graig Cooper and Javarris James should pad their not-so impressive rushing stats.
Florida International's running backs should be in for a long day. Their leading rusher, Julian Reams, only has 33 yards for the season.
Miami 53, Pansies 10
The Stats
Florida International
Rushing Offense 114th (39.5)
Passing Offense 116th (99)
Total Offense 118th (138.5)
Scoring Offense 119th (5)
Sacks Allowed 104th (3.5)
Rushing Defense 88th (185.5)
Passing Defense 68th (224)
Total Defense 84th (409.5)
Scoring Defense 109th (42.5)
Sacks 24th (3)
Miami
Rushing Offense 57th (156)
Passing Offense 118th (84)
Total Offense 110th (240)
Scoring Offense 79th (22)
Sacks Allowed 15th (1)
Rushing Defense 32nd (83.5)
Passing Defense 78th (239)
Total Defense 46th (322.5)
Scoring Defense 75th (27)
Sacks 16th (3.5)
The View
Miami Mayhem Part II? Doubtful, but the Hurricanes will inflict much pain on the Golden Panthers. Kyle Wright will return as Miami's starting quarterback. Graig Cooper and Javarris James should pad their not-so impressive rushing stats.
Florida International's running backs should be in for a long day. Their leading rusher, Julian Reams, only has 33 yards for the season.
Miami 53, Pansies 10
The Stats
Florida International
Rushing Offense 114th (39.5)
Passing Offense 116th (99)
Total Offense 118th (138.5)
Scoring Offense 119th (5)
Sacks Allowed 104th (3.5)
Rushing Defense 88th (185.5)
Passing Defense 68th (224)
Total Defense 84th (409.5)
Scoring Defense 109th (42.5)
Sacks 24th (3)
Miami
Rushing Offense 57th (156)
Passing Offense 118th (84)
Total Offense 110th (240)
Scoring Offense 79th (22)
Sacks Allowed 15th (1)
Rushing Defense 32nd (83.5)
Passing Defense 78th (239)
Total Defense 46th (322.5)
Scoring Defense 75th (27)
Sacks 16th (3.5)
Thursday, September 6, 2007
Akron at No. 12 Ohio State Week 2
No. 12 Ohio State is 5-1 against Akron. The Zips, lead by John Heisman (the trophy guy), defeated the Buckeyes in 1894. The last meeting was a 28-14 victory for Ohio State in 2001.
After nursing an ankle injury Ray Small should be back on the field this week against Akron.
Will Beanie Wells look like the runner he was for the majority of 2006? If not, Brandon Saine has the explosiveness to be this season's most exciting back. Robert Rose and Cameron Heyward will try to fill in for injured defensive end Lawrence Wilson. Anderson Russell and the rest of the secondary should be primed to intercept at least one pass from Akron's inexperienced quarterback.
In his first start quarterback Chris Jacquemain threw 14 completions for 128 yards for a win against Army. Wide receiver Jabari Arthur had 11 receptions and 125 yards. Dennis Kennedy led all rushers with 72 yards on 13 carries. Reggie Corner had a 74 yard interception return for a touchdown. Linebacker Brion Stokes and defensive back Brandon Anderson were able to combine for two sacks and four tackles for loss.
The View
It was once asked if a tree fell in the woods and nobody was around to hear it, did the tree make a noise?
I now ask, if you have Time Warner Cable and Ohio State plays on the Big Ten Network; did the 28.5 point favorite Buckeyes play a game?
Ohio State- 45 Akron- 3
Ohio State's History Against Akron
Overall Record (5-1)
Avg. Score 25-8
Total Score 148-50
Home Record (3-0)
Avg. Score 25-13
Total Score 74-38
Away Record (2-1)
Avg. Score 25-4
Total Score 74-12
1895 14-6
1894 @ 6-12
1893 32-18
1892 @ 62-0
1891 @ 6-0
After nursing an ankle injury Ray Small should be back on the field this week against Akron.
Will Beanie Wells look like the runner he was for the majority of 2006? If not, Brandon Saine has the explosiveness to be this season's most exciting back. Robert Rose and Cameron Heyward will try to fill in for injured defensive end Lawrence Wilson. Anderson Russell and the rest of the secondary should be primed to intercept at least one pass from Akron's inexperienced quarterback.
In his first start quarterback Chris Jacquemain threw 14 completions for 128 yards for a win against Army. Wide receiver Jabari Arthur had 11 receptions and 125 yards. Dennis Kennedy led all rushers with 72 yards on 13 carries. Reggie Corner had a 74 yard interception return for a touchdown. Linebacker Brion Stokes and defensive back Brandon Anderson were able to combine for two sacks and four tackles for loss.
The View
It was once asked if a tree fell in the woods and nobody was around to hear it, did the tree make a noise?
I now ask, if you have Time Warner Cable and Ohio State plays on the Big Ten Network; did the 28.5 point favorite Buckeyes play a game?
Ohio State- 45 Akron- 3
Ohio State's History Against Akron
Overall Record (5-1)
Avg. Score 25-8
Total Score 148-50
Home Record (3-0)
Avg. Score 25-13
Total Score 74-38
Away Record (2-1)
Avg. Score 25-4
Total Score 74-12
1895 14-6
1894 @ 6-12
1893 32-18
1892 @ 62-0
1891 @ 6-0
Oregon at Michigan Week 2
Oregon at Michigan (Minus 8.5)
What do 1928, 1936 and 1959 have in common? Those are the only years that Michigan lost its first two games of the season at home. Oregon’s scrambling quarterback, Dennis Dixon, and speedy running backs Jeremiah Johnson and Jonathon Stewart look to add 2007 to that short list.
Oregon- 31 Michigan- 27
Michigan's History Against Oregon
Overall Record 3-1
Avg. Score 22-8
Total Score 86-31
Home Record 3-0
Avg. Score 20-0
Total Score 59-0
Away Record 0-1
Avg. Score 27-31
Total Score 27-31
2003 27-31 @
1973 24-0
1960 21-0
1948 14-0
What do 1928, 1936 and 1959 have in common? Those are the only years that Michigan lost its first two games of the season at home. Oregon’s scrambling quarterback, Dennis Dixon, and speedy running backs Jeremiah Johnson and Jonathon Stewart look to add 2007 to that short list.
Oregon- 31 Michigan- 27
Michigan's History Against Oregon
Overall Record 3-1
Avg. Score 22-8
Total Score 86-31
Home Record 3-0
Avg. Score 20-0
Total Score 59-0
Away Record 0-1
Avg. Score 27-31
Total Score 27-31
2003 27-31 @
1973 24-0
1960 21-0
1948 14-0
Notre Dame at No. 14 Penn State
Notre Dame at No. 14 Penn State (Minus 17.5)
Negative eight yards rushing, nine sacks allowed and 122 yards of total offense is what Notre Dame accumulated under the guidance of offensive genius Charlie Weis last week. Penn State’s young cubs, Derrick Williams, Deon Butler, and Anthony Morelli are now lions and are ready to feast on the Irish team that embarrassed them 41-17 last year.
Penn State- 38 Notre Dame- 13
Notre Dame's History Against Penn State
Overall Record (9-8-1)
Avg. Score 21-17
Total Score 372-304
Home Record (5-3)
Avg. Score 26-14
Total Score 205-115
Away Record (2-5-1)
Avg. Score 17-23
Total Score 138-180
Neutral Record (2-0)
Avg. Score 15-5
Total Score 29-9
2006 17-41
1992 17-16
1991 13-35 @
1990 21-24
1989 34-23 @
1988 21-3
1987 20-21 @
1986 19-24
1985 6-36 @
1984 44-7
1983 30-34 @
1982 14-24
1981 21-24
1976 20-9 (Gator Bowl)
1928 9-0 (Philadelphia)
1926 28-0
1925 0-0 @
1913 14-7 @
Negative eight yards rushing, nine sacks allowed and 122 yards of total offense is what Notre Dame accumulated under the guidance of offensive genius Charlie Weis last week. Penn State’s young cubs, Derrick Williams, Deon Butler, and Anthony Morelli are now lions and are ready to feast on the Irish team that embarrassed them 41-17 last year.
Penn State- 38 Notre Dame- 13
Notre Dame's History Against Penn State
Overall Record (9-8-1)
Avg. Score 21-17
Total Score 372-304
Home Record (5-3)
Avg. Score 26-14
Total Score 205-115
Away Record (2-5-1)
Avg. Score 17-23
Total Score 138-180
Neutral Record (2-0)
Avg. Score 15-5
Total Score 29-9
2006 17-41
1992 17-16
1991 13-35 @
1990 21-24
1989 34-23 @
1988 21-3
1987 20-21 @
1986 19-24
1985 6-36 @
1984 44-7
1983 30-34 @
1982 14-24
1981 21-24
1976 20-9 (Gator Bowl)
1928 9-0 (Philadelphia)
1926 28-0
1925 0-0 @
1913 14-7 @
Miami at No. 5 Oklahoma
Miami at No. 5 Oklahoma (Minus 11)
Oklahoma has lost the last three contests against the Hurricanes. However, Miami is not the same team it was in the 1980s. The Sooners currently lead the nation with 668 total yards of offense and will use running backs DeMarco Murray and Mossis Madu to lower the boom on a Miami team that has lost its swagger.
Oklahoma- 34 Miami- 13
Oklahoma's History Against Miami
Overall Record (2-3)
Avg. Score
Total Score
Home Record (1-1)
Avg. Score 19-24
Total Score 38-47
Away Record (1-2)
Avg. Score 17-22
Total Score 50-65
1988 14-20 (OrangeBowl)
1986 16-28 @
1985 14-27
1975 20-17 @
1973 24-20
Oklahoma has lost the last three contests against the Hurricanes. However, Miami is not the same team it was in the 1980s. The Sooners currently lead the nation with 668 total yards of offense and will use running backs DeMarco Murray and Mossis Madu to lower the boom on a Miami team that has lost its swagger.
Oklahoma- 34 Miami- 13
Oklahoma's History Against Miami
Overall Record (2-3)
Avg. Score
Total Score
Home Record (1-1)
Avg. Score 19-24
Total Score 38-47
Away Record (1-2)
Avg. Score 17-22
Total Score 50-65
1988 14-20 (OrangeBowl)
1986 16-28 @
1985 14-27
1975 20-17 @
1973 24-20
No. 9 Virginia Tech at No. 2 LSU
No. 9 Virginia Tech at No. 2 LSU (Minus 12.5)
This is only the second meeting between the Hokies and Tigers. In 2002 Virginia Tech defeated LSU 26-8 in Blacksburg. The out-of-whack stat for this game is Virginia Tech’s negative two turnover margin and zero sacks recorded for the season. LSU’s defense will improve upon its nation leading six interceptions and even this series up.
LSU- 27 Virginia Tech- 14
LSU's History Against Virginia Tech
Overall Record (0-1)
Avg. Score 8-26
Total Score 8-26
Home Record
Avg. Score
Total Score
Away Record 0-1
Avg. Score 8-26
Total Score 8-26
2002 8-26 @
This is only the second meeting between the Hokies and Tigers. In 2002 Virginia Tech defeated LSU 26-8 in Blacksburg. The out-of-whack stat for this game is Virginia Tech’s negative two turnover margin and zero sacks recorded for the season. LSU’s defense will improve upon its nation leading six interceptions and even this series up.
LSU- 27 Virginia Tech- 14
LSU's History Against Virginia Tech
Overall Record (0-1)
Avg. Score 8-26
Total Score 8-26
Home Record
Avg. Score
Total Score
Away Record 0-1
Avg. Score 8-26
Total Score 8-26
2002 8-26 @
No. 22 Boise State at Washington
No. 22 Boise State at Washington (Plus 3)
Washington is Ohio State’s next opponent thus making this a game of interest. Is Washington’s rush defense (8 yards allowed) and pass rush (7 sacks) the real deal? Ian Johnson and Boise State’s running attack will be a better measuring stick of the Huskies’ defense than what Syracuse provided.
Boise State- 36 Washington- 28
Washington is Ohio State’s next opponent thus making this a game of interest. Is Washington’s rush defense (8 yards allowed) and pass rush (7 sacks) the real deal? Ian Johnson and Boise State’s running attack will be a better measuring stick of the Huskies’ defense than what Syracuse provided.
Boise State- 36 Washington- 28
Saturday, September 1, 2007
The 2006 college football season had its winners (Florida, Boise State and Division IAA schools) and losers (Duke, FIU and non-BCS bowl games). What are some of the topics and questions heading into the 2007 season? Let’s take a look.
Repeat for Florida? The basketball team did it, why not the football team? Blame the SEC schedule and lack of a playoff system for putting a damper on the Gators’ chances for a repeat. Florida will be a great team, but not strong enough to escape playing Tennessee, Auburn, LSU, Georgia and Florida State undefeated. If the Gators do make it through that schedule they still have to win the SEC Championship game. Repeat? Doubtful.
Which teams will play in the BCS National Championship Game? This question should be who will be playing USC in the title game? USC is looking like last year’s Ohio State. The only difference is that the men of Troy appear to be more talented and deeper on both sides of the ball. The possible stumbling blocks for the Trojans would be their schedule or their egos. The teams that have the inside track at meeting up with USC in New Orleans are: Florida (even with their schedule), the winner of the Oklahoma/Texas game and West Virginia. I’m giving the early edge to West Virginia because they play in the Big Least, err, I mean Big East.
IAA Domination is what appeared to happen at the start of the 2006 season. Four Division IAA schools defeated the big boys to start last season, including Montana State’s stunning 19-10 victory over Colorado.
At least one Division IAA team won in each of the first four weeks. Northern Iowa almost made it five weeks until Iowa State outscored them by eight in the fourth quarter for a 28-27 victory. From 2003-2005 IAA teams combined for 18 wins against Division I teams. Last year the small guys were able to win seven games. With more Division I schools scheduling their diminutive brethren more shockers are sure to follow.
The longest winning streak in Division I belongs to Boise State at 13 games. The Broncos were also the only undefeated team in 2006. Duke (0-12) and Florida International (0-12) were the only teams not to win a game last season. Duke has lost 22 consecutive games against Division I schools.
Another BCS surprise from Boise State is not likely to happen again this year. Utah was the first non-BCS school to shock the big boys when they earned a spot in the 2005 Fiesta Bowl and spanked Pittsburgh 35-7. However the Utes were 7-5 the following year. Boise State does have a chance to return to the BCS party, but losing Jared Zabransky and playing at Washington, Fresno State and Hawaii might be too much to overcome. Not to mention all of the hype they will have to contend with after last season’s dramatic OT victory over Oklahoma.
Repeat for Florida? The basketball team did it, why not the football team? Blame the SEC schedule and lack of a playoff system for putting a damper on the Gators’ chances for a repeat. Florida will be a great team, but not strong enough to escape playing Tennessee, Auburn, LSU, Georgia and Florida State undefeated. If the Gators do make it through that schedule they still have to win the SEC Championship game. Repeat? Doubtful.
Which teams will play in the BCS National Championship Game? This question should be who will be playing USC in the title game? USC is looking like last year’s Ohio State. The only difference is that the men of Troy appear to be more talented and deeper on both sides of the ball. The possible stumbling blocks for the Trojans would be their schedule or their egos. The teams that have the inside track at meeting up with USC in New Orleans are: Florida (even with their schedule), the winner of the Oklahoma/Texas game and West Virginia. I’m giving the early edge to West Virginia because they play in the Big Least, err, I mean Big East.
IAA Domination is what appeared to happen at the start of the 2006 season. Four Division IAA schools defeated the big boys to start last season, including Montana State’s stunning 19-10 victory over Colorado.
At least one Division IAA team won in each of the first four weeks. Northern Iowa almost made it five weeks until Iowa State outscored them by eight in the fourth quarter for a 28-27 victory. From 2003-2005 IAA teams combined for 18 wins against Division I teams. Last year the small guys were able to win seven games. With more Division I schools scheduling their diminutive brethren more shockers are sure to follow.
The longest winning streak in Division I belongs to Boise State at 13 games. The Broncos were also the only undefeated team in 2006. Duke (0-12) and Florida International (0-12) were the only teams not to win a game last season. Duke has lost 22 consecutive games against Division I schools.
Another BCS surprise from Boise State is not likely to happen again this year. Utah was the first non-BCS school to shock the big boys when they earned a spot in the 2005 Fiesta Bowl and spanked Pittsburgh 35-7. However the Utes were 7-5 the following year. Boise State does have a chance to return to the BCS party, but losing Jared Zabransky and playing at Washington, Fresno State and Hawaii might be too much to overcome. Not to mention all of the hype they will have to contend with after last season’s dramatic OT victory over Oklahoma.
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