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University of Miami Hurricanes Quarterback Malik Rosier


by Trevor Whenham - 7/30/2017

Mark Richt has now been at Miami for a year, and I still am not sure I am used to the idea of that. His 9-4 record in his return to the site of his college glory is impressive enough by itself, but what is more striking is that the Hurricanes already seem to have some mojo back. One of the great programs of the 1980s and 1990s has been some degree of embarrassing ever since their last national title in 2001. College football is better when Miami is good.

Quinton Flowers South Florida Bulls


by Trevor Whenham - 7/30/2017

I have written well over 20 of these previews this week, and yet this is the first one for a team outside of the power conferences. South Florida isn't typically a team that would get that kind of attention, but there is a lot going on here. Former coach Willie Taggart leapt up to take over the raging tire fire that is Oregon. He leaves behind an elite offense, and the power to run that now lies with Charlie Strong, who left behind his own raging tire fire in Texas for Tom Herman to fix.

Luke Falk Washington State Cougars


by Trevor Whenham - 7/30/2017

I am both fascinated and annoyed by how Mike Leach is covered in the mainstream media. His teams and how they are playing almost never get any attention. It's because reporters are too busy fawning over his pirate obsession and the other quirks that hide the fact that he refuses to coach defense. Today I read on not one but two different outlets that he isn't a particular fan of hot dogs. That's the kind of info that leads to winning bets.

Jesse Ertz Kansas State Wildcats


by Trevor Whenham - 7/30/2017

On the surface, Bill Snyder pulled off some magic in his 25th year at the helm of the Wildcats. He finished 9-4 despite a challenging start and far from the most talented team out there. That sounds impressive. The problem, though, is that they lost to the four best teams they played - Stanford, West Virginia, Oklahoma and Oklahoma State. So, they won the games they couldn't afford to lose - including their last four - but they ultimately weren't a great team. Really, that is much of the Snyder era in a nutshell. He is masterful at getting as much as he can out of what he has, and he is every bit of the legend people think he is, but being at Kansas State means almost never having enough of the talent and depth you need to be a real contender.

West Virginia Mountaineers RB Justin Crawford


by Trevor Whenham - 7/29/2017

From where I'm sitting, West Virginia head coach Dana Holgorsen is basically Gus Malzahn at Auburn. Both guys were lauded as offensive geniuses when they took the job. Both have been given a lot of time to shine. Both have had big wins and have been good at times. But neither has really shown a knack for building a real contender. If you want to defend them, both have big issues to overcome - Auburn has to share a state with the behemoth that is Alabama, and West Virginia faces an insane geographical hurdle playing in the Big 12.

Shane Buechele Texas Longhorns


by Trevor Whenham - 7/28/2017

Tom Herman is the latest coaching genius. He has been in charge of a team for just two years, but he worked some miracles in Houston - both on the field and in recruiting - and he now has the keys to one of the iconic programs in the country. Can he prove that he is up to the immense challenge, or will he join the scrap heap of other geniuses to rise further and faster than they can deliver on? The good news for him is that the shoes he is filling left behind by Charlie Strong aren't exactly big. Herman could be just mediocre for the Texas Longhorns and he'd be lauded as a hero is comparison.

Michigan Wolverines tight end Ian Bunting


by Trevor Whenham - 7/28/2017

Jim Harbaugh certainly hasn't been boring in his time at Michigan. And he has won plenty of games. Now it's time for him to take the next step. He hasn't beaten Urban Meyer and Ohio State yet, and that means that he hasn't yet reached the top level of the Big Ten. It's going to happen at some point, but is this the year? He faces a lot of changes, but he's not short of talent - and he doesn't have a whole lot of excuses. A lot of people want to argue that next year is when the window really opens for this team. He is not one to be particularly patient, though, so he won't have any interest at all in waiting.

Danny Etling LSU Tigers


by Trevor Whenham - 7/28/2017

After looking around and sending out a lot of feelers, the LSU Tigers made the internally popular decision to give Ed Orgeron the full time head coaching role. He had been the interim coach for the final eight games last year after Les Miles was fired. Now we have a whole season to see if the popular decision was the right one. Personally I like Orgeron, but I still need to be convinced that he is up to a job of this caliber. To me he feels like a transitional pick - the guy between a long-time coach and his ultimate long-time replacement - but I would be happy to be wrong for his sake.

Baker Mayfield Oklahoma Sooners


by Trevor Whenham - 7/28/2017

There is a whole lot we could have talked about when it came to the Oklahoma Sooners. But one story shockingly trumped them all. On June 7 Bob Stoops retired, making 33-year-old offensive coordinator Lincoln Riley the new head coach. Everyone knew that Stoops would leave or retire at some point, but it was all but impossible to see it happening now. And now we are left to figure out whether that is going to have a massive impact on the team.

Florida Gators wide receiver Brandon Powell


by Trevor Whenham - 7/28/2017

It's a sign of the state of the lowly SEC East that Jim McElwain has won the division in both of his years at Florida, yet he has yet to field a team that is particularly terrifying. Sure, it's much better than what Will Muschamp had done, but that's not exactly a big hurdle to get over. Don't get me wrong, he has done a good job given what he has had to work with, and his future is pretty bright, but it's still a work in progress, and if he were in a stronger division he wouldn't have anything like two division titles to his credit.

Oklahoma State Cowboys quarterback Mason Rudolph


by Trevor Whenham - 7/28/2017

This team is not perfect. Far from it, in fact. But Mike Gundy clearly likes to have fun, and increasingly he is making his team a whole lot of fun to watch. They go for the big play. They pass like crazy. They take risks. They probably aren't as good as a team like LSU, but they are always fun to watch while LSU often makes you want to poke your own eyes out to end the suffering. What they need to do, though, is find a way to be both fun and successful. They have a bit of an opportunity. Their rivals in Norman are a better team, but with a shocking late coaching change to deal with they could be vulnerable. This may be the best look at glory that the Cowboys have had.

Wisconsin Badgers quarterback Alex Hornibrook


by Trevor Whenham - 7/27/2017

Paul Chryst is proof that looking smarter is as much about where you are as who or what you are. At Pitt he looked like a very ordinary coach. He was exactly .500 through three seasons. He hasn't changed much about what he is doing since returning to Wisconsin, and while his talent and resources are better they aren't exactly profound, but he is 21-6 through two years, has two bowl wins, and has a decent look at an 11- or 12-win season again this year. He's doing a very good job, and his team is poised, with a big help from circumstances, to have a very strong season.

Louisville quarterback Lamar Jackson


by Trevor Whenham - 7/27/2017

Was the third year of this Bobby Petrino era a success? It depends how you look at it, I guess. On one hand they won a Heisman with Lamar Jackson - something that doesn't often happen for schools like Louisville - and they were ranked third in the country as late as the middle of November. On the flip side, though, the wheels fell off in horrible, embarrassing fashion late, and the team was exposed as a paper tiger when it really mattered. They had the best look they have ever had at serious national relevance, and they folded badly. And they are still a program that thinks it's okay to have a guy as morally bankrupt as Petrino in charge as long as they win. So, judging the season is all about perspective, I guess.

Auburn Tigers running back Kamryn Pettway


by Trevor Whenham - 7/27/2017

In 2013 Gus Malzahn won pretty much every national coaching award there is as he led the Auburn Tigers to just three points short of beating Florida State and winning the national title. It was his first year at the helm, and he has spent the time since making a pretty compelling case that the win had more to do with the players he inherited than anything else.

Nick Chubb Georgia Bulldogs


by Trevor Whenham - 7/27/2017

There was a huge change last year in Athens as Mark Richt moved on after 15 years in charge - despite winning 10 games in his last season - and Kirby Smart took over as head coach. The results weren't terrible, but they weren't hugely inspiring, either. That was to be expected, though - growing pains are inevitable after a long tenure for any coach, and that's even truer when the new coach is an outsider. This year, then, will serve as a much bigger indication of how much progress Smart is making and how soon he will have this team humming along at full steam. It's a big year for the Bulldogs.

Jake Browning Washington Huskies


by Trevor Whenham - 7/27/2017

Under Chris Petersen, Washington has climbed back into national relevance. It has been impressive. Now Petersen has two things to worry about - staying relevant over the long haul and taking the next step from contenders to the top of the heap. Oregon and Stanford have shown that the former is possible in the Pac-12 in recent years, and USC showed that the conference can provide the latter, too. But is Washington ready for primetime now that they will have a target on their backs? And can they find a way to close what was obviously a massive gap between them and Alabama last year?

J.T. Barrett Ohio State Buckeyes


by Trevor Whenham - 7/26/2017

Anyone who has read my stuff over the years knows I make no secret of my Michigan allegiance. I'm literally wearing a Michigan jacket as I write this. That makes this the hardest preview to write every year. I'm big enough, though, to acknowledge that what Urban Meyer has done in Columbus has been impressive and that again he comes into the season in a position of real strength. He and his squad are legitimate national title contenders because they always are.

Deondre Francois Florida State Seminoles


by Trevor Whenham - 7/26/2017

I can save you from reading the next 800 words if you want - the Florida State Seminoles are very legitimate national contenders, and their chances will come down, in all likelihood to a game against Clemson. In other words, it's the same as always for Jimbo Fisher and company. They have plenty of talent, a schedule that is challenging at times but manageable, and more experience at QB than they had last year. They may or may not capitalize on their opportunity, but the opportunity is there for them yet again this year.

Trace McSorley Penn State Nittany Lions


by Trevor Whenham - 7/26/2017

It was an odd year for the Nittany Lions. They were 2-2 after four games and were crushed by Michigan by 39 points. It had the feeling of a lost season. But then they went on a roll. They won their last eight regular-season games, including a huge 24-21 win against then No. 2 Ohio State. That win was good enough to give them the division title after Ohio State beat Michigan in double overtime, and after beating Wisconsin in the Big Ten Championship Game they represented the conference in the Rose Bowl.

Clemson Tigers wide receiver Hunter Renfrow


by Trevor Whenham - 7/26/2017

Two straight National Championship Game appearances. A surprising and impressive win against Alabama last year. You sure can't complain about how the last two years have gone in Clemson. Now the question remains whether this is a team which, like other top programs, can show they are bigger than a player or a class of players. Can they remain truly elite as things change? Or will they have to wait for the next profound talent (two, really) to come along and lead the way?

Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Jalen Hurts


by Trevor Whenham - 7/25/2017

Things almost went exactly according to plan for Alabama. They made a mockery of the regular season, with a 10-0 win at LSU the closest thing to a scare they had - and the game wasn't nearly as close as the score might suggest. The SEC Championship was again a joke - the Tide rolled over the Gators by 38. And Washington was badly exposed as just not fast or talented enough in a 24-7 national semifinal loss. That set up a rematch with Clemson for the national title. Alabama was favored by 6.5 points and widely expected to come out on top. But it didn't work out that way.

Sam Darnold USC Trojans


by Trevor Whenham - 7/25/2017

The college football season is still more than a month away as I write this, and I am already sick of hearing about Sam Darnold. Or at least I am sick of how much I imagine we will hear of him in the weeks and months to come. The second-year USC QB is the strong Heisman favorite at +425 at BetOnline (Lamar Jackson and Baker Mayfield are tied for second at +750). And judging by how people are talking about him, I can only assume he can walk on water and part seas on demand.

Jalen Hurts Alabama Crimson Tide


by Guy Bruhn - 1/2/2017

Clemson will matchup with Alabama on Monday, January 9, 2017 in the CFP National Championship. Our matchup report includes analysis on both teams, betting trends, injury reports, and a free pick on who we think is most likely to win.

Teriyon Gipson New Mexico Lobos


by Tony Sink - 12/8/2016

New Mexico will matchup with UTSA on Saturday, December 17, 2016 in the New Mexico Bowl. Our matchup report includes analysis on both teams, betting trends, injury reports, and a free pick on who we think is most likely to win.

Donnel Pumphrey San Diego State Aztecs


by Guy Bruhn - 12/8/2016

Houston will matchup with San Diego State on Saturday, December 17, 2016 in the Las Vegas Bowl. Our matchup report includes analysis on both teams, betting trends, injury reports, and a free pick on who we think is most likely to win.

McKenzie Milton UCF Knights


by Josh Schonwald - 12/8/2016

UCF will matchup with Arkansas State on Saturday, December 17, 2016 in the Cure Bowl. Our matchup report includes analysis on both teams, betting trends, injury reports, and a free pick on who we think is most likely to win.

Logan Woodside Toledo Rockets


by Tony Sink - 12/8/2016

Appalachian State will matchup with Toledo on Saturday, December 17, 2016 in the Camellia Bowl. Our matchup report includes analysis on both teams, betting trends, injury reports, and a free pick on who we think is most likely to win.

Nick Mullens Southern Miss Golden Eagles


by Guy Bruhn - 12/8/2016

Southern Miss will matchup with UL Lafayette on Saturday, December 17, 2016 in the New Orleans Bowl. Our matchup report includes analysis on both teams, betting trends, injury reports, and a free pick on who we think is most likely to win.

Cooper Rush Central Michigan Chippewas


by Josh Schonwald - 12/8/2016

Central Michigan will matchup with Tulsa on Monday, December 19, 2016 in the Miami Beach Bowl. Our matchup report includes analysis on both teams, betting trends, injury reports, and a free pick on who we think is most likely to win.

Anthony Wales Western Kentucky Hilltoppers


by Tony Sink - 12/8/2016

Memphis will matchup with Western Kentucky on Tuesday, December 20, 2016 in the Boca Raton Bowl. Our matchup report includes analysis on both teams, betting trends, injury reports, and a free pick on who we think is most likely to win.

Josh Allen Wyoming Cowboys


by Guy Bruhn - 12/8/2016

BYU will matchup with Wyoming on Wednesday, December 21, 2016 in the Poinsettia Bowl. Our matchup report includes analysis on both teams, betting trends, injury reports, and a free pick on who we think is most likely to win.

Nick Stevens Colorado State Rams


by Josh Schonwald - 12/8/2016

Idaho will matchup with Colorado State on Thursday, December 22, 2016 in the Famous Idaho Potato Bowl. Our matchup report includes analysis on both teams, betting trends, injury reports, and a free pick on who we think is most likely to win.

Ian Eriksen Eastern Michigan Eagles


by Tony Sink - 12/8/2016

Eastern Michigan will matchup with Old Dominion on Friday, December 23, 2016 in the Bahamas Bowl. Our matchup report includes analysis on both teams, betting trends, injury reports, and a free pick on who we think is most likely to win.

Chris High Navy Midshipman


by Guy Bruhn - 12/8/2016

Louisiana Tech will matchup with Navy on Friday, December 23, 2016 in the Armed Forces Bowl. Our matchup report includes analysis on both teams, betting trends, injury reports, and a free pick on who we think is most likely to win.

Brandon Silvers Troy Trojans


by Josh Schonwald - 12/8/2016

Ohio will matchup with Troy on Friday, December 23, 2016 in the Dollar General Bowl. Our matchup report includes analysis on both teams, betting trends, injury reports, and a free pick on who we think is most likely to win.

Steven Lakalaka Hawaii Warriors


by Tony Sink - 12/8/2016

Hawaii will matchup with Middle Tennessee on Saturday, December 24, 2016 in the Hawaii Bowl. Our matchup report includes analysis on both teams, betting trends, injury reports, and a free pick on who we think is most likely to win.

Nick Fitzgerald Mississippi State Bulldogs


by Guy Bruhn - 12/8/2016

Miami (OH) will matchup with Mississippi State on Monday, December 26, 2016 in the St. Petersburg Bowl. Our matchup report includes analysis on both teams, betting trends, injury reports, and a free pick on who we think is most likely to win.

Patrick Towles Boston College Eagles


by Josh Schonwald - 12/8/2016

Maryland will matchup with Boston College on Monday, December 26, 2016 in the Quick Lane Bowl. Our matchup report includes analysis on both teams, betting trends, injury reports, and a free pick on who we think is most likely to win.

Ralph Webb Vanderbilt Commodores


by Tony Sink - 12/8/2016

NC State will matchup with Vanderbilt on Monday, December 26, 2016 in the Independence Bowl. Our matchup report includes analysis on both teams, betting trends, injury reports, and a free pick on who we think is most likely to win.

Alec Morris North Texas Mean Green


by Guy Bruhn - 12/8/2016

Army will matchup with North Texas on Tuesday, December 27, 2016 in the Heart of Dallas Bowl. Our matchup report includes analysis on both teams, betting trends, injury reports, and a free pick on who we think is most likely to win.

Wake Forest Demon Deacons wide receiver Jared Crump


by Josh Schonwald - 12/8/2016

Temple will matchup with Wake Forest on Tuesday, December 27, 2016 in the Military Bowl. Our matchup report includes analysis on both teams, betting trends, injury reports, and a free pick on who we think is most likely to win.

Luke Falk Washington State Cougars


by Tony Sink - 12/8/2016

Minnesota will matchup with Washington State on Tuesday, December 27, 2016 in the Holiday Bowl. Our matchup report includes analysis on both teams, betting trends, injury reports, and a free pick on who we think is most likely to win.

Johnny Jefferson Baylor Bears


by Guy Bruhn - 12/8/2016

Boise State will matchup with Baylor on Tuesday, December 27, 2016 in the Cactus Bowl. Our matchup report includes analysis on both teams, betting trends, injury reports, and a free pick on who we think is most likely to win.

Justin Jackson Northwestern Wildcats


by Josh Schonwald - 12/8/2016

Pittsburgh will matchup with Northwestern on Wednesday, December 28, 2016 in the Pinstripe Bowl. Our matchup report includes analysis on both teams, betting trends, injury reports, and a free pick on who we think is most likely to win.

Brad Kaaya Miami Hurricanes


by Tony Sink - 12/8/2016

West Virginia will matchup with Miami (FL) on Wednesday, December 28, 2016 in the Russell Athletic Bowl. Our matchup report includes analysis on both teams, betting trends, injury reports, and a free pick on who we think is most likely to win.

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