- KU has a long way to go. This was a beating. K-State came back from what could have been a momentum killing game against the Cornhuskers and imposed their will against their in-state rival. They did everything that they wanted to do to the point that their, very average, quarterback looked like a star.
- Missouri is kind of sneaking up on people. We all knew that they were going to score points with Gabbert at the helm, but their defense is a surprise. This is their best statistical defense since 1967. Think about that for a second. That is a long time, and they have had some solid teams over the last decade.
- Ok, so if you were told that you were going to out gain your opponent by 137 yards and that their star QB would only throw for 106 yards, wouldn't you feel good about your chances? Yeah, tell that to Maryland. It is time for Ralph Friedgren to be retired. He started out well, but hasn't done much since his first few years.
- I still love East Carolina's offense. They are only a slightly better than average team, but that is one fun offense to watch.
- So, I know that Auburn won the game and I love Cam Newton's game and guts, but the real question for me is. Is Ryan Mallett as good as they say, is it the offensive scheme, or is Arkansas' offense that loaded with talent? Seriously, the backup comes in against a top 10 team and throws for 332. DAMN
- Channeling my inner Simpson's bully, HAAAAHAAAA. I would like to give a shout out to my buddy Brian who has been telling me for 3 weeks that his Horns were going to beat the Huskers because the Huskers hadn't played anyone yet. I am not sure I want to be quite that cruel to the Huskies and Wildcats who are both solid teams, but I will say one thing. It sure was interesting to see what happened when they played a seriously fast defense.
- Speaking of fun offenses. The Cowboys can always score, but this is something else, even for them.
- You just keep on trying Va. Tech, but you aren't going to regain what you lost.
- And South Carolina proves that Steve Spurrier still can't coach. He is a heck of a coordinator, but he can't coach. Problem there is, he is not the Offensive Coordinator.
- I almost feel bad for enjoying this so much, but damn it feels good to watch the Gators lose, and lose.......and lose. Sorry, is my Garnett and Gold showing?
Now, for this week's top 30 according to Trapp, lol.
1. Oregon: This team is the most consistently explosive in the country to this point. Their defense gives up more than you would like, but when no one can hold them under 40 it doesn't really matter now does it?
2. Boise State: This is not a team with small school talent. They are loaded, and they are well coached. Oh, and they are pissed off, and doing their damnedest to prove a point. I tend to agree with them, but they need to get out of that piss poor conference.
3. Auburn: The Cam Newton show may be predictable, but no one can do a damn thing about it. They control their own destiny in the SEC, but it's still the SEC. I will be surprised if they can come through it unscathed, but they are looking scary good on offense right now.
4. Oklahoma: When Landry Jones is good, he is scary. The Sooners have done their imitation of the Cardiac kids, and some are saying that they are lucky they played FSU early in the year (some=me). That said, they have won them all, and they have as much talent as anyone in the country and a big time coach. Are they peaking, or are they streaky? We'll know soon.
5. Alabama: Just 2 short weeks ago, this Bama team was in the middle of a dynasty, and now everyone wants to forget about them. They are still loaded, and if they win out they will be in the SEC championship game. No one wants to see these guys, let alone in a game that matters.
6. Ohio State: A tough and disappointing loss at Camp Randall hurts, but it was a road game against a ranked team. Some will drop them further than this, but I expect the Buckeyes to come back firing.
7. TCU: The Horned Frogs just keep rolling, but they are going to need help to move up this list. That BYU win would look better most years.
8. South Carolina: And, I repeat. Spurrier cannot coach. The Cocks should have been riding an emotional high, but instead, they had a letdown.
9. Nebraska: So, the question is this, were the Huskers just exposed by a fast defense? Or were they caught by a tough team that they were overlooking? Here is my opinion: Don't doubt the talent on that team, especially the Blackshirts, but if they don't find some balance on offense, they will be an also-ran.
10. Michigan State: How good are the Spartans? I am rooting for them to be the dark horse in the Big Ten, but they have some tough tests coming up.
11. LSU: All you Bayou Bengal fans should thank the good lord above that Les Miles can recruit, because he can't coach. Even with his gambling, foolish choices that he makes over and over, his roster is loaded from top to bottom making it very difficult to deal with.
12. Stanford: A solid team with one of the top 2 pro-style QB's in the country. They can beat anyone if thing go right for them.
13. Iowa: Reloaded? Hmmm
14. Wisconsin: HUGE win for the Badgers. I am really looking to this weeks game with Iowa, it is going to answer questions about both of these teams.
15. Arkansas: This team can really score. You probably noticed that I have them higher than the AP does, after a loss, but they are lighting up defenses that are full of NFL talent on a weekly basis. If only they can find a way to get something out of their defense.
16. Florida State: The Noles narrowly avoided a letdown against an inferior BC team because their steady hand at QB had a bad half. The rest of the team stepped up and pulled his butt out of the fire, but they just not quite there yet.
17. Utah: Still quietly scary out west. They are going to be so much fun in the PAC-10
18. Missouri: Here comes Game Day. Is this team for real yet? They have been close/up-and-coming for the last few years. Crazy thought, if he had stayed, Jeremy Maclin would still be eligible. Wonder what he would do for their ranking?
19. Arizona: Nick Foles has this team rolling again, but I don't see them getting much higher than this.
20. Texas: A signature win was just what this young team needed. They are athletic, and if they play smart, they can play with anyone. Don't look now, but Garrett Gilbert was the best QB in that game.
21. Oklahoma State: Young and explosive. This was supposed to be a rebuilding year in Stillwater. So, is it? We'll know after the next month. Better than .500 out of the next 4 will have them posed for a big bowl.
22. Virginia Tech: They just keep clawing back up. One of these years, they are going to manage to keep from choking at the start of the season.
23. West Virginia: This team could play in the SEC. They played LSU tough in Death Valley, and that's their only loss. That is impressive.
24. USC: They just won't go away. Barkley was recruited to run Lane Kiffin's offense, and you can see why. He is perfect for it, and he is lighting people up. They are short-handed though, and can be worn
down.
25. Miami: They are so fast, and when they play a team who can overwhelm them upfront, they are going to blow them out. This is the fastest team I have seen this year. Those are very hard words for a Seminole fan to type, but they are true. If their lines were a bit better, they would be something.
26. Oregon State: How much is the loss of James Rodgers going to hurt?
27. Florida: They are still here because of their talent level and their defense. They are going to have a new offensive coordinator next year, or they should anyway.
28. Kansas State: Bill Snyder is a great coach, but I didn't think that the turn-around would be this fast. He is still short a couple of athletes, but this is a solid team. They don't have the QB to come from behind, but they don't beat themselves and they can run the ball. That game against Kansas was a revelation.
29. Michigan: On their way back in a hurry. The Big 10 better kick them while they are down.
30. Kentucky: A tough team, that is playing above expectations. Huge win against South Carolina.
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