QUOTE(smokinandjokin @ Aug 1 2006, 08:47 AM)
On the first weekend, these look like the best matchups:
Vanderbilt at Michigan- see what the Blue has got, and who's replacing Cutler at Vandy. UM fans would like to see Mike Hart get through this game without spraining his ankle.
Northern Illinois at Ohio State- Buckeyes will win, but NIU is picked to win the MAC title game this year.
Marshall at WVU- In-state rivalry. WVU will factor in the BCS and have a sniff at the national title, but not if they slip up in this game.
Cal at Tennesee- Two underachieving teams last year look to get off on the right foot. Have both figured out their QB situation yet?
Notre Dame at Georgia Tech- Can the Irish offense start rolling right off the bat? The Quinn Heisman watch begins.
USC at Arkansas- Plenty of unknowns for the Trojans. USC's problem this year could be the beatings they've handed out the past three seasons. Other teams don't forget, and try to take advantage when you're vulnerable. Last year- 70-17 USC.
Kentucky at Louisville- Always a biggie in NCAA hoops. Louisville will look to score a win for the criticized Big East over the SEC.
And the doozy on Labor Day:
Florida State at Miami- Actually a pretty ugly game last year, I think it was like 10-6 or something. I remember more the ineptness of the offenses rather than the brilliance of the defenses. Still, this game always puts 22 of the most athletic players in the country on the field at the same time.
One month to go......
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Calvin Johnson could torch the Irish, as he's the best WR in the nation. Unfortunately, his QB play is average @ best.