Everything seems to be going right for the Ole Miss Rebels. That is, at least from an on-field standpoint. They sit at 10-1, and are in firm control of their own destiny in regards to the College Football Playoff. They have a bye week this weekend, and their final regular-season game comes against a shaky Mississippi State team. Knowing an 11-1 SEC team is nearly guaranteed a … [Read more...] about Ole Miss Facing Distractions as Egg Bowl Looms
Another Report Card After Another Arkansas Loss
This is reaching historical numbers for Arkansas football. Not in the positive either, following a 52-37 loss to Texas, its ninth consecutive. In what some see as a positive change, there have been consistent losses from the program, no matter who the coach is. We at Last Word will have more on the depths of these losses soon, but, for now, we issue the weekly report card for … [Read more...] about Another Report Card After Another Arkansas Loss
Keys To The Game: Nebraska vs Penn State
Nebraska takes on Penn State tonight in Beaver Stadium. The matchup is also significant because Matt Rhule is back at his alma mater. But the Nittany Lions won’t make it a happy homecoming. According to ESPN, Terry Smith’s team is favored by nine and a half points. However, the Cornhuskers could pull off a major upset by doing these things. Escape The Pocket In his first game … [Read more...] about Keys To The Game: Nebraska vs Penn State
Washington at UCLA, Prediction
On paper, Washington’s offense matches up favorably against a UCLA defense that is among the lowest-rated in the FBS. But history highlights the struggles that the Huskies have faced when setting foot inside the Rose Bowl. Since 2000, Washington has just one win against UCLA at the historic venue. The Bruins lead the series 7-1 in games played in Pasadena since the turn of the … [Read more...] about Washington at UCLA, Prediction
The Big Ten College Football Playoff Picture: Week 13
It’s hard to believe, but the regular season is nearly gone. With only two weeks left until the Big Ten Championship, the conference’s College Football Playoff picture is coming further into focus. Last week, Iowa fell in another hard-fought loss to one of the West Coast additions, officially eliminating it from contention. Even with a win, it would have taken a Herculean … [Read more...] about The Big Ten College Football Playoff Picture: Week 13