Nebraska’s 28-21 win over Northwestern guarantees the Huskers’ bowl eligibility. It’s the second straight year that Matt Rhule’s team has reached the postseason. Now that the Huskers have gotten the monkey off their back, this should leave the program more energized heading into their battle with USC. But in order to win against the Trojans, the Cornhuskers will have to build … [Read more...] about Can Nebraska Succeed In These Areas Against USC?
OSU’s Downs Headlines Four Big Ten Thorpe Awards Semifinalists
The leaves are turning, the College Football Playoff picture is coming into focus, and Christmas music is days away. That all must mean it’s time for national awards to start rolling out semifinalists and finalists! Last week, the William V. Campbell Trophy announced its list of 16 finalists. On Tuesday, the Thorpe Award dropped its 15 semifinalists. Of those 15, four come from … [Read more...] about OSU’s Downs Headlines Four Big Ten Thorpe Awards Semifinalists
What’s Next for LSU After Moving on from Brian Kelly?
A college football offseason with chaotic potential just became even more intriguing, as LSU has officially fired Brian Kelly. The decision came after an embarrassing 49-25 home loss to Texas A&M, which was the Tigers’ second straight loss. LSU’s season started with promise after a road win at Clemson, but quickly unraveled in SEC play. LSU is currently 5-3 overall and 2-3 … [Read more...] about What’s Next for LSU After Moving on from Brian Kelly?
What Wake Forest Said After the SMU Win
Saturday, no doubt, took a lot out of Wake Forest head coach Jake Dickert. There was the back and forth of the game against SMU that was not well played, but a win nonetheless. There was the regular infuriation with the game officials, particularly over the flag for yet another illegal formation call on a fake punt (the fourth of the season by our unofficial count). Dickert … [Read more...] about What Wake Forest Said After the SMU Win
College Football’s Sunday Summary Adds Up the Numbers
College football writers rely heavily on numbers for their analysis. It’s part of how we connect the dots to tell a story. And the numbers don’t lie. Unless you want them to. Because numbers can say anything you want them to if you give them the time and space on the page. Still, this week’s Sunday Summary is going to try to use numbers to paint the picture of what happened … [Read more...] about College Football’s Sunday Summary Adds Up the Numbers