College Football

Florida Gators Top Preseason NCAA Football AP Poll
The Florida Gators have landed atop the AP preseason poll for NCAA football this year, and will try to gain their third championship in four seasons under the leadership of quarterback Tim Tebow.

College Football Bowl Games
Post-season college football games are known as college football bowls.

College Football Standings Shaken Over Weekend
For the first time since the departure of former Head Coach Steve Spurrier, the Florida Gators have not only managed second place in the standings, but second in the newest AP Rankings as well.

Hoping for a Bowl Bid, College Teams Pay Big Bucks to Play Losers
Premier college football teams wanting to pad their season with easy kills on the way to bowl contention are paying big money to play the worst teams in the country.

Alabama Crimson Tide Football Fans
The history of the University of Alabama football program has a storied tradition that has attracted a loyal base of fans. Many of the stories of The Alabama Crimson Tide have been passed down from generation to generation.

Special Teams Football Drills - Kicks and Punts
Special teams football drills are an important part of any practice. Teams need to excel at special teams if they hope to be competitive on the football field.

Football Quarterback Drills to Improve Timing
Football quarterback drills are essential to helping a quarterback hone the skills he’ll need during a game. The more the quarterback practices these drills, the better he’ll perform in the game.

Flag Football Plays - How to Use Misdirection
Successful flag football plays often take advantage of the defense’s inexperience and lack of discipline. Here are three great plays that will work very well.

Offensive Football Plays - The Sweep And Reverse
Every football team has a variety of offensive football plays that they run. The best plays start basic and then build off that basic play into more complex plays.

College Football Player Accused of Stabbing Rival
There were echoes of the attack on Nancy Kerrigan when an American college football team's reserve kicker was accused of stabbing his lead kicker in the leg.

Ranks of college unbeaten sure to dwindle
After last weekend's action, 16 college football teams remain undefeated, though over the next 10 days, at least three are guaranteed to lose, as Texas faces Oklahoma and USC plays Cal on Saturday, October 9, while Louisville invades Miami the following Thursday.

This Bush is a guaranteed winner
While President George W. Bush is fighting to win a second term, the man who shares his last name, USC running back Reggie Bush, has already secured his place as the most exciting player in college football. SC's William Geoghegan says Reggie is the next big thing.

Oregon becoming quarterback factory
While most college football fans don't think of Oregon as a quarterback factory, a steady flow of excellent signal-callers from the state in recent years has influenced nearly all of the Northwest's D-I programs. Here's a look at the current and future stars.

Badgers and Gophers and Buckeyes, oh my!
Top to bottom, which college football conference is the best? As conference play continues, we're going to get some clues to that burning question, though the final answer will still be very much in doubt.

Producing a true champion
College football has a problem; the current system is simply not designed to produce a champion -- does it need to be, is there a need for a playoff, or would that make the regular season almost irrelevant? Can one actually formulate a fair system for all Div. 1-A schools?

The Poll Story for September 11
Joey Ware gives his current college football rankings and tries to explain why he has ranked teams in their respective spots.

Top 25 for first full week
After a wild and crazy first full weekend of college football, here's a look at my NCAA rankings.

A rigorous game plan (Part 2)
It's great to show your determination through one stretch of a season. However, doing it through a slate of 8-10 games is another snap altogether. The second of this two-part series unveils the college football's toughest overall schedules for 2004.

College football preview -- Big 10 and Pac-10
In the final installment of this college football predictions series, here's a look at the big guns of conference football -- the Big 10 and Pac-10. Also, a look at the most prestigious of football programs and the only Armed Forces Academy without conference affiliation.

College football preview -- Mountain West and C-USA
A salute to the most mid-major of college football's NCAA Division I-A is in order. The Mountain West Conference has been the steadiest of the mid-majors, while C-USA has come up with some of the more popular Cinderella stories (Louisville, TCU, Tulane).

College football preview: Big East and MAC
A look at the Big East and MAC conferences for the upcoming 2004 NCAA football season.

Problems under the Golden Dome
America's must storied college football program has fallen on hard times; not terrible times, mind you, but well below their former standards of excellence. Can Notre Dame recover, or is their transplant from serious contender to antiquated legend complete?

College football preview -- The SEC
The SEC is one of the strongest conferences in college football. However, a national champion from the SEC carries a blemished record.

College football preview -- ACC and Sun Belt
Anytime one sits down with the intent of predicting the future, one realizes that the task is one of folly. Predictions mean nothing, but we do it anyway, especially in sports, because, well ... we're desperate for the action. So, here's a preview of the ACC and Sun Belt.

Been a long time
With fall practice beginning, it's time to begin thinking about college football. Here's an interesting preseason take on the preseason rankings.

Computers decide who's No. 1 again
Last season, computers and humans disagreed as to who should be the national champion. Well, it's happened again (sort of) and this season hasn't even begun yet. Here are some predictions on the upcoming 2004 college football season based on video game simulations.

The BCS -- An ugly system becomes uglier
New provisions to the BCS have made a bad system even worse. Things could have been fixed, but the powers that be in college football have screwed up again. Read on to find out why.

It's not just Boulder, its everyone
It's an interesting concept, this whole "entitlement" thing that football players on college campuses seem to have. Well, it seems that now, as a result of these kinds of ideas, there is one college program about to buckle under the weight of it's own transgressions.

Numerous Flyers are headed for college
Many members of the 2003 Lindbergh Flyers football team have already signed with various colleges, and others plan to follow suit. Here's the story.

Did the Clarett ruling kill college football?
College football, as we know, it is over. Stick a fork in it. To steal a line from ESPN's Lee Corso, "Not so fast, my friend!" Some people do not buy the opinion that Maurice Clarett's official defection to playing on Sundays is the end of college football.

Throw the BCS out the window
The savior of college football, the BCS, failed in its mission. It is time to consider the alternatives. Dave Singleton begins his discussion of a college football playoff format.

The best college football team?
A Pac-10 team from California is college football's best for 2003. But, you might be surprised which team it is. This surprise pick demonstrates how ridiculous the polls and rating systems have become over the years.

Troubles, and then a split title
Another college football season comes to a close. It was an interesting year, complete with the offseason dismissals, the continued resurgence of USC, the boiling point of the Nebraska hot seat, the end of several winning streaks, and the return to the days of split national champions. Here's a quick recap of 2003.

Finally, a college playoff
Since the NCAA is incapable of designing a college football playoff for Division 1 schools themselves, here's one made up just for them -- a simulated playoff championship matching up the 16 finest teams.

The definition of clutch
Over the past 45 years, which college football teams have performed best in the clutch? Of course, many of the usual suspects are found here, but some might surprise you. Here then are the 25 most "clutch" teams since 1959.

2003 NCAA Football Awards
It was a long, enjoyable, and well played 2003 NCAA football season. Here's how the awards should be given out this year.

BCS Debacle 6.0
Southern Cal winds up number one in two polls... and number three in the BCS system? Something in college football is awry.

Why ESPN hates the BCS
Are the 2003 Oklahoma Sooners the best team in college football? Maybe. Maybe not. So they scored 580 points during the regular season and allowed only 158. But that average of 48 to 13 is terribly skewed, so let's not call them national champs yet.

So your team got blown out, huh... Join the club
There appears to be a rise in blowouts the last couple of years in college football. Is the game less competitive? Has parity not arrived? Here are a few answers.

The return of Gino Torreta
There's a right man for the Heisman this year, and everyone knows it, even the ink-stained college football wretches who consistently put the "other guy" at the top of their list. This is one of those years when there is an obvious best player in college football. The problem is, he doesn't play for Oklahoma, the obvious best team in college football.

Who's No. 2 -- College Football's BCS and its faults
With the College Football rankings becoming more and more convoluted with each passing week, it is no longer appropriate to determine the top two teams in the land in such a subjective manner. I propose a new playoff system to make the final determination of who's No. 2.

Pigskin letters
The leaves are changing, the conference schedules are in full-swing, and here are some interesting letters concerning the grand old game of college football. Don't miss the Q & A'a on the Heisman, fan expectations, Maurice Clarett and OSU, and BCS rankings.

Observations on sports
A quick run through the worlds of college football, the NFL, the major league baseball playoffs, and the NBA.

General: Sterno's Talkin' Smack -- Episode #58
Sterno's Talkin' Smack. No holding back here. It's all trash, all the time. On today's show we will discuss Danny Heatley's tryout for "Fast and the Furious" Part III and the crazy story involving a father and son going to a college football game.

The intangibles of success
Winning goes deeper than talent and coaching in college football. It delves into a realm a bit more vague, a bit tougher to define. Here's a look at these traits that make teams successful -- the intangibles.

60-3 -- The greatest team ever
In an era of limited scholarships and loaded conferences, will we ever see the likes of 1993-1997 Nebraska again? The greatest college football team of all-time simply overwhelmed the opposition, losing three games in five years. Perhaps the 1936-1939 Yankees of our lifetime.

NCAA -- Week 3
The first full weekend of college football is behind us and now it's time to look forward to Week 3.

Red Sox-Yankees rivalry -- As seen from both sides
Even though college football season is starting, this reporter is focusing on another sport's rivalry, one that is near and dear to her heart -- the Boston Red Sox-New York Yankees.

NCAA - Week 2
It's the first full weekend of college football and there are some huge battles right off the bat.

General: Sterno's Talkin' Smack -- Episode #43
Sterno's Talkin' smack. No holding back here. It's all trash, all the time. Today we are going to preview the College Football season. Yes, it's that time of year, and with things kicking off on Saturday, there's no better time for me to drill down on the NCAA.

NCAA -- Week 1
College football returns this week and you can bet we're in for an incredible year on campus!

The 2003 Oklahoma Sooners
A look at one of the nation's most talented college football teams.

An apology to Brock Berlin
Before the 2003 college football season even starts, this writer wants to apologize to Miami quarterback Brock Berlin.

Aesthetics as a weapon
Is it all about the wins and losses in college football or is there more to it?

Rivalry game critical for Michigan
The Ohio State-Michigan rivalry is arguably the greatest one in college football. This season, the Wolverines are under tremendous pressure to beat the Buckeyes.

Time to strike up the band
Welcome to the 2003 college football year. Officially, it isn't here yet, but the season is on the horizon and Sean Pullins stops by to give his analysis of the upcoming season. This year should be competitive as ever and, hopefully, it can match last year's exciting finish.

College Football - Week 1
The college football season may technically begin on August 23rd, but for me, it begins this week!

Jones'n for college football
The impending start of another college football season brings out the best and worst in sports fans.

College showdown
After the exciting, grueling, knee-breaking, history-making win over the Miami Hurricances dealt by the Ohio State Buckeyes, which team will be the new reigning college football champion? The team you didn't want to face, but the team you have to beat.

Draft preview -- The circus life
Throw in a few hundred college football players, a few hundred reporters, a scale, a tape measure, and you've got yourself the biggest three-ring circus football can offer -- the NFL scouting combine. Here's a look at the offensive players to watch.

A quick reality check before signing day
A brief word on why the terms "can't miss" and "future star" in college football have little meaning.

A fine vintage -- 10 defining moments
The 2002 college football season certainly ripened well, and included, possibly, the best college football game ever played. Here's a look at the Fiesta Bowl, Notre Dame, and eight other stories that shaped the college football landscape in 2002.

The crowning of a champion
The amazing 2002 college football season has come to an end. Let's review the BCS bowl games, ending with the the national title game.

Curtain goes up one final time
There is no lack of motivation when the curtain goes up for the final time in the 2002 NCAA football season. The Hurricanes are poised to join a select class of elite teams, while some of the Buckeyes are playing for their final shot at glory. History, as in most cases, is on the side of neither participant.

Breaking down the bowls
This college football season has produced its share of memories. With the bowl season upon us, it's time to examine the many matchups.

Chips and oranges and cell phones, oh my!
College football used to be about the game. Now it is about who is hosting the game and what they are selling. I say bahumbug!

Fan riots are out of control
In a season of close games, miracle endings, and big-time upsets, the college football world also has seen its share of unruly fan behavior. Here's one writers bird's-eye view of one of these unruly and dangerous fan riots.

Reviewing the BCS
In a year when NCAA Division I-A football has been without its dominant teams and performers, here is an assessment of the BCS top-10. And if that isn't enough, a tirade -- not against the BCS, but more against the unending proposals for a national championship playoff system.

Head coaches shouldn't be babysitters
College coaches should not be fired, nor come under scrutiny because they have players that break the law. That said, Michigan State football coach, Bobby Williams was fired this week because of his players actions. Should it have happened.

Beyond the BCS
Here's a look at "Shakeup Saturday" and what it takes to be truly successful in college football.

Let the madness begin
Arizona is the preseason No. 1 in college hoops... but does that matter? In the end, it will come down to two teams who deserve to be there, as opposed to college football, where it comes down to a computer program. There will be no controversy, just a season of terrific games.

Place your bets
In a weekend that should not only spike the bookie business, but also break a few, college football delivers in a very big way. Here is a look at the college football slate of games that should plant you on the couch for at least eight consecutive hours.

College Football Beat
Here are this week's thoughts on the past week in college football, including my pick for team and player of the week and a look ahead to next week.

College Football Beat
Here are this weeks thoughts on the past week in college football, including Iowa State's win over Nebraska, a visiting player getting the boot at Penn State, and a look ahead at some upcoming games.

College football beat
Here are some thoughts on the Volunteers, Big Red and the Heisman race.

Buckeyes movin' on up
Maurice Clarett has turned old school Ohio State into a new school force. Miami and Florida State might just have to move over for these fresh faces. Here's a look at just how the Buckeyes and teams like them are the leading examples of why college football is the best sport on the planet.

Can the 'Canes be stopped?
It's early, but the Miami Hurricanes look like the national champions of this year, as well. Is it possible for anyone to unseat them? Or even beat them? Here's a look at the busy college football world and a breaksdown of the top teams early in the season.

Sex, football, and algebra?
Three topics that rarely intertwine will do so in this highly-competitive, highly-unpredictable year in college football. Here's a look at the jealous lovers, tempting seductresses, and the math equation that make up the world of college football.

Is there a conspiracy in College Football??
No team from the Pac-10, WAC or Texas will win the championship because of the "BCS Triangle."

Early impressions of the college football season
Here are a few first week impressions on the start of the 2002 college football season.

Michigan starts their season off on the right foot
Michigan used the right foot of Philip Brabbs to knock off Washington in a great college football game in which the Wolverines got revenge after losing to Washington one year ago.

Pre-season football predictions
Here is one person's own pre-season college football predictions.

Who will left be standing?
College football is here, and with it comes the prognosticators picking everyone from Miami to Oklahoma. This year promises to be different because every major pre-season contender has a daunting schedule ahead.

I'm ready for some football
It's almost time for the college football season to start again and time to get ready for the BS, I mean BCS, to cause more controversy.

The free agent fan
Who do you root for? With college football season just around the corner, here are some concerns about choosing a football team to latch onto. Who do you cheer for if your school doesn't have a football team?

College football's East Coast bias
Before the season even begins, the inherent East Coast bias is so dominant that not only do teams out West have a problem competing in the BCS, but so do their Heisman hopefuls.

Your weekly guide to America's pastime
Three football games left to go before our attention turns to college hoops. So, here are your point spread winners for championship week.

It's as easy as ABC
When the BCS formula was put into effect, the driving force, no surprise, was money. ABC Sports jumped in, paying huge fees for the rights and the college football powers created the questionable BCS formula. We hear it can't be done -- a real college football playoff. Well, it can be done, and it's as easy as ABC.

The final Cook Football Ratings
The 2001 college football season ended January 3 in Pasadena with Miami beating Nebraska 37-14 at the Rose Bowl. The AP, ESPN/USA Today and computer gurus made Miami No. 1 a few days later. How do the final NCAA Cook Ratings compare?

College football review -- Five big questions
In August I asked five big questions for the upcoming season. Well, the season is over and it's time to answer those questions.

College Football Notebook: BCS Championship Game
Thoughts on the Miami win and a top six to chew on till August.

'Canes back on top
Just six years ago, the Miami Hurricane football program was on the verge of collapse. Now, with a team stocked by former head coach Butch Davis, and behind the leadership of first-year coach Larry Coker, the 'Canes have a chance to cap a perfect season and claim their fifth NCAA title.

eSports Media Group College Football Bowl Preview
The writers from eSports Media Group have all the BCS and January bowl games covered. Here's a preview of eight of them including the Orange, Cotton, Sugar, and Rose Bowls.

The BCS isn't perfect, but it beats a playoff
The BCS may not be perfect, but it is a much better alternative than a playoff system in college football.

All eyes on Irish search as decision looms
Its history and tradition place Notre Dame in an elite category of College football's most prestigious programs. Yet, as the team has learned, history and tradition lose their luster, they do not mean as much to a populace that has a short term memory.

College football bowl season -- Five big questions
It's time to ask the big questions for the bowl season.

College Football Playoff simulation narrowed to Fabulous Four
The College Football Playoff simulation quaterfinals were played this week, leaving us with just four teams vying for the mythical national championship.

The College Football Beat
Thoughts on Chris Simms, Florida's failure and Joey Heisman.

Waiting to pounce on the BCS & Tennessee
I have never made any secret of my hatred of the BCS. Going into its fourth year, the much-maligned NCAA football creation faces its biggest threat yet, an LSU win over Tennessee.

A great day for college football
Saturday was a fantastic day to watch college football. Most of the top teams were in action against other top teams and there was a lot on the line for everyone.

General: This week's poll...
With college football season in high gear, we wanted to know what you thought was the best college football rivalry. Here's how you responded. Plus, there's a new question for this week.

College football report --Trying to make some sense
Last week I tried to make sense of the college football landscape by reviewing each of the rivalry games. I couldn't do it. Here's what happened.

College Football Notebook: Week Thirteen
The biggest weekend in college football. The preview and review of last week is here.

General: This week's poll...
What do you think is the best college football rivalry these days? That is the question we are asking you in this week's eSports poll question.

Rivalry week complete
It's been a rough time for your college football guy. I've been busy, but now I'm back, and I'm breaking free of the traditional form. Let's just review Rivalry Week one game at a time and then look ahead.

Shooting itself in the foot
College football continues to suspend and suspend for pointless infractions that are irrelevant. As UCLA star RB DeShaun Foster sits out for the end of his college career, should the NCAA re-examine these rules?

Traditions reign supreme at Navy
It's as much a part of college football as the "hail mary," growing and evolving on college campuses across the country. No other sport can match the excitement and pageantry. Sometimes these sideshows even outshine the games themselves.

College Football Notebook - Week Eleven
As we head into rivalry weekend, how does the college football scene look?

The curious case of K-State
Blip on the radar or beginning of the end? A look at Kansas State's troubles this college football season.

Miami still tops in eSports College Football Poll
Miami continues as the country's No. 1 team, as Nebraska is now a solid No. 2 in the latest eSports Media Group College Football Poll.

College Football Notebook: Week Ten
Nothing much happened in the past week, but the push for the championship starts this week.

How to fix the BCS
Is it possible for major college football to determine a national champion through a system that combines the tradition of the bowls with the BCS formula and a slight bit of playoff flavor?

eSports College Football Poll -- Miami holds No. 1, Oklahoma closing
Miami retains the No. 1 ranking in the eSports Media Group college football poll, but Oklahoma closes, as Nebraska slips two spots to No. 5.

College football report -- Week 10
People need to realize this BCS poll means diddly. The only one that matters comes out after the conference championship games, and there will be huge fluctuations in the poll between now and then. So keep your shorts on, Miami is not on the verge of missing the Rose Bowl with a perfect record, there is a heck of a lot of football to be played.

Showdown Saturday
For the majority of men, a "me day" is football. All day. And important football games like BCS No. 1 vs. No. 2, highlighting an important weekend in college football.

College Football Notebook - Week Eight
News, notes, and opinions from this week in college football.

Miami reclaims No.1, UCLA climbs into tie for fourth sport.
After the Florida's loss to Auburn, Miami has reclaimed the top spot in the eSports Media Group college football poll.

NCAA: Lucky 7
The seventh week of the NCAA football season left its mark and answered some questions while creating a handful of them in the process.

College football notebook -- Week seven
Mumbles and grumbles from week seven of the college football seaon.

College football soapbox
I couldn't settle on just one thing to rant about, so I settled on two: the Heisman Trophy and computer rankings.

Florida takes over No. 1 in eSports College football poll
Florida took over the number one spot in the eSports Media Group college football poll, but the top three are separated by just five points.

The sham that is the BCS
The BCS contract runs through 2006, which means controversy will still surround college football's supremacy for another five years. Teams like Fresno St. will still be on the outside looking in, while six conferences stay rich off the status quo.

After six
A few thoughts and musings through six weeks of the NCAA football season. A week that included a loss to a hated rival by my favorite team, my childhood team shutting out a hated rival and a man named Rex tearing up another ranked team.

College football notebook -- Week six
Grumbles and Mumbles about college football.

Miami still solid at No. 1, UCLA enters top ten in new eSportscollege football poll
The new eSports Media Group has Miami continuing in the top spot. The UCLA Bruins enter the top ten at No.8. The Texas A&M Aggies enter the poll at No. 20.

Finding a true north in the West of the Southeast
LSU, Mississippi State, Auburn. Three teams who all have a shot in the wide-open SEC West are looking for stability, direction... and badly-needed wins this Saturday. It's the wild, wild West -- southern college football style. Who, if anyone, will get out alive?

Why The BCS Is A Sham, And How To Fix It
We all know the current system is a bad one, but what should really be done to legitimize our college football championship game.

College Football Report: Week 5
It was about this time last year when Oklahoma made its statement by absolutely obliterating Texas; putting everyone on notice the Sooners were for real. Florida has just put you on notice. 52-0. There is just no way to look at that score and fail to come to the obvious conclusion: these Gators are scarily good ...

College Football Notebook -- Week 5
Musings and thoughts from last week in college football.

Another Holtz masterpiece
You won't hear anyone whispering that the game of college football has passed Lou Holtz by.

Beyond the realm of possibility
It has been said that the rich get richer and the poor get poorer. Nowhere is this more evident than in the world of college football. Will parity ever be possible?

Miami still leads eSports poll, Notre Dame drops out.
Miami continues to lead the eSports Media Group College football poll this week. Notre Dame has fallen out after starting 0-2.

Rested rust or rusty rest?
Since a number of teams were idle last weekend, many of college football's biggest games this weekend will involve the classic "rest versus rust" factor. How will the rested (or is it rusty?) ballclubs respond, particularly against teams who played last weekend? One thing's for certain -- we'll learn a lot about which coaches teach and motivate better than others.

Let's not get too cocky now
SEC fans and college football observers are quaking in their boots before Lou Holtz and the South Carolina Gamecocks. Whoa, and hold the Nellie. This fear, bordering on worship, is out of control.

College football report -- Return to action
There are 6 games involving two undefeated squads, so the numbers will thin. The biggest shockers on the list? Maryland is 3-0 and in sole possession of first place in the ACC, Iowa has looked great jumping out to 2-0, eight Big 12 teams are on the list including Baylor and Texas Tech, and the six Pac-10 undefeated includes Wazzu, Arizona, and Stanford.

Spurrier said it best
Things were put in perspective last week for the college football world and its fans. John McManus gives his insight and perspective on the events of September 11th.

eSports Media Group College Football Poll
The poll continues after a one week hiatus due to the tragic events of last week.

Capital District college football beat
College football in the Albany, NY area began its full schedule with five teams in action.

Week Three Observations
The college football season is now three weeks old. It's time to look at the trends and surprises so far.

NCAA: College football predictions -- Week 3
Here are my predictions for week three in NCAA College football. See if you agree or disagree. Make your own predictions. If your right, you will look like a genius.

Grow up Corso
Lee Corso has been a thorn in many college football fan's sides for many years now. What has he done again to bother fans.

Eye on college football -- Week 2
A look at the good, the bad and the ugly from the world of college football

NCAA: Alabama playing NCAA waiting game
While the NCAA continues its investigation into recruiting violations at the University of Alabama, events continue to unfold that could have a direct impact on the future of the Crimson Tide's football program. Now, all university officials can do is wait for the other shoe to drop.

Welcome back college football
College football has been missed. Now that fall is upon us, we can look forward to great college football games instead of working in the yard.

College football predictions -- Week 2
Here's my predictions for this week's college football top 10 games. See if you agree or disagree. Make your own predictions.

Eye On College Football
A weekly report on the good, the bad and the ugly from the world of college football.

Louisville tops NMSU in college football opener
Cardinal head coach John L. Smith had few complimentary words after his teams 45-24 victory over New Mexico State in the John Thompson Foundation Challenge Classic Thursday night in Louisville. However, he did thank Aggie head coach Tony Samuel for giving away the game.

Preview -- Five big questions
Yesterday, we looked at five big questions facing college football in 2001. Today we'll look at five big questions for the upcoming NFL season.

The whole McDonough
When you watch several different networks over the course of your treasured autumn Saturdays, it helps to know which broadcasters can and can't cut it. If you have a dish, or want to periodically subscribe to extra games throughout the year, take note: ABC's Sean McDonough headlines the list of best college football broadcasters with the least visibility.

College football preview -- Five big questions
Five questions that are going to be big during the 2001 season.

The 2001 College Football Season - A Prediction (Part Two)
In the final installment we see the twists and turns that will happen in November and December to bring us to the National Championship game.

To decide a champion
College football is just around the corner. Am I excited? Are you excited? Well, how will we decide the National Champions? I'll tell you how we should.

The 2001 college football season -- A prediction (Part 1)
Preseason college football magazines always use the wrong formula to decide who will play for the national championship. They try to decide who is the best team. We, on the other hand, took another approach to predicting who will play in the Rose Bowl next January.

College football preview 2001
It's that time of year again. Freshmen and transfers have already reported to practice, upperclassmen should be arriving any day now. We have finally put last season behind us as we focus entirely on the new football season. What a great time of year.

Gimme some football!
Ten things I'm looking forward to this college football season.

College Football: When the dust settles, Miami will be number one
The 2001 Miami Hurricanes still get no respect, as the Florida Gators are voted number one in the AP Preseason college football poll. Miami received 33 first place votes compared to Florida's 20. So, how can Florida be number one? Miami may be the number one team in the nation when the dust settles.

Betting on Miami? Read this first
As we get closer to the kickoff of college football 2001, a lot of preseason polls are in love with the Miami Hurricanes. I'm not so sure.

General: This week's poll
The results are in, and you have selected who you think should be the No. 1 pick in the 2001 preseason NCAA football poll. We also have next week's question ready to go. Read on for the details.

General: Around the world of sports
The perfect fit for the Blazers? The Lakers finally have a competitive rival? The College Football National Champion? All of these questions and more are answered in Todd's Town.

SEC college football is serious business in the south
As the 2001 college football season approaches, its time to evaluate who will be in the chase for the national championship. Here is a look at the SEC, which surely promises to be a great season as always.

The ultimate road trip (Part 1)
If you could choose just one college football game to attend this year, which one would it be? We couldn't decide either so we planned a 15 week, 37 game road trip.

Offseason college football top ten
Can Oklahoma defend its national championship without Josh Heupel? Without Heisman Trophy-winner Chris Weinke, does the Seminoles have a chance? There could be a Hurricane brewing in Miami this season under new coach Larry Coker. Here's what to look for in from the top college football teams this season.

College Football 2001
Here's a look at some of the top teams in College Football in 2001.

College football tradition ends in Hawaii
With attendance down, two traditional bowl games played in Hawaii each year, the Oahu and Hula Bowls, will be moved next year. Is the "bottom line" more important than the Hawaiian fans?

Starting the weekend right
College football on Friday nights? Believe it.

GENERAL: The Dead Zone
Now that the NCAA tournament is over we have to wait until football season.

College: The Best College Football Player You've Never Heard Of
Take a few minutes and aquaint yourself with a football player that has his sights on the ultimate prize...and doing quite well along the way.

NCAA: College Football Postseason Awards
One last bit of business before we close the books on the 2000 College Football Season. A look back, and a quick peek ahead…

CFL : Bowl Picks
It's the season to be jolly or to sit in front of the television set eating left overs, if you're a college football fan.

GENERAL: Around the World of Sports
The College football and NFL coaches of the year? Reggie Jackson a Dodger? What should be the national championship game in college football? All of these and more in Todd's Town.

NCAA: What a Shame
Two years ago Lehigh University's football team went unbeaten and was only seeded 14th when it came time for the NCAA selection committee to set the brackets for its Division I-AA tournament.

NCAA: Overtime Needs An Overhaul
For as much as NCAA Football tries to distance itself from the pro version, there's one thing it should emulate: overtime. The current system stinks.

NCAA: Football's Fort Sumter
Finally, a real War in Oregon

NCAA: College Football's Unrivaled Element
Rivalry Week holds a special and prominent place in local American culture.

NFL: Auburn / Alabama -- A Big Picture Perspective
A seasonal column to give perspective on college football's greatest rivalry -- and how quickly the tables turn within it.

Auburn / Alabama -- A Big Picture Perspective
A seasonal column to give perspective on college football's greatest rivalry -- and how quickly the tables turn within it.

NCAA: Northwestern/Michigan Game Exactly What Football Should Be
The stereotypical image of football is something out of a Vince Lombardi quote. Blood, guts, hard work, and outstanding effort. That’s great football. And that’s what Northwestern and Michigan put forth this weekend.

NCAA: College Football Preview Weekend Of October 21
This week in College Football is one of those where we get to take a breath as far as the Orange Bowl hopefuls go. Oklahoma and Florida have bye weeks and Nebrasks (vs. Baylor), Miami (vs. Temple) and Florida St (vs. Virginia) really have byes also.

NCAA: Big Orange Football Break: A Down Year
Football at the University of Tennessee has been taking quite a beating lately. People across the country are discussing the decline of the UT program. The Volunteers, however, are destined to thrive again.

NCAA: College Football Review 10/10/00
A look back at the wild and wacky weekend in college football.

NCAA: College Football Preview, Week of Oct 7th
Jason Brandt previews this weekend's College Footballa ction.

College Football: A Letter from Peyton Manning to Brian Greise (re-issue)
Peyton Manning and Brian Greise grew up in similar fashion -- both were sons of NFL quarterbacks. But when Brian did what everyone thought Peyton would do, no one was more shocked that Peyton. Here's what Peyton might have written to Brian after his last college game...

NCAA: Up to this point in the season…
A look at the current top ten teams in NCAA Football

NCAA: College Football Continuity
Looking at how our Saturday companions--from South Bend to Knoxville to Palo Alto -- have and haven't changed

NCAA: UVa Football, It's Not Hokie
Take a trip to the University of Virginia's newly renovated football stadium and step back into history

EA Ships Latest In NCAA Football Series, NCAA Foot
The Number One College Football Title Features Exclusive Rights To The FedEx Orange Bowl

NCAA: College Football Week 3: 25 Things I Know I Know
Lou Holtz is sane after all. Jim Donnan will walk after this year in Athens. Ron who? And a different Desert Storm in Tuscon.

NCAA: 2000 College Football Best Of... The Rest of the Story
Ladies and Gentlemen, Boys and Girls, and now, THE REST OF THE STORY.