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Nebraska's bid for a sixth straight victory was ended Sunday afternoon by No. 25 Arizona State, which blanked the Huskers 5-0 in Tempe.
Nebraska (5-2-0) ended the Sun Devil Desert Classic with a 1-1-0 record after defeating Arizona on Friday 3-0.
Arizona State (5-0-1) forward Karin Volpe turned in a hat trick and began the Sun Devil scoring early by giving her team the eventual game-winning goal in the ninth minute.
Two more first-half goals from Alexandra Elston and Miah Mollay gave ASU a three-goal halftime lead. Volpe then added two more in a four-minute span in the second half (64:40, 68:32).
Goalkeeper Tara Macdonald played the first 45 minutes and took her first loss of the season, dropping to 5-1-0 on the year. Macdonald and the NU defense had held four of its previous five opponents scoreless before meeting the Sun Devils. Freshman Emma Stevens was in the net for the second half.
The Huskers were shut out for only the second time this season.
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Big 12 Most Compelling Storylines - Week 3
By Keith Fletcher FOX Sports Southwest
5. Bearing Down on TCU
TCU has won five of its past seven match-ups against the Big 12, including wins over Baylor in 2006 and 07. Now TCU hosts Baylor on Saturday while the Horned Frogs are on an absolute roll. TCU had 166 of its 270 rushing yards, plus three touchdowns, almost by accident in its final three drives against Tennessee Tech last week while trying to run out the clock with second-teamers. This week the Frogs will face a Baylor defense that hasnt given up a touchdown so far in 2010. Bears QB Robert Griffin III is back and healthy and can cut left off his right knee, which was surgically repaired last fall. And last week against Buffalo he passed for a career-high 297 yards. But after blowout wins over the Bison and Sam Houston State, Baylor will finally have its mettle tested Saturday.
Where this is a fascinating on-field match-up, the off-the-field intrigue is exponential in this battle of Bible-beaters. TCU is a Disciples of Christ school and Baylor a Baptist charter. The two schools were actually born the same city, playing 25 times between 1899 and 1910 in Waco, before TCU moved its campus up Interstate 35 to Fort Worth. In 1995, Baylor got the invite to the Big 12, not TCU, as the Southwest Conference disintegrated, and bitterness still persists among TCU alumni and old-timers. This is the 106th meeting between the two teams, each owning a dead even 49-49-7 record in the series.
4. Colorados Boulder Stand
Boulder is a scenic place with lots of friendly people, until they fill Folsom Field and their Buffaloes are a college football punch-line. CU fans are as comfortable booing their own coach and team as they are celebrating the "4/20" holiday with hazy fervor. Saturday against Hawaii provides a crucial swing game for CU to win back support, or see salt poured into an already gaping wound on fans who are again calling for coach Dan Hawkins' scalp.
Colorado QB Tyler Hansen, noted for his escape and scrambling ability, was sacked six times last week by Cal. He also threw three interceptions, one of them returned for a touchdown. CU's defense allowed an average of 5.9 yards on Cal's 60 offensive plays. The Buffs committed nine penalties. They weren't even almost ready to play in a game that was seen as an unveiling of the team's future in the Pac-10.
Now the future revolves around Hawaii QB Bryant Moniz, who comes off a 342-yard, 4-TD game in a win over Army last week. Colorado needs answers, offensively and defensively, and it needs them quick. The Kansas Jayhawks are a testament of how a team can make a complete one-week transformation this early in the season. There are abundant reasons to think the Buffaloes can do the same. CU has a bye next week, meaning Buff fans will have a bonus week to smoke a bowl, kick off their Birkenstocks and regenerate thoughts of hope and peace. Or, scorch internet chat boards and march through town with torches over the state of the program.
3. Getting To A Point At Arrowhead
After being soundly humbled by the Iowa Hawkeyes, Iowa State showed that it wasnt ready to go on the road and play toe-to-toe with a top-10 ranked team. Thats no great sin, especially under a second-year head coach. But if the Cyclones are to be taken seriously as a Big 12 North Division challenger the Cyclones have to suck it up and find some Mojo against K-State in a neutral site (Kansas Citys Arrowhead Stadium). This should be the game that tells us whether ISU is ready to match last years magic and upset potential, or that is still has an uphill climb.
The subtitle on the marquee says "Daniel Thomas vs. Alexander Robinson". Respectively, they are the K-State and Iowa State backs who ranked #1 and #2 in Big 12 rushing a year ago. After Thomas' big 234-yard opener against UCLA he followed last week with 137 on 21 carries, as Carson Coffman balanced the day with a career-high 280 passing yards. ISUs Robinson has 145 yards collectively through two games. The Wildcats are the better team on paper and need to make a statement on the field and the stands. Last year less than 41,000 attended the KSU-ISU game at Arrowhead (capacity is over 80,000). The Wildcats have held up their end of the deal so far beating UCLA and blowing out Missouri State. Now it's the fans' turn to send the message that they think the 'Cats are back.
2. Huskers Get Tested
Nebraska has looked strong through two games - as they should, as a preseason top-10 ranked team playing Western Kentucky and Idaho. However, the head coach's Italian blood was near a boil after Saturday's win over the Vandals, when Cornhusker butts were chewed as voraciously as the gum Bo Pelini so frequently punishes while pacing the sidelines.
"Our attention to detail needs to pick up, our attitude needs to pick up and our standard needs to pick up," Pelini seethed after the game. This after Nebraska committed 10 penalties, allowed 24 first downs and fumbled eight times, losing three.
Now comes a trip to Washington, who will not challenge for the Pac-10 title, but has a name and reputation and is a threat at home. Many NFL scouts and draft experts have Huskies quarterback Jake Locker at the top of their list for next spring, as in numero uno overall. That's play-making potential that can't be overlooked, especially against a defense that has shown the ability to take a play off. If the Huskers don't play cleanly one gets the feeling Pelini may run post-game gassers up and down Mount Rainier.
1. Hospitality Takes A Backseat In Lubbock
Hope you enjoyed the southern hospitality so far here in Lubbock, Mr. Tuberville. The abundance of sweet tea and lovely sunshine will continue, but this game with the Longhorns is the one that will judge exactly how many bowls of tasty grits you enjoy in the Texas South Plains henceforth.
"We have our hands full. We aren't as good a team as we will be in five or six weeks from now. But this is how the schedule lays," Tuberville said Monday of the Big 12 test after only two non-conference looks at his new team.
Is Tommy singing the blues, or the wolf lulling the sheep to sleep? He's still got people scratching their heads after a win of substance over SMU and a pummeling of New Mexico last weekend. Tech is still passing the ball more than they run. Against the Lobos the Tech offense still looked very Leach-like, even with starting QB Taylor Potts throwing the ball seven times in the fourth quarter after having established a 52-17 lead.
Texas has done nothing but win its first two games without a single turnover, and still haven't haven't flipped beyond the first chapter of the playbook, predictably giving young QB Garret Gilbert a wean period. For that, AP voters bumped the Longhorns from #5 to #6 in their poll. This week should see the Texas offense diversify, and possibly find a rhythm at tailback with Fozzy Whitaker, the third starter in as many weeks. His pinballing, start-and-stop 39-yard touchdown run against Wyoming was one of the great plays of this entire early college football season. Now we see what's next for Texas in a stadium where Mack Brown is 3-3 as the Horns head coach.
Keith Fletcher has covered the Big 12 since its 1996 inception as a reporter and producer of Big 12 Showcase, seen weekly on FS Southwest, Midwest and Rocky Mountain.
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Between 15,000 and 20,000 Nebraska Cornhusker fans were at Husky Stadium to watch their team beat the UW 56-21. Some of them walked away saying Husky fans were extremely rude.
"I don't know if they were sore losers or what but one guy spilled his drink on me and didn't even apologize. It was deliberate, I'm sure," says Jill McKendry, decked out in her red Nebraska clothing at the game Saturday. "It was a pleasure in the third quarter to watch so many Husky fans slink away and let us enjoy the easy win."
"I understand being upset that your team is getting killed, but have some common courtesy for the fact that young kids are there too and grow up," says Marc Engmore, a Nebraska native who now lives in Bellevue.
AP/Elaine Thompson photo of Washington quarterback Jake Locker scrambling against Nebraska in the second half.
Are Husky fans rude Dawgs?
I asked some friends on Facebook and Twitter that question and many seem to think they are, but obnoxious behavior at college football games certainly isn't limited to the UW.
"Sadly, it's a trend that's spread across the college sports landscape," says Erv Kuebler, of Seattle. "What began as giving the visiting team and fans a good natured hard time has become really just nastiness. What once was a bunch of students being clever with their barbs has turned into personal attacks that have no boundaries. There seems to be a lot of downright angry, mean people these days. It makes going to games much less fun, particularly around the student sections."
What can you expect, says Raymond Arifianto, "Hormonal college students + booze. I think it's way more universal than just Husky fans."
Sports reporter John Bohnenkamp covers the Big Ten conference and says some schools are worse than others. "I think anymore in our culture, most visiting fans are treated rudely in most places. Nothing surprises me anymore," says Bohnenkamp.
"If you want to see rudeness, go to a University of Idaho game when Boise State comes to town or vice versa," says Mia Simpson. "While I am a fan of both schools, the student-fans of BSU can out-rude the best."
Rowdy fans at college football games are nothing new according to D. Walker, a sports reporter and Husky fan who writes for the Bleacher Report. Earlier this year he listed the top ten "rude and arrogant" fans. UW didn't make the list, but Nebraska did. The rudest college fans in America are:
- Alabama Crimson Tide
- Texas Longhorns
- Florida Gators
- Oklahoma Sooners
- USC Trojans
- Ohio State Buckeyes
- LSU Tigers
- Oregon Ducks
- Nebraska Cornhuskers
- Boise State Broncos
Not surprised the Ducks are on that list, are you? Even a University of Oregon alumnus, who didn't want me to use his name, admits Duck fans can get out of control.
"At Autzen Stadium in Eugene, many male Duck fans get super drunk and get rude and nasty to opposing team's fans," he says, "and many end up misbehaving and disrespecting others.
I don't expect sports fans to sit in their seats and quietly clap during a game, but is the family-friendly atmosphere gone? You tell me, I haven't been to a Husky game yet this year.
For many years 97.3 KIRO FM Sports Director Bill Swartz was a Husky sideline reporter, but he "watched the Washington debacle" from the stands Saturday.
Fans around him were "well behaved," Swartz says. A few other things were annoying though - namely how difficult it was to move around the building with congestion at the concession stands and bathroom areas. It was also a challenge getting to, and leaving the game.
"We parked on campus and they didn't let you drive back through campus to the West," Swartz says, "Had to drive north on 15th all the way up to Northgate before you can head out to 5. Unbelievable."
And then there's the score - 56-21 - which made it a frustrating day for a lot of people.
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A Virginia chiropractor who treated members of the Capitals hockey team pleaded guilty to misdemeanor steroids charges in Florida. Douglas Nagel, 50, who had offices in the same Arlington, Va., mall complex as the Capitals' practice facility, was placed on three years of probation and ordered to perform 200 hours of community service.
Nagel pleaded guilty to eight counts of attempted possession of a controlled substance, a misdemeanor. Nagel's attorney, Luke Lirot, said the judge withheld formal adjudication of guilt, meaning that Nagel will not be formally convicted of a crime if he successfully completes his probation.
Lirot said the plea and reduced charges were possible because the "ensuing investigation showed that Dr. Nagel had not provided any substances to any sports figures, teams, or any other person, and accepted responsibility for his personal use of the substances from the very beginning of the investigation."
Capitals players Matt Bradley, Shaone Morrisonn and Eric Fehr admitted receiving chiropractic treatment from Nagel but denied getting steroids from him. Nagel denied he ever distributed steroids and said the drugs he ordered from a Florida supplier were for personal use.
The supplier, Andrew Thomas, had told investigators Nagel had boasted the steroids were for pro athletes. Thomas was sentenced earlier this year to eight months in federal prison.
Police also expressed skepticism that the quantity of steroids ordered by Nagel were for personal use.
AROUND THE HORN
NBA: A federal appeals court revived the Securities and Exchange Commission's insider-trading lawsuit against Mavericks owner Mark Cuban, saying it was "plausible" he knew he was not supposed to sell stock in a company to avoid a loss after receiving confidential information. The case was sent back to a lower court in Dallas for further discovery and, if necessary, a trial. ... Raptors top draft pick Ed Davis was recovering after undergoing arthroscopic surgery to repair a meniscus tear in his right knee. Davis, who was injured playing basketball last Wednesday, is expected to sidelined up to six weeks.
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By Josh Sumner
The Wauneta Breeze
As hot summer days distill into cool autumn evenings, signs of fall swirl in the serene Nebraska air.
Soon our senses will be treated to the aroma of chili simmering on the stovetop. The leaves on maple trees will crisp and chameleon from emeralds to apricots.
Baby Boomers, Gen X’ers and Digital Natives will bridge the gap between timelines as they press close under blankets and layers of sweatshirts.
Those without the fear of frostbite will paint letters on their chest and yell from the nosebleeds in support of their beloved high school, collegiate or pro football team.
Fall and football — no two seasons go more hand-in-hand.
Here in Nebraska, where the Cornhuskers are the closest thing to a professional sports team, football season is doubly important.
From Bridgeport to Falls City, the locals have patiently waited more than eight months for Big Red football, and now they wait no more.
Over 85,000 fans crammed inside Lincoln’s Memorial Stadium on Saturday for the season opener as the Huskers crushed Western Kentucky 49-10. It was the 305th consecutive sellout at the heralded “Cathedral of College Football.”
While they wait for the next game against Idaho to kickoff on Saturday, diehards debate their first impressions of the performance of the team.
“Is new quarterback Taylor Martinez the real deal?” asks one farmer to another.
“Will the Blackshirt Defense be as effective when challenged by the formidable offenses of teams like Texas, Oklahoma State and Missouri?” questions a UNL alumnus.
Yes, Husker football will be the talk of the state for the next several months.
And although it will always be at the forefront of conversation, it’s not just Husker football with which Nebraskans are obsessed.
Regionally, it’s also Mavs football, and Lopers football, and Wildcat football, and Eagles football, and Tigers football. Locally, the conversation will bounce between the Broncos, Longhorns, Cardinals, Bison and the like.
I’ve observed the knowledge and passion Nebraska football fans possess when they speak. Simply put, they know what they’re talking about. They aren’t the type of fan that will jump down your throat when they disagree with you.
Calmly, confidently and with a certain degree of grace, fans can explain to you why they believe the Huskers are the team to beat this season. Reminiscent of the Nebraska athletic director, head coach and players whose attire is scarlet and cream, they exemplify the adage of letting their actions do the speaking.
Yes, football season is upon us here in Nebraska. Join me as I sit back and enjoy the ride.
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ACC
Andre Ellington, RB, Clemson vs. Presbyterian
So much for missing C.J. Spiller. Ellington rushed 12 times for 122 yards and two scores against North Texas, and the Tigers face another patsy in Presbyterian this week. Expect more of the same from Andre in Week 2.
Anthony Allen, RB, Georgia Tech at Kansas
Allen was given a small workload in Week 1 because South Carolina State was putting such an unusual emphasis on stopping Georgia Tech’s inside runs, but it’s unlikely that Kansas will be as eager to see Josh Nesbitt and Roddy Jones run for 175 yards and five touchdowns. Allen should get more opportunities this week.
Sit
Damien Berry, RB, Miami at Ohio State
Berry had a nice opening week against lowly FAMU, rushing six times for 45 yards while also hauling in a 32-yard touchdown from Jacory Harris. However, the No. 2 Buckeyes await in The Horseshoe this week, having held Marshall to 44 yards on the ground last week. Combine that with Miami’s gigantic running back committee, and Berry is someone to avoid.
Jermaine Thomas, RB, Florida State at Oklahoma
Thomas found the end zone in last week’s laugher over Samford, but rushed eight times for just 31 yards overall in FSU’s 59-6 rout. Oklahoma will clearly prove a far tougher opponent, and Thomas will have to deal with OU’s freakish athleticism on the defensive front. As a result, don’t expect Thomas to have much success this week against the Sooners.
Big 12
Start
Scotty McKnight, WR, Colorado at California
McKnight is as fundamentally sound and consistent as any receiver in the country. He opened 2010 with six catches for 78 yards and a touchdown against Colorado State, and we bet he’ll put up similar (if not better) numbers against a California team that figures to force Colorado to play catch-up.
De'Vion Moore, RB, Missouri vs. McNeese State
With Derrick Washington dismissed from the squad, somebody needs to shoulder the rushing load for the Tigers. Though Kendial Lawrence was supposed to be that guy, it was Moore who led the way with 78 yards on 16 carries in Mizzou’s 23-13 win over Illinois. Both backs figure to get plenty of touches against McNeese State this week, though Moore has looked far more impressive thus far and could eventually steal the starting job away.
Sit
Cody Johnson, RB, Texas vs. Wyoming
In true Mack Brown fashion, the Texas coach has already flip-flopped on whom would be Texas’ starting runner. Though Johnson started and had 59 yards on the ground against Rice, it was Tre Newton who found the end zone three times and heads into Week 2 as starter. With Fozzy Whittaker also in the mix, Johnson may not be a reliable source of fantasy points, even against Wyoming next week.
Johnathan Wilson, WR, Kansas vs. Georgia Tech
This was supposed to be Wilson’s breakout season with Kerry Meier and Dez Briscoe no longer around. However, former QB Todd Reesing is also gone, and Kale Pick and Jordan Webb were woeful against FCS opponent North Dakota State. The Kansas passing game is one to avoid until somebody shows they can throw the ball with some consistency for the Jayhawks.
Big East
Start
Armon Binns, WR, Cincinnati vs. Indiana State
The Zach Collaros Era didn’t exactly start off with a bang for the Bearcats, as Cincy surprisingly lost to Fresno State. Still, with Mardy Gilyard gone, Binns is the top target for the Bearctas and should have a field day against a school most known for having Larry Bird as an alumnus.
Joe Martinek, RB, Rutgers at Florida International
Martinek was solid against Norfolk State last week, going for 109 yards and a touchdown on 20 carries. Florida International’s defense isn’t likely to slow him down any.
Sit
B.J. Daniels, QB, South Florida at Florida
Daniels is normally a great option, but not this week against the mighty Gators. Though UF’s offense sputtered last week, its defense looked in midseason form, forcing four turnovers and showing no ill effects from the losses of Joe Haden and Brandon Spikes. As such, Daniels’ athleticism may be held in check this week.
Delone Carter, RB, Syracuse at Washington
Carter is the best offensive player for the Orange and showed it last week with 26 rushes for 91 yards against Akron. But Washington’s offense might leave Syracuse in a cloud of dust early on, forcing the Orange to abandon Carter and the running game.
Big Ten
Start
Denard Robinson, QB, Michigan at Notre Dame
Anyone who watched Connecticut’s sad attempt to slow Robinson last week is sold on the second-year quarterback. He threw for 186 yards and rushed for 197 more last week, and he made it look easy. He looked to be in midseason form, and is poised for another solid outing against Notre Dame. But make no mistake—it won’t be as easy for Robinson. Notre Dame coach Brian Kelly won’t get caught off guard like Connecticut was.
Montee Ball, RB, Wisconsin vs. San Jose State
Although Ball is the backup to John Clay, it’s probable that the backups will see plenty of work against San Jose State. Ball took 16 carries for 79 yards and two touchdowns against UNLV last week, so expect something similar this week.
Sit
Robert Bolden, QB, Penn State vs. Alabama
Bolden shined last week, albeit against Youngstown State. His line: 20-for-29, 239 yards and two scores. His reward? Playing the No. 1 team in the nation the next week. This is not the time to go with the true freshman
Le'Veon Bell, RB, Michigan State vs. Florida Atlantic
Bell rushed for 140 yards and two TDs on ten carries last week against Western Michigan, but 75 of those yards came on one carry. Furthermore, the Spartans should get Larry Caper back this week against the Owls, and fellow running back Edwin Baker rushed 17 times for 117 yards and another score. As a result, Bell’s productions should be reduced this week.
Conference USA
Start
Austin Davis, QB, Southern Miss vs. Prairie View A&M
The Golden Eagles plan on airing it out this season, and Davis has freak WR DeAndre brown at his disposal. Prairie View A&M is not exactly the same as playing South Carolina, either.
Damaris Johnson, WR, Tulsa vs. Bowling Green
Johnson is a versatile threat who can score from anywhere on the field. With nearly 300 all-purpose yards last week, he is a must-start nearly every week, but particularly against Bowling Green.
Sit
Jonathan Davis, RB, UCF vs. NC State
Davis had his way filling in for Brynn Harvey last week against South Dakota, rushing 20 times for 107 yards and a touchdown. It will be no cakewalk this week though, as Davis will have to navigate against superior athletes from the ACC.
Orleans Darkwa, RB, Tulane vs. Ole Miss
Darkwa scored three times last week, but don’t bet on a C-USA athlete facing an SEC squad—even one that lost against Jacksonville State a week prior.
Independents
Start
Ricky Dobbs, QB, Navy vs. Georgia Southern
Dobbs was a touchdown machine in 2009, but was largely bottled up against Maryland in Navy’s Week 1 loss to Maryland. He should be able to run wild against Georgia Southern this week, though.
Sit
Dayne Crist, QB, Notre Dame vs. Michigan
Crist was efficient in Notre Dame’s victory over Purdue, completing 19-of-26 passes for 205 yards and a touchdown. However, the Irish had success running the ball, and Michigan gave up 138 yards on the ground last week to Connecticut. Combine that with a new offense for Crist, and it may be better to wait on him for a few weeks.
MAC
Start
Eric Williams, RB, Ball State vs. Liberty
Williams racked up 105 yards on 20 carries and found paydirt against SE Missouri State last week. Though fellow back Cory Sykes also found the end zone twice, Williams got more carries, and Liberty does not figure to be a particularly difficult opponent.
Zac Dysert, QB, Miami (OH) vs. Eastern Michigan
Dysert had a rough outing against Florida last week, but the Eastern Michigan defense will be a whole lot nicer to him. Look for a big game here, as Dysert showed potential as a freshman last year and ought to make the most of this good matchup.
Sit
Jacquise Terry, RB, Kent State at Boston College
Although he’s listed as a running back, Terry doubles as a receiver for Kent. And last week it was Terry, and not standout teammate Tyshon Goode, who stole the show against Murray State, taking 15 touches for 103 yards and two scores in the victory. However, with Boston College looming, Terry will likely go back to relative anonymity, at least for this week.
Jerry Davis, QB, Buffalo at Baylor
Davis had a nice tune-up against Rhode Island, torching the Rams for 302 yards and four TDs. The odds are, however, he won’t find things as easy against a Big 12 opponent.
MWC
Start
Matt Asiata, RB, Utah vs. UNLV
Despite tearing his ACL less than a year ago, it was Asiata who received the bulk of the carries for the Utes in their 27-24 OT victory and not fellow stablemate Eddie Wide. Asiata averaged 4.2 yards per carry against a stellar run defense, and should find plenty of space against the Rebs.
J.J. Di Luigi, RB, BYU at Air Force
Di Luigi put up nice numbers against Washington last week, totaling 152 yards from scrimmage and a touchdown. Air Force’s defense is tougher than Washington’s, but their run-heavy offense will force BYU to give Di Luigi more touches in an attempt to control the clock.
Sit
Austyn Carta-Samuels, QB, Wyoming vs. Texas
While Carta-Samuels is one of the best-kept secrets in college football, and torched Southern Utah to the tune of 26-for-32 for 319 yards and three scores last week, the Longhorns are nowhere near as friendly to opposing quarterbacks.
Jake Heaps, QB, BYU at Air Force
Heaps will be a star one day for BYU, but for now, he is splitting time with Riley Nelson and will go up against an Air Force defense that was among the best in the land just one season ago.
Pac-10
Start
Ryan Whalen, WR, Stanford vs. UCLA
Quarterback Andrew Luck is a fantasy beast this season, and Whalen could see the most targets should Chris Owusu struggle to come back from injury. Whalen caught 57 balls for 926 yards and four TDs in 2009.
Keenan Allen, WR, Cal vs. Colorado
Allen proved a dynamic multi-purpose threat in Week 1, hauling in four balls for 120 yards and a touchdown while also running three times for 38 yards and another score. The Golden Bears will find ways to get the ball into the exciting freshman’s hands.
Sit
Greg Nwoko, RB, Arizona vs. The Citadel
It appears as though starter Nic Grigsby and backup Keola Antolin are both healthy, which was not the case in 2009 when Nwoko saw some extended playing time. As a result, even against The Citadel, Nwoko is not the best play.
Johnathan Franklin, RB, UCLA vs. Stanford
Franklin has a chance to make a name for himself this season, but UCLA might fall behind too early to give him many rushing attempts this week. The Bruins might have no
choice but to air it out constantly before the first half ends.
SEC
Start
Jeffery Demps, RB, Florida vs. USF
Demps was Florida’s most effective runner against Miami (OH), and he should have a secure workload heading into this game given the struggles of Chris Rainey and Emmanuel Moody last week. South Florida’s defense isn’t what it used to be, as former starters Jason Pierre-Paul (DE), George Selvie (DE), Kion Wilson (LB) and Jerome Murphy (CB) are all missing from this squad.
Joe Adams, WR, Arkansas vs. ULM
Quarterback Ryan Mallett gets the pub, and rightly so, but he’s got to have someone to throw to, right? Enter Adams, who caught seven TDs in 2009 and posted a monstrous six-catch, 138-yard, two-touchdown performance in Week 1 against Tennessee Tech. Expect more of the same against a Sun Belt opponent.
Sit
Jeremiah Masoli, QB, Mississippi at Tulane
Masoli split snaps with Nathan Stanley in the opener, as Stanley tossed three touchdowns and the former Oregon QB did not find the end zone. The timeshare does not bode well for Masoli, who accumulated just 138 yards in a 49-48, 2OT loss.
Zac Stacy, RB, Vanderbilt vs. LSU
Stacy rushed nine times for 69 yards and a score in Week 1, though that was against Northwestern. The Tigers yielded just 24 yards rushing on 33 carries to North Carolina last week, and as such, Stacy makes for an extremely poor play.
Sun Belt
Start
Lance Dunbar, RB, North Texas vs. Rice
Just a friendly reminder for those of you who happened to take Dunbar out of your lineup for his 178 total yard output against Clemson: leave him in the rest of the season. He is an extreme darkhorse Heisman candidate.
Derek Lawson, RB, Arkansas State at Louisiana-Lafayette
Despite getting pummeled 52-26 by Auburn last week, Arkansas State stuck with Lawson on the ground, giving him 16 carries. Against a far lesser UL-Lafayette defense, Lawson should find another solid workload and figures to turn it into nice numbers.
Sit
Jeff Van Camp, QB, Florida Atlantic at Michigan State
Don’t expect a repeat of last week’s 252-yard, three-TD performance against the likes of the Big Ten’s Michigan State. Sun Belt athletes just aren’t built for the BCS.
Jerrel Jernigan, WR, Troy at Oklahoma State
See directly above. Jernigan is awesome, but will likely be the focus of the Oklahoma State defense. If you’re in a Sun Belt-only league, however, you probably invested too high of a pick for Jernigan to leave him out of this matchup.
WAC
Start
DeMarco Sampson, WR, San Diego State
Move over, Vincent Brown, you’ve got company. Sampson caught seven balls for 179 yards against Nicholls State last week, and should find more room to roam against New Mexico State. Brown and QB Ryan Lindley also make good plays in the high-flying Aztec offense.
Vai Taua, RB, Nevada vs. Colorado State
Taua won’t have to share the ball with Luke Lippincott this season, making him the featured back in the high-octane Nevada offense. He scored twice in Nevada’s season- opener against Eastern Washington.
Sit
Nathan Enderle, QB, Idaho at Nebraska
What a difference a week makes. Enderle’s 311-yard, three-touchdown masterpiece against North Dakota will seem like an eternity ago once the Cornhusker defense gets through with him.
Lennon Creer, RB, Louisiana Tech at Texas A&M
The Aggies hardly have anything better than an average BCS defense, but that’s still enough to crush the average WAC opponent. The Louisiana Tech offense struggled against Grambling last week, so we’re steering clear of all of them for now.
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