By Dean Lowery ’27, Alex Jessey ‘28, Benjamin Ross ’28, Joe Parmigiani ‘28, Christian Arnold ‘28
Introduction
Georgia acquired it finished once they wanted to, taking down the Volunteers 31-17 this previous Saturday. Moreover, we noticed BYU take a large loss to Kansas, of all groups. This week will put a ton on show, most notably the noontime kick between the Buckeyes and Hoosiers. It is exhausting to consider that the choice will occur in a bit over two weeks.
Three Large Video games
#5 Indiana @ #2 Ohio St., Columbus, Ohio, Ohio Stadium
As talked about earlier, the B1G has been ready for this recreation it looks as if for weeks. The winner of this recreation is sort of actually going to be becoming a member of Oregon within the championship recreation, with potential #1 seed within the playoff stakes on the road.
Keys for the Hoosiers: We’ve been ready for this one for some time. Indiana has been flawless and dominant this season, however this might be their first true problem. A spot within the playoff is on the road for the Hoosiers, together with a chance to show to the nation that Coach Cignetti is constructing one thing particular in Bloomington. All eyes are on Indiana, however in actuality, they don’t have anything to lose. Present up in Columbus, play their recreation, and the Rourke-led Indiana staff has an opportunity to earn the largest win of their historical past.
Keys for the Buckeyes: In OSU’s matchup in opposition to Oregon, QB Will Howard choked underneath strain within the ultimate moments. With an opportunity at redemption right here, and a chance to lock up a visit to the B1G Championship Recreation, the Buckeyes might be trying to Howard for management and execution in opposition to a rolling Indiana staff. With the gang on their facet, execution is the secret. Efficient drives on offense and difficult protection might be sufficient for Ohio State to emerge as a real candidate for the nationwide title.
#14 Brigham Younger @ #21 Arizona St., Tempe, Arizona, Mountain America Stadium
Large recreation for the Large XII. Arizona St. has the prospect to leap into the playoff dialog, as they’d transfer forward of BYU within the standings and take the ultimate spot within the Large XII title recreation for the second. BYU additionally will get an opportunity to bounce again after a disappointing loss at Kansas.
Keys for the Cougars: BYU had a agency grip on the playoff, however a loss to Kansas derailed these hopes. With Colorado gaining momentum, now’s the time for BYU to point out the Large 12 what they’re fabricated from. In the event that they need to be taking part in come January, the Cougars have to win out, and this gained’t be a straightforward job. Competing in opposition to a powerful ASU staff with momentum on their facet, BYU’s robust protection wants to come back to play, they usually’ll have to put some factors on the board to stabilize what may find yourself as a meltdown for the ages.
Keys for the Solar Devils: Momentum. The most effective participant any staff can have, and proper now he’s taking part in for the Solar Devils. Coming off an upset over ranked Kansas State, ASU hosts BYU with a three-game win streak. Rising as a challenger within the Large 12, a win right here may put ASU in line for a shot on the Large 12 Championship. Using the wave into this one, the Solar Devils will want a stellar efficiency from star RB Cam Skattebo and powerful defensive play to come back out of this one victorious.
#19 Military @ #6 Notre Dame, Bronx, New York, Yankee Stadium
Ah, sure. Lastly. We get to see if the Black Knights are all-that. Let’s see what they’ll do.
Keys for the Black Knights: Play your model of ball. If Military is to have an opportunity at successful this recreation, it’s going to must be an unsightly one. They need to play their model of smashmouth soccer if they’re to emerge victorious. 40 minutes of possession and successful the turnover battle might be bellwethers for the Black Knights.
Keys for the Combating Irish: Overpower the opponent via the air. Riley Leonard has quietly
been one of the crucial constant quarterbacks this season, and Notre Dame can trip his arm to
the playoff with a powerful recreation this week.
Three Large Gamers
Travis Hunter, WR/CB, Colorado Buffaloes @ Kansas Jayhawks
STATS: 74 REC, 911 YDS, 9 TD, 3 INT, FF
WHY HE SHOULD BE THE HEISMAN: He’s been one of the best participant on a Colorado staff that wasn’t even thought-about a bowl-ready staff this 12 months and now is able to be within the Faculty Soccer Playoff. He’s finished it on each side of the ball, placing collectively one of the best two-way season since Charles Woodson in ’97.
Ashton Jeanty, RB, Boise State Broncos @ Wyoming Cowboys
STATS: 256 CAR, 1,893 YDS, 26 TD, 7.4 YPC
WHY HE SHOULD BE THE HEISMAN: He’s been essentially the most statistically dominant participant in faculty soccer this 12 months. He’s put up unimaginable stat strains, week in and week out. He’s additionally led the Broncos to a possible playoff beginning. The one downside is perhaps that this man performs on the West Coast.
Cam Ward, QB, Miami Hurricanes Vs. Wake Forest Demon Deacons
STATS: 3,494 YDS, 32 TD, 6 INT, 89.4 QBR
WHY HE SHOULD BE THE HEISMAN: He’s been one of the best quarterback within the nation, little doubt about that. He’s led comeback after comeback, and he has the Hurricanes in place to make a return to the Faculty Soccer Playoff. A robust end would make Ward robust to high in New York.
Three Groups to Watch
Effectively, properly, properly. Who’s going to occupy the coveted fifth automated bid? We’d begin utilizing the time period “Cinderella” in soccer.
#13 Boise State Broncos (9-1) @ Wyoming
The Broncos simply carry on going. In the event that they win out, they’re nearly assured a spot within the playoff. Moreover, issues may get tremendous fascinating if Military manages to win out and each Boise St and Military soar the Large XII champion.
#19 Military Black Knights. Cougars (9-0) @ #6 Notre Dame
Talked about above.
Sorry, however there isn’t a third staff. Seems like these are the final two standing.
Three Worth Bets (15-8-1 on the season)
Wake Forest (+24) @ Miami
Texas A&M (-2.5) @ Auburn
Colorado (-3) @ Kansas
