Alabama – Yes, they played better than anyone else this week. They played an excellent team in Florida State and they came out on top with defense and special teams. I will be the first to say that our offense needs to improve and it will, but give credit where it is due, we could not run on FSU with consistent success, so we could not execute properly. I liked what I saw though, as I predicted and said Hurts has greatly improved, he is running less and going through his progressions, and Daboll is not afraid to take shots. Hurts and Ridley are going to be sick this season. I really like our schedule right now; these two cupcakes will allow our offense to make the improvements it needs to make. It is going to be a long time in the season before we face a challenge like that.
FSU – They took the best team in the nation to the wire in the first half, and they have an amazing team. I was mostly impressed with their defense. Their season will be over though if Francois is gone.
This was a tossup for me, but I must give it to Clemson. It appears, they did not lose a single step with losing Watson. Yes it was a terrible team, but they scored at will and their defense stepped up. Again, if Francois is injured I see them returning to the playoffs, if not then I see FSU beating them in a close game, we will see.
Oklahoma – They played lights out, offensively and defensively. I think they will beat OSU, Baker is truly amazing, and he deserves the Heisman if they can stay undefeated, which I think they can.
Michigan – I will be the first to admit that I was wrong about them. They did not lose a single step with the loss of their entire defense, and they have a solid defense, and good offense as well. They are my favorite to win the Big Ten, I would love for Bama to get a shot at them.
LSU – They struggled at times, but they came out on top, and their defense will be top 5 again. Etling has improved, and become the game manager they need, and I cannot say enough about Guice. As per usual, the winner in November will be the team that represents the West in the SECCG and playoffs.
Georgia – Welcome back Georgia.The new QB was lighting up that defense when they were struggling, and brought balance to an already good offense. Kirby Smart defense will make them a real threat and favorite to win the East.
Auburn – Defense was solid and offense looks good with the QB. They will not beat Bama, but they should cover a lot this season.
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