With SEC Football back today, there are now 6 FBS conferences playing. Big Ten, Mountain West, and Pac-12 have officially announced their returns. The season now seems like it is here to stay so here is the first post of the season. With shortened seasons of mainly conference play, how will the committee select 4 playoff teams? Will Covid cause any key games to be canceled? It will be an interesting ride this season.
UPSET WATCH
West Virginia over Oklahoma State
The Cowboys offense was very underwelming last week against Tulsa and needs to step up if they want to win today. The Mountaineers are looking to pull the upset in Stillwater. Their offense looked great against Eastern Kentucky but the Cowboys are a much better team. Can the Cowboys bounce back after last week's performance?
South Carolina over Tennessee
Opening Day for the SEC and the Gamecocks are ready to beat a ranked Tennessee team. The Vols need to prove their pre-season hype and not fall victim to an upset. With the excitement in the air, can the Gamecocks start the SEC season 1-0?
Louisville over Pittsburgh
The Cardinal's defense did not look great against Miami and the Panthers offense struggled against Syracuse. Louisville is looking to bounce back against Pittsburgh as this is the biggest test for the Panthers so far. Will it be the Pitt offense or Cardinal's defense that shows weekly improvement?
Army over Cincinnati
This game could have a lot of offense. Both teams have not been tested yet with wins over inferior opponents. The Black Knights have been sharp on defense so far but have not faced an offense like the Bearcats. Will it be a shootout or defensive battle?
Georgia Southern over Louisiana
Louisiana almost lost to Georgia State last weekend as their target gets bigger this week. The Eagles would love to beat a ranked opponent. The Ragin Cajuns need to start strong today otherwise there might be a repeat of last week.
Weekend Picks
Score Projections:
Oklahoma 45, Kansas State 14
Florida 28, Ole Miss 17
Florida 28, Ole Miss 17
Auburn 38, Kentucky 24
UCF 56, East Carolina 21
Louisville 34, Pittsburgh 27
Louisville 34, Pittsburgh 27
Louisiana 27, Georgia Southern 20
Tulane 30, Southern Mississippi 17
SMU 40, Stephen F. Austin 21
Georgia Tech 21, Syracuse 17
LSU 41, Mississippi State 24
Texas 37, Texas Tech 21
Cincinnati 42, Army 34
West Virginia 28, Oklahoma State 27
Georgia 35, Arkansas 7
Virginia 30, Duke 10
Alabama 34, Missouri 14
Alabama 34, Missouri 14
Miami 35, Florida State 10
South Carolina 27, Tennessee 21
Virginia Tech 27, NC State 17
Baylor 42, Kansas 14
BYU 38, Troy 24
BYU 38, Troy 24
BLOWOUT ALERT OF THE WEEK PROJECTION:
Texas A&M 42, Vanderbilt 7
SNOOZE FEST OF THE WEEK PROJECTION:
Boston College 28, Texas State 7
PAINT DRIER OF THE WEEK PROJECTION:
TCU 17, Iowa State 10
TOILET BOWL OF THE WEEK PROJECTION:
UL- Monroe 31, UTEP 21
