The brutal schedule for the Bruins could bring them surprising success or lots of disappointment. UCLA will get a shot at USC at home for its finale, and even though I can't see them pulling off the rivalry upset this year, I think they are heading in the right direction.
Key Position: Defensive Line
Predicted Record: 6-6
T7. Arizona Wildcats: The Cats are a team that you just don't know what you are going to get each week. One game they look sharp and the next they look lackadaisical, but this year must yield success or coach Mike Stoops will probably get the boot.
The offense is led by senior QB Willie Tuitama, who is considered to be the class of Pac 10 quarterbacks by some analysts. Although Tuitama may light up the stat sheet, he has yet to have success in the W-L columns, which is what matters most.
The offense should put up a lot of points with talents like WR Mike Thomas, but this side of the ball has to carry the team. The Arizona defense is anything but threatening to opponents because of the lack of talent.
Look for Pac 10 opponents to pound the Wildcats with the running game, which will have coach Stoops screaming all season long.
Key Position: Linebacker
Predicted record:5-7
T7: Washington State Cougars: The Coug's look to find teams underestimating them on the football field this season and take advantage. The big question for the offense is who will be able to fill the shoes of Washington State all-time leading passer Alex Brink.
If things can sort out at the QB position then the ball can be given to RB Dwight Tardy who looks to break loose all year up in Pullman. The speedy target of WR Brandon Gibson should put up big numbers if they can get him the pigskin.
The defense will probably struggle this year because of a secondary that is one of the worst in the Pac 10. If the defense can develop at all three levels, look for the Cougars to pull off an upset or two along with taking the Apple Cup.
Key Position: QB
Predicted Record: 5-7
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