Another College Football Preseason Top 25

David Williams by Senior Analyst Written on August 25, 2008
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At the very least, Carpenter will be getting rid of the ball quicker this year.  The Sun Devils have the best shot at unseating USC in the Pac-10 this year, but they have a history of laying down in big games. 

 

Coach Erickson’s crew will have a big test against Georgia on September 20th.  If they beat or play close to the Bulldogs, then they can compete with the best of them.

 

 

15. South Florida Bulls

 

6’4” 242-pound junior defensive end George Selvie—the reigning Big East Defensive Player of the Year—returns after amassing 14.5 sacks and 31.5 tackles for loss.  If anyone is looking for the next Glenn Dorsey or Terrell Suggs, this is your man. 

 

USF’s defense is inconsistent, but as long as they can stop West Virginia’s offense then they have the potential to play with any O.  USF will be tested early on against Kansas, so we’ll see what type of contender we have down in Tampa.

 

 

16. Tennessee Volunteers

 

The SEC East reigning champs boast new blood at quarterback with Jonathan Crompton and a solid run game, but can they compete with Florida this year?

 

 

17. IllinoisFighting Illini

 

The Fighting Illini are a true threat to compete for the Big Ten title.  If they get by Missouri during the first week, this could be a banner year for Ron Zook’s crew.

 

 

18. BYU Cougars

 

The trendy mid-major favorite, Brigham Young is the king of the Mountain West and could end up in the Fiesta Bowl if they go undefeated.

 

 

19. Alabama Crimson Tide

 

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