West Virginia surprised the nation when it beat Villanova through the air. That's right, the Mountaineers used their high powered spread offense through the air instead running the football. New coach Bill Stewart should be concerned, though.
The Wildcats offense was put up good numbers against the Mountaineers defense. In fact they gained more total yards than West Virginia.
10. Texas
Despite three late hits on Colt McCoy, the Texas Longhorns rolled right along past lowly Florida Atlantic. Texas may not have had the most impressive win this week but they showed they were as solid a team as ever.
They balanced the run and pass well with 271 passing yards and 232 rushing. The defense was not overpowering but it got progressively better as the game went on.
11. UCLA
The Bruins struggled mightily in their game. The Volunteers fought and battled the whole game and it came down to a field goal in overtime and Daniel Lincoln for Tennessee missed.
The Bruins came back from throwing four interceptions in the first half to rally in the second. UCLA may have struggled in this game, but look for them to bounce back and surprise No. 15 in the rankings Brigham Young.
12. Auburn
Auburn has always played with a certain style. Against the Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks, it was no different.
The Tigers were able to get their usual ground game going with a rushing attack that ran for 321 yards. The defense and special teams also accounted for the first two touchdowns of the game.
13. Texas Tech
The Eastern Washington Eagles' task was simple: score more than the Red Raiders and they would win the game. Well, its safe to say easier said than done.
Graham Harrell threw for 536 yards with three touchdowns en route to a 49-24 victory. To be fair the Eagles made some plays, but just not enough to keep up with Texas Tech.
14. Wisconsin
The Badgers ran, ran, ran. Wisconsin had a solid running game with 404 rushing yards, led by PJ Hill with 210 yards on the ground.
They ran their game plan to near perfection if it hadn't been for some untimely turnovers. But the Badgers had a good overall game on the offensive and defensive side of the ball.
15. Oregon
Despite losing a quarterback, the Ducks looked confident in their season opener. It could be a good year for Oregon. The have an exciting balanced offense and a fast defense. They showed a little preview in against Ty Willingham's floundering Washington team.
16. Kansas: Set a new attendance record as they beat Florida International 40-10.
17. Utah: Beat what was supposed to be an improved Michigan team.
18. Arizona State: They beat up Northern Arizona threw the air on a way to a 30-13 victory.
19. Penn State: Coach Paterno got his 373rd victory against Coastal Carolina.
20. Fresno State: Fresno State came in and beat Rutgers in Rutgers Stadium.
21. South Florida (USF): The Bulls came out strong with a 56-7 win.
22. California: Battled a tough Michigan State team proving too much for the Spartans.
23. Eastern Carolina: Surprised the entire nation by beating Virginia Tech at their own game with a touchdown off a blocked punt to win it.
24. Boston College: Chris Cane takes over and leads the Eagles to a victory over Kent State.
25. Clemson: They are maybe the most talented team in the country, but so far that hasn't translated into wins.
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