Lee Corso Travel: Where Planning a College Football Road Trip Is Easy, My Friend

Every week, there is at least one college football game that strikes national interest. If you had unlimited funds and resources to travel around the nation watching at least one college football game per week, where would you go?

That is the college football fan's dream, if you don't care to miss your own team's games in the process.

Basically what you get to do is choose your very own College GameDay site and be Lee Corso in your mind.

My choices and reasons will be displayed right here, right now. Maybe I'll see you there.

Thursday, Sept. 3

Troy @ Bowling Green

This game may seem like it is just another Sun Belt/MAC snooze fest, but anytime Troy is on the field, something exciting can happen.

Bowling Green QB Tyler Sheehan is also returning as one of the top passers in the MAC. He threw 20 touchdowns and completed 66 percent of his passes a year ago.

But Troy is going to put yet another spectacular defense on the field. Anchored by Bear Woods and Boris Lee, the Trojans will be very good throughout the year and could pull a few upsets along the way.

This one won't really be an upset, but it's going to be a great game to start off the year!

Saturday, Sept. 5

Alabama vs. Virginia Tech (Georgia Dome)

Was there ever any doubt about what game I would choose here?

This game is one of the biggest non-conference matchups of the season. With Alabama pretty much revamping their entire offense with new players and Virginia Tech now without their top running back, this one could be very interesting.

Tyrod Taylor will have to put the Hokies offense on his back, and with Alabama's secondary playing without Rashad Johnson, it could be a big day for Taylor. 

I believe the first team to make a big mistake will fall.

But if I could, I'd be there!

Saturday, Sept. 12

Notre Dame @ Michigan

Talk about two programs that need a big win early in the season.

Charlie Weis is in dire need of a great season to warrant the huge contract he received after underachieving in his last two seasons.

Rich Rodriguez needs to get a win at home just to get the monkey off of his back. Tate Forcier is supposed to be the next Pat White for Rodriguez, and hopefully for the Maize and Blue, RichRod will be able to adjust when something goes wrong.

Weis has a gem in Jimmy Clausen. Clausen is still one of the better quarterbacks in the nation despite his awful stats the last three years. Weis is going to be giving him the plays as well, which should boost the offense quite a bit.

Saturday, Sept. 19

Tennessee @ Florida

Is there anything else that needs to be said about this game? The real question is whether Tennessee can get enough stops to keep this one from looking like a one-sided Arena Football game.

I just want to see the coaches' handshake at the end, and I really want to see if one of two things happens: 1) Tennessee actually pulls the upset of the century, or 2) Florida hangs 70 on them.

Saturday, Sept. 26

Talk about a slim week. Week Five seems to be the week everyone decided to not play any fun matchups, but I am going to choose one to attend. I have unlimited funds and resources, remember?

Arizona State @ Georgia

This is UGA's second huge non-conference matchup, after they open the season at Oklahoma St. Arizona State will have played two tune-up games before traveling to Sanford Stadium.

With Dennis Erickson at the helm, Arizona State could come in and upset the Dawgs, but the real telltale sign will be whether UGA QB Joe Cox can perform well for the Dawgs.

If Cox can avoid Dexter Davis and get the ball to super sophomore A.J. Green, the Bulldogs should be able to keep this one in hand.

Saturday, Oct. 3

Clemson @ Maryland

I'll be honest, Week Six is about as bare as Old Mother Hubbard's cupboard. But this game should be fun to watch because the Terps and Tigers have had some fun battles in the past.

The Clemson offense is shaky right now, but the defense looks stout. Maryland's defense is up in the air, and their offense is as well.

If the Terps can replace a first round draft pick at WR and a depleted OL, then Maryland could be tough to beat for anybody.

Saturday, Oct. 10

Alabama @ Mississippi

This game is a battle of preseason top 10 teams. Ole Miss is supposed to challenge Alabama for the SEC West crown, and Jevan Snead is supposed to be the best pure QB in the SEC.

Alabama and Ole Miss have a lot to disagree about, and they are not the best of friends.

I wouldn't pass up the chance to be there!

Saturday, Oct. 17

Oklahoma vs. Texas (Dallas)

Wow, I would really like to see the USC/ND game, but who can pass up the opportunity to see a national championship game berth on the line? Last year this proved to be the talking point for one of the biggest arguments in the history of the BCS.

Amazing how OU always wins those arguments (2004/2008).

Texas and Oklahoma is the game of the year...again.

Saturday, Oct. 24

TCU @ BYU

Honestly, this should be the game that determines the MWC. I know about Utah, but I am not sure the Utes will get past either of these two teams. They barely did last year against TCU.

The Horned Frogs are as good as anyone in the mid-majors and better than a lot of majors.

BYU will have a lot of rebuilding to do, but the Cougars have not had to rebuild in a long time. They just reload.

If the offensive line comes around by this time, BYU will have a good shot at being the Cinderella team.

Saturday, Oct. 31

USC @ Oregon

If the Trojans are going to slip up, this is probably the time they do. The Ducks are as good as they have been in a while, and the Trojans are still as good as anyone in the nation.

I expect that Oregon will have to get LeGarrette Blount on the same page as the coaches, but if they do—watch out! USC is going to have a tough time stopping this offense.

Saturday, Nov. 7

Oklahoma @ Nebraska

How about this—even if Oklahoma wins the shootout, this game might be the reason they don't see the national title game.

Nebraska has one of the toughest defenses in the Big 12—not that that says a whole lot. But the Huskers will put the brakes on some good offenses, including the Sooners.

If Oklahoma wants to get to the national championship, they will have to go through Lincoln—and Huskers fans are glad to be in that conversation again.

Sunday, Nov. 15

East Carolina @ Tulsa

Say what you want about Conference USA, but they have some fun games to watch. It's not a secret than I am an Arena Football fan, and if you are as well, check this game out. It will be as close to an AFL game as you will see this fall.

In case you were not aware, Tulsa has had the top offense in the country for the last two years, and ECU has beaten some great football teams.

Be there if you can. I might even make the trip for real for this one.

Saturday, Nov. 21

Ohio State @ Michigan

Throw the records out. Throw the history out. This one is sure to be one of the best games of the college football year. RichRod has something to prove, and the sweater vest is looking to continue his dominance over the Wolverines.

Don't expect anything less than a slobberknocker, friends.

Friday, Nov. 27

Alabama @ Auburn

This one is personal. I don't technically root for either team, but I have always wanted to see the Iron Bowl in person. My dad saw every one from "Punt Bama Punt" in '72 to "The Kick" in '85.

I grew up a Bama fan, and my wife is an Auburn fan. It would be the one game I would just about skip anything to see.

With the way this offseason has gone, it would be a great one to watch!

Saturday, Nov. 28

UCLA @ USC

UCLA has a long way to go before they take back the city, but this season will be a step in the right direction. The Bruins have a lot to prove in L.A.

USC has to go away eventually, right? If the Bruins can keep this one within 20 points, it would be a good, fun game to see.

Saturday, Dec. 5

Wisconsin @ Hawai'i

Let's be honest, I'm not going so I can watch the football game. I'm going for a trip to Hawai'i, and the football game is just a plus on top.

But this one could be interesting, actually. Depending on how Wisconsin takes the trip, the Warriors might slip in on them, but I doubt it.

Saturday, Dec. 12

Army @ Navy

The great thing about this game? It's on December 12th! Only a week and a half before bowl games start! College football rocks!

If you've never watched this game on television, please do. Army and Navy is one of the most touching football games you'll ever see.

These men are football players today and soldiers tomorrow. If watching these kids doesn't give you chills, check your pulse.