It's the start of a new college football season,  and everyone is excited about where their team is going to end up in the rankings.  Below are my rankings based on what I've read and what I expect from these teams this upcoming season.

1. Alabama:  Defending national champs.  The Crimson Tide have the most talented roster in the nation and one of the best head coaches of all time.  Once they pick a starting quarterback, there will be no question about their chances of repeating.  
2. Georgia:  Defending SEC champions and bringing back a ton of starting talent; the only difference between them and a national championship was the young quarterback that may be the new starter at Alabama.  If they can beat the runner-up hangover, the Bulldogs should be right back in it.  
3. Clemson: With an NFL-caliber defensive line and a talent-rich roster, head coach Dabo Swinney once again will be trying to lead this team to qualify for the college football playoffs in a loaded ACC.  
4. Washington: Chris Petersen has been described by some as a mad genius, but all agree he's probably  the best coach in the Pac-12.  Washington has been a title contender ever since he assumed control of the roster, and that should continue in the start of his 5th season.  
5. Wisconsin: Wisconsin football is synonymous with running backs and offensive linemen, and they have that in spades this season with Heisman candidate Johnathan Taylor leading their ground attack. Only a sophomore, Taylor should only be bigger, stronger, and faster this season.  
6. Oklahoma:  No Baker? No problem.  New starting quarterback Kyler Murray will be look to lead the Sooners to another playoff berth.  Murray is already a Heisman candidate and a future professional baseball player.  He should put up huge numbers this season.  
7. Miami: Despite the late season struggles, the overall very talented roster has returned for another season under head coach Mark Richt.  The now-famous turnover chain will be passed around frequently to these intimidating and talented defenders, specifically the safeties and linebackers who turned down 1st round status in the NFL draft to come back and try to finish the job they started last year.
8. Ohio State:  Ubran Meyer is a piece of shit.  He's also a great football coach.  They're a good team.  
9. Penn State:  With running back Saquon Barkley now in the NFL, the load now falls to quarterback Trace McSorley to lead this team to Big Ten title contention.  The offense is explosive, the defense is opportunistic, and this quarterback knows how to win in clutch situations.  
10. Auburn: The rushing attack created by head coach Gus Malzahn has set records for years, and now that there is a legitimate quarterback on the roster, the Tigers are primed to contend in the ever-dangerous SEC.  
11. Michigan: This season is head coach Jim Harbaugh's make or break season; he's entering his 4th season at the Big House, and he has never received an extension past that 4 year honeymoon period no matter where he's worked.  The Wolverines are counting on him to finally beat a big school like Ohio St. or Michigan St. for the first time, and this time, his job may be on the line.  
12. Notre Dame: Not really sure how Brian Kelly still has a job, but while he's still the head coach, Notre Dame will contend for a top 25 spot.  The Fighting Irish will attempt to finish this season with 10+ wins, and they may have the roster to do it.  
13. Michigan State: Another scumbag school.  Also in the Big Ten.  What a coincidence.  They're also really good at football.  
14. USC:  Even though their starting quarterback will likely be freshman J.T. Daniels, the defense is full of talent that will be starting on Sundays in the very near future.  The Trojans may not finish in the top 10, but they most certainly will vie for Pac-12 dominance in a very competitive conference.  
15. Stanford: Running back Bryce Love could've gone to the NFL and been a high draft pick, but he elected to return and help Stanford win the suddenly loaded Pac-12.  With Love and head coach David Shaw, they are a legitimate candidate for a playoff spot if they win the conference.  
16. TCU: Head coach Gary Patterson and his patented 4-2-5 defense will look to make a statement in a conference full of offensive juggernauts.  
17. Florida State: New head coach Willie Taggert will lead this team and look to contend in the top heavy ACC.  His spread no huddle offense requires a quick and decisive quarterback, and they're hoping Deondre Francois is the man for the job.  
18. Mississippi State: I can't decide if they're a good team or a lucky team.  This squad beat LSU and pushed Bama to the brink of a loss, but lost to Ole Miss and Auburn.  Whichever team decides to show up this season is anyone's guess.  
19. West Virginia: This team is a bit of a surprise; they have a surprisingly good defensive squad in a conference full of spread offenses, and their own offense can keep up with most teams.  Don't be surprised if this team manages to pull off a major upset or two.  
20. Virginia Tech: Blacksburg on a Saturday night in October?  I can't think of a tougher place to get a win, especially against this team.  Frank Beemer's legacy is alive and well with current head coach Justin Fuente's squad.  The Hokies are defensively sound all around and have a great quarterback in sophomore Josh Jackson. 
21. UCF: Undefeated national champs.  'Nuff said.  
22. Texas: Is Texas football back?  People have been wondering that for the last 4 years.  Tom Hermann was brought in as the head coach to finally make the change, and the Longhorns are looking for their big return to national contention.  
23. Oklahoma State: Competing with Oklahoma every season isn't easy, but head coach Mike Gundy IS A MAN.  This team will be able to contend in the Big 12 only if Gundy can duplicate his magic from last year's 10 win season.  
24. LSU: Easily the second most talented roster in the SEC, LSU would be higher on this list if not for the fact that they never have a legit quarterback.  They consistently have excellent defensive backs, linebackers, and running backs, but they need to coach up their current starter if they want a chance to make an impact this season.  
25. Oregon: Oregon used to be the cream of the crop in college football; then defensive coordinators figured out how to slow down a read option offense.  Since then, they've been trying to recapture that spark they once had.  Hopefully this season proves that they can continue to compete.

This is my top 25 rankings.  Am I right?  Am I completely wrong?  Let's discuss on Twitter.  

After overall disappointing 2017 seasons, the Oakland Raiders and the San Francisco 49ers both finished 6-10, with Oakland stumbling after a playoff season in 2016 and San Francisco finding a new star quarterback in former Patriot Jimmy Garoppolo.  In the coming draft on April 26th, San Francisco picks 9th overall and Oakland picks 10th.  Below, I'll highlight both team's needs and make an attempt to predict the best players to fit those needs at the 9th and 10th picks.  

It seems like former head coach (and current Michigan head coach) Jim Harbaugh took all of the best players with him when he left San Francisco in 2014.  At one point before Harbaugh left, the 49ers boasted one of the most athletic and talented rosters in the entire NFL.  Unfortunately, due to retirements, failed draft classes, and free agency issues, there has been a mass exodus of talent from the team.  Second year head coach Kyle Shanahan and second year GM (and future Hall of Fame safety) John Lynch have done a good job rebuilding the roster in their first full year together, and they hope to continue with another strong draft class this year.

Needs: LB, DB, WR, OL

Trumaine Edmunds, LB, Virginia Tech
In today's NFL, defenses have to be just as quick and agile as the offenses they have to stop.  Look no further than All-American linebacker Trumaine Edmunds, one of the most explosive and athletic players in this year's draft.  He is truly the next step in the evolution of linebackers in the modern NFL.  10 years ago, he would've been a very large box safety rather than the super agile linebacker he is now.  Edmunds can play inside or outside linebacker, depending on the needs of the team, and his athleticism and versatility will make him a longtime asset for whatever team picks him.  He can rush the passer, stop the run, and play pass coverage, making him a true three down linebacker.  Given Reuben Foster's recent legal issues and apparent lack of an NFL future, the 49ers may want to invest early in a new leader for their defense.  If Edmunds is the pick, he'll be given an opportunity to lead their young and hungry defense, and his versatility will make him a star.  

Minkah Fitzpatrick, DB, Alabama
​Just like Edmunds, Fitzpatrick represents a new breed of defensive players who can play multiple positions and slide seamlessly into any defense, negating an offense's attempt at creating mismatches by going no-huddle or moving players around the formation like chess pieces.  Praised as one of head coach Nick Saban's most reliable players during his time at Alabama, Fitzpatrick has the leadership ability and the competitive drive to help reestablish a winning culture in the San Francisco locker room.  His ability to play a multitude of defensive back positions during his time in college should translate well to the NFL, where he played both safety positions, slot (nickel), outside cornerback, and even some weakside linebacker/safety hybrid, or "star" position.  If he's the pick, the 49ers will be selecting one of the most versatile  and capable defenders available to them.

Derwin James, DB, Florida State
Heralded by some FSU fans as the next Sean Taylor due to his combination of size and ability to play safety (*cough cough* HELL NO), Derwin James was one of the most impressive athletes to play for the Florida State Seminoles, proving himself by being named a 2015 freshman All-American.  However, injuries slowed him down, suffering a torn meniscus in 2016 and a slow and semi-productive 2017. Given his athleticism and ability to move around on the defense, James would be a great pick for a San Francisco defense looking to replace free safety Eric Reid after he was allowed to leave via free agency.  James's ability to play both safety positions and maybe even a weakside safety/linebacker hybrid make him a weapon for any defensive coordinator.  

Stop me if you've heard this before: the Raiders need defensive help.  I know, I know, it's hard to believe given Khalil Mack's Defensive Player of the Year award at the conclusion of the 2016 season.  Oakland has a few stars on defense (Mack, defensive end Bruce Irvin, and safety Karl Joseph), but if they want to contend for the playoffs and possible Super Bowl consideration, they'll need players like these to help them make the leap.

Needs: LB, DB, DT, LT

Roquan Smith, LB, Georgia
​Winner of the Butkus Award, given to the best defensive player in the nation, Roquan Smith has displayed the ability to make plays all over the field from his position as a "Mike" linebacker in the defense.  Sideline-to-sideline agility, making plays in the run and the pass game, and displaying leadership qualities throughout his collegiate career would translate well to the NFL and the Oakland defense.  Although Mack is the legitimate leader and heart of the defense, Smith would fill the role of enforcer and playmaker that every great defense needs.  Brian Urlacher had Lance Briggs, Ray Lewis had Terrell Suggs and Ed Reed, and Khalil Mack could sure use a Roquan Smith.  

Trumaine Edmunds, LB, Virginia Tech
​As stated above, Edmunds represents a more agile and athletic linebacker than the prototype from 10 years ago.  He brings speed, agility, and playmaking ability that would make any defense instantly better, and frankly, the Raiders need all three of those.  If available, Edmunds could be the playmaking linebacker behind a defensive line that includes Irvin and Mack, allowing one of them to get free and make a play in the opposing team's backfield.  I think he'd look good in Silver and Black, don't you?

Minkah Fitzpatrick, DB, Alabama
As stated above, Fitzpatrick has the ability to play all over the defense and make plays in either safety position, in the slot as a nickelback, or as an outside cornerback.  He's one of the most versatile playmakers in this draft, and versatility and playmaking is something the Oakland defense has been sorely lacking.  Coached by one of the best in the business, he would bring leadership and drive to the locker room.  If he's available, Oakland would continue a recent trend of loading up on 1st round talent on the back end of the defense, allowing him to join safety Karl Joseph (2016) and cornerback Gareon Conley (2017).  






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These are my thoughts on the 49ers and Raiders first round picks.  Agree? Disagree? Am I completely wrong?  Let's discuss on Twitter.  

It's almost that wonderful time of year again: college football playoff season!  Last weekend, plenty of upsets and last second losses shook up the Top 10 rankings, meaning the match-ups this weekend will result in A LOT of interesting debates and determine the final Top 4 rankings.  These rankings will decide who gets to enter the College Football Playoffs and compete for a national title.  Below, I'll break down the games that I believe will have the most impact on the playoff rankings, and predict my top 4 teams after Championship weekend.

Time for a good old fashioned SEC rivalry rematch, courtesy of the Deep South's Oldest Rivalry.  The Georiga Bulldogs are coming into this game looking both for vengeance and to spoil their rival's playoff chances after losing to the Auburn Tigers earlier this season.  UGA lost their #1 ranking to Auburn in a game that can really only be described as an ass kicking.  Auburn won the turnover battle, bottled up UGA's potent ground game, and confused the Bulldogs' young quarterback in a game that needed some help from the passing game in order to compete, resulting in a resounding victory.  

Come Saturday, the two teams will play in a neutral site game in Atlanta, GA for the SEC title and a guaranteed seat in the Playoffs.  UGA Head Coach Kirby Smart was brought in to help build this team based on his coaching pedigree (longtime defensive coordinator and mastermind under Nick Saban at Alabama), while Auburn's Gus Malzhan has long been regarded as an offensive genius, building the offense that propelled Cam Newton to a Heisman and National title in 2010, and then competing for another a few seasons later in 2014.  This game should come down to these coaches returning to their coordinator roots and trying to outthink the other.  

UGA has built a Saban-esque engine that is trying to learn how to dominate opponents and maintain a certain level of physicality all game.  The offense, guided by a tandem of young quarterbacks, relies on their stable of running backs to grind out tough yards, get first downs constantly, and generally carry the offense.  On the other side, their defense, constructed by Smart to mirror Saban's own juggernaut, man-handling opponents all season long and generally owning the line of scrimmage.  Smart had long been revered as Saban's heir apparent, and it's obvious why.  Now, he just has to exorcise a certain demon that likes to wear visors and dad khakis.  

Auburn under Malzhan has developed a knack for weird wins in really big games.  There was the tipped Hail Mary against UGA, and then there was the 109 yard kick return for the Iron Bowl win over Alabama (Praise the Kick Six!!!), and then there's this entire season: a transfer quarterback from Baylor named Jarrett Stidham, who sat out basically all of last season, has earned the starting job and has been a revolution for the Tigers, stringing together win after win in the hellhole that is the SEC, beating UGA once and defeating heavyweight favorite Alabama in the annual rivalry game.  Of course, he's had help from an always impressive rushing attack and a surprisingly resurgent defense, but Stidham has been the story of the season.  Malzhan has been iffy when it comes to finding and recruiting a quarterback of his own, but a transfer like Cam Newton or Stidham usually bears fruit for his Tigers.

This game will come down to UGA's ability to keep the ball out of Stidham's hands by controlling the tempo with turnovers on defense and a conservative rushing attack by the offense.  Kirby Smart will need to mix up defensive looks and confuse Auburn, otherwise it'll be another long day for a defense that loses its teeth when they get tired.  My prediction: Auburn 24, UGA 17.  

Interestingly enough, these two teams actually don't have a lot of history playing against one another. Unfortunately the last time they played, Clemson won 56-0.  The defending national champs Clemson Tigers are going to play the #7 ranked Miami Hurricanes for a seat in the playoffs, and this game will feature two aggressive, angry defenses led by some of the best defensive coordinators in the country.  They  force turnovers, they hit hard, and pretty much everyone is going home with a black eye.  Basically, good championship-level football.  

Miami's head coach Mark Richt, current recipient of the ACC coach of the year award, has brought the swagger back to The U.  A team desperate for identity since 2002, this year's team has been defined by the "turnover chain", a celebratory chain given to the player who forces a turnover for the U.  It's gaudy, it's heavy, it's huge, but it's very Miami.  It's something the teams of the 80s and 90s regularly wore every day, and that was the goal defensive coordinator Manny Diaz set for himself and his players: regain the swag and the energy of those great teams.  The talent has been there; Miami has regularly churned out NFL talent for decades, but the performance on the field hasn't matched up with the draft pedigree.  Diaz and the defense are the backbone of this young team, and they'll be leaned on big-time Saturday just as they have been all season.

It's weird to think that Clemson is the defending national champions.  No one has really mentioned it in the last 3 months or so.  They've been regarded almost as a fringe playoff team despite literally just winning the national title game against Alabama.  Maybe that's a testament to the talent recruited by head coach Dabo Swinney and his staff.  Clemson lost star quarterback Deshaun Watson, star receiver Mike Williams, starting running back Wayne Gallman, several defensive stars at several positions, all to the NFL by the way, and they still were ranked in the top 5 all season long.  That's impressive, especially given the relative inexperience of the players forced to step up and become starters this season.  Clemson has faced a regular roster turnover over the last 5 seasons, yet they are consistently in the conversation for title contention.  The defense, coached by future head coach Brent Venables, has suffered the most turnover on the team, but has probably been the most impressive part of Clemson's team.  They find success not with talent, but through talent and defensive scheming.

In a game featuring two extremely talented defenses that can force turnovers and stifle offensive tempo, the wild card will which quarterback can survive the longest.  Clemson's Kelly Bryant has the unfortunate job of following the legend that is Deshaun Watson, but he's been up to the task so far this season, albeit with an injury scare or three.  Miami's Malik Rosier has been a phenom all season long, showing up in primetime in the big time moments and coming through for his team.  If Rosier can cut down on the turnovers and deliver the ball to the playmakers in the running and passing game, Miami should be able to grind out a win against an opponent that plays in a very similar manner.  My prediction: Miami 34, Clemson 30.

In a conference that has really beaten the crap out of one another all season long, there remains one undefeated team: the Wisconsin Badgers are riding a strong running game led by a freshman running back, helping them stay undefeated and ranked high in the playoff standings.  Ohio St., on the other hand, has suffered a couple of pretty embarrassing losses this season at the hands of Oklahoma and Iowa.  This game is rematch of similar seasons;  the Badgers have yearned for respect and scratched and clawed their way to an undefeated season in a season full of upsets and last second losses.  Ohio St. is hoping to play spoiler to Wisconsin's playoff aspirations, as well as possibly working their way back into the conversation.

Wisconsin is known for 3 things: growing uber-talented offensive linemen seemingly on trees, a fanbase that loves cheese almost as much as they love football, and a running back system that frequently churns out NFL-level talent.  Monte Ball, Melvin Gordon, and now Johnathan Taylor.  The true freshman has run for over 1800 yards in a pretty tough defensive driven division, and he's now a Heisman contender.  I think it's fair to say he will be the offensive focal point of the game plan.  This running game, complemented by defensive coordinator Jim Leonhard's chippy defense, has kept Wisconsin in game and gotten them out of some tough situations.  They're a Big 10 team after all, so passing the ball is still foreign to them.  

Ohio St. seems to just be getting by on Urban Meyer's name and his smarts as a coach at this point.  The team has had a roller coaster of a season, losing to teams like a title contender in Oklahoma and a giant-killer in Iowa.  Starting quarterback J.T. Barrett seems like he's been in college since 1978, and he's been a reliable starter since he came to the Big Ten.  But the redshirt senior has a huge setback ahead of him: after a knee injury suffered in a sideline incident against Michigan last week, Barrett quickly had corrective surgery with the intention of playing this Saturday.  To some, this is a sign of a tough football player, a gladiator who would do anything for his team.  To me, it's foolish and a recipe for disaster.  His knee will be targeted by a very aggressive defense and he won't be nearly as effective playing on one and a half legs.  Urban Meyer is one of the best offensive game planners ever, but I don't know what he's planning with this one.  The offense hinges on Barrett's ability to throw on the run and to be feared by the opposing defense as a threat in the option game.  None of that can happen if he's hobbled by a lingering knee injury.  

In a game dictated by physicality, a major injury to your starting quarterback is going to have a huge effect on the outcome of this one.  Wisconsin has been able to enforce their will on teams all season, and Ohio St.'s offensive line will have their hands full trying to protect their quarterback and his half a knee.  My prediction: Wisconsin 35, Ohio St. 14.  

Another rematch game that will affect the playoff outcomes?  Yes, please.  In the game 3 weeks ago, TCU was unable to keep up with, or even slow down, Baker Mayfield and the run-n-gun Oklahoma offense.  Mayfield is a Heisman front-runner with gaudy passing stats and an amazing supporting cast, and with the way this team is rolling, I'm not sure anyone can slow the Sooners down.  The Horned Frogs think they're up to the task, though, and have a few tricks up their sleeves for their next opponents.  

TCU head coach Gary Patterson, known for his innovation of the 4-2-5 defense and his team's defensive superiority in a conference that is almost completely devoid of defensive talent, has had his hands full with wide open passing attacks like Oklahoma's.  His defense is built to provide the front seven enough time to pressure quarterbacks by showing pre-snap alignments in one formation, and the secondary dropping into something completely different and creating confusion.  The defensive line is very capable of getting into the backfield and causing chaos, but with one of their starting safeties currently suspended for the first half of the game, TCU will need to depend on a rotation of pass rushers to get pressure on the elusive Mayfield and slow down this deadly passing game.  Quarterback Kenny Hill and the TCU offense make very few mistakes in a very methodical approach that's kept them in the top 10 rankings for the majority of the season.  A vengeance win over Oklahoma would make this season all the better.  If Hill can stay clean and prevent himself from making one too many mistakes, it could be the x-factor in a wild game.

Since Baker Mayfield arrived on campus after transferring from Texas Tech, Oklahoma's offense has never been the same.  His ability to make plays downfield and his elusiveness in the pocket has made him quite possibly the most dangerous offensive threat this season.  Mayfield plays with an edge that Oklahoma hasn't seen since Brian Bozworth left for the NFL.  He gets insulted, gets disrespected, and he deals it right back out.  His offensive line is full of NFL talent, his receivers are all capable of getting open against the best defensive backs, and he knows how to score and score quickly.  Unfortunately, he doesn't play defense, and that can hurt him in this game.  Like I mentioned, the Big 12 doesn't like defense.  The team is capable of the occasional turnover or forcing a punt or two, but leaning on them to keep you in the game is asking for trouble.  

Oklahoma is made to win shootouts, not compete with defensive juggernauts, so they'll need to score early and often to win this game.  TCU is made to beat you with a superior defensive effort and a mistake-free offensive attack.  If Mayfield can keep himself upright and throw the ball downfield like he wants, Oklahoma should walk into the playoffs.  My prediction: Oklahoma 42, TCU 24.

Based on my predictions, we'll be looking at a postseason that features the SEC Champ Auburn, ACC Champ Miami, Big Ten Champ Wisconsin, and Big 12 Champ Oklahoma.  If I had to rank them, I'd say:
#1 Auburn
#2 Oklahoma
#3 Wisconsin
#4 Miami

Since the playoffs are tournament style, #1 Auburn would play #4 Miami, and #2 Oklahoma would play #3 Wisconsin.  We'll wait until next week to break down the actual playoff rankings and games.

These are my picks for championship weekend, am I completely wrong, or do you agree?  Continue the conversation on Twitter!

--JAJ

On Saturday November 11th,  The 8-1 Notre Dame Fighting Irish (#3 in the CFP rankings) will travel to Hard Rock Stadium in Miami and play the #7 Miami Hurricanes (8-0) for a chance to secure a spot in the College Football Playoffs in January.  This game, bearing obvious playoff implications for these teams, harkens back to a decades old rivalry that has usually resulted in the winner going on to compete for a National Championship.  There is a lot of bad blood between these teams, and this game should come down to the wire.  Two hard-nosed defenses, a couple of very experienced coaches, and the possibilities for an instant classic ? Count me in.  

I personally hate the title "Catholics vs. Convicts" that has come to represent this rivalry series due to its obvious racial overtones.  I hate the history behind that title and the blatant media bias towards the "Catholics" and the vilification of the "Convicts".  I can't change history, and I can't change how the media perceives certain ethnicities.  

​The rivalry originated in the 80s during the years of Miami's dominance under head coach Jimmy Johnson; Miami grew to become a national powerhouse, competing nationally with schools like Oklahoma, Nebraska, Penn St., and, of course, Notre Dame.  Because this school of majority minority student-athletes, who happened to listen to rap music and dance after every big play, challenged the notoriously Irish Catholic tradition that is the University of Notre Dame, the media had a field day labeling the U as the "Convicts" opposing their darling "Catholics".  

The teams had lots of success throughout the years, resulting in national championships, bowl game wins, and Hall of Fame careers for players and coaches on both sides.  Both teams have had amazing highs, years of horrible lows, and now, a sudden resurgence in the national spotlight.  Below, I'll break down each team's successes and how they've managed to get to this point of the season.  

The popular saying goes: "The U invented Swagger."  While that phrase became popular due to the dynasties of the 80s and the early 2000s, it has started to gain new life with head coach Mark Richt's current team of Hurricanes.  With the the offense making big plays downfield and the defense flying around, making big hits and forcing turnovers, the U is regaining its swagger from years past.  One way the defense is causing excitement around the nation is with the now famous turnover chain.  Whenever a defender forces a turnover, the lucky player gets the gold turnover chain, emblazoned with a diamond encrusted "U".  The turnover chain has the defense extra motivated to finish every play, and since defense wins championships, the U is willing to bet on their turnover chain to continue making magic for their suddenly dominate defensive squad.

Notre Dame has had a history of hard running on offense and tough front seven play on defense, and they are exemplifying that this season.  Josh Adams is headlining a dangerous backfield that is averaging over 300 yards on the ground per game, resulting in hard fought physical wins and only one loss to the #1 team in the nation, the University of Georgia.   Notre Dame has relied on that running game and a sneaky good defense to get them in position to win games, and head coach Brian Kelly is hoping this squad can help him keep his job.  With only Miami and Stanford left on the schedule, Notre Dame is hoping their formula for winning will get them back into the national spotlight for the long run.  

This game is going to come down to Miami's run defense slowing down Notre Dame's rushing attack.  With Miami's defense allowing little more than 17 points a game, Notre Dame's going to have to rely on it's dubious passing attack to gain valuable yards and get some points. On the other side of the ball, Miami's got a young quarterback leading their offense, but he's played well in primetime so far this season; Notre Dame's defense is allowing only 18 points a game, and the Hurricane offense is going to need to string together more first downs and big plays to get through that physical Fighting Irish front seven.

In a hard-fought game, highlighted by tough defensive stands and five total turnovers, I see Miami coming out on top, final score 27-17.  The defense hands out the turnover chain to key stars in the linebacker unit and secondary after they force 3 turnovers, including a pick 6 by the high-flying defensive backs, and Miami gets to celebrate in South Beach with a top 5 ranking in the next installment of the CFP rankings.   

Here we are again, at everyone's least favorite day of the week, Monday. A week ahead but there's a light at the end of the tunnel with a Friday off, but I am here to talk about a much more important topic: We have to change the name of Monday. First off, it's 3 letters off from mundane, its already the start of the work week, and everyone already jokes how shitty it is. There is a precedent for name changes, we've got Friday going to Friyay so why cant Monday get a rebranding? Anyways, Monday's suck and have terrible marketing.

Ps. Why does Garfield hate monday's? He's a cat, all days are literally the same.