Checking In On The College Football Season

I'm still catching my breath after Miami's thrilling victory at Florida State, a 38-34 win made possible by an outstanding breakout performance by our young QB Jacory Harris (Yes, I use the word 'our' when I talk about Miami sports. Sue me.) It was a great night for the team and a gutsy showing that will hopefully lead a big season.

FSU didn't help the appearance of the win, however, by nearly losing to Division 1-aa Jacksonville State at home this evening. The Seminoles had to come back at the very end to pull it out. They were a couple minutes from me needing to call my Nole friends to make sure their heads were still out of the oven. Not sure what happened there, but the money is definitely on BYU when the Noles head westward to play them next weekend.

There were some nice upsets today, with Houston's high-wire slashing of #5 Oklahoma State the biggest one so far. A great offensive display by the ever-dangerous Cougars.

Florida is looking excellent, much to my chagrin. They gashed a Troy squad that's usually very speedy and competition. I still think the Gators lose a couple this year, but until I see them beat someone by less than 50 points, I guess I'll have to sit on that prediction. Man, I hate the Gators.

As I write this, USC and Ohio State are locked in a very close and exciting game at the Horseshoe, and now I'm off to catch the end of that one. The college football season is off and running, and with a great win by the Canes already in the books, I'm feeling the fever.