1) Mississippi – Well Eli Manning is the starting QB and this team looks to make some moves against some opponents. The biggest thing is if their offense can score enough points to cover what their undersized defense gives up. I think they will surprise one or two teams this year. Mainly I think the reason to watch them is to see what Eli will do at QB.

2) Penn State – Will Joe Pa get enough wins this year to be the all time winningest coach in Division 1 college football. I think he will keep an eye on the Nittany Lions.

3) Maryland – New coach Ralph Friedgen was an offensive genius while at Georgia Tech. Can he continue his ways in Maryland. only way to tell is watch. Personally I think it will be entertaining and I do believe this team might beat almost every spread against them this year.

4) UCLA – The Bruins are returning an awesome defense with Brian Poli Dixon, DeShaun Foster, and Cory Paus pnly problem was that the defense was a sieve last year. Can a year of experience help the defense recover this year to make that potent offense drive the team to many victories.  Keep an eye on em out there in California.

5) Colorado – This team is a year or two away from greatness but they have been on the right track for the past few years. Running Back Marcus Houston is back from injury and can make a big offensive impact. Remember this Colorado team has played Nebraska tight the past 2 years. They could sneak one in against the Huskers.

6) Middle Tennessee State – Offense, offense, offense. If you like the run and shoot and high scores you will love watching MTSU. This team will put up lots of points and when you take a look at the defense well let’s just say that they leave a mint on your pillow as you check out of their containment. Not exactly great D. Look for this team to surprise some people and keep some games close.