But interesting debate i've heard. Let's say the game is close, and both LSU and Alabama continue being undefeated. If both Oklahoma State and Stanford lose, what should happen? Will Boise finally get their chance at a title game? Could we see a rematch? Will Oregon or Oklahmoma be able to jump in to the discussion if they don't lose a game the rest of the way? I personally think it all depends on how Boise looks down the stretch, if they win in style the rest of the way, they should get in. However if they keep looking like they did against Air Force, I could easily see and probably would allow a 1-loss (to LSU mind you) Oregon in the championship game.
But really it's impossible to project how the rest of the season will play out, and how the voters will see it.
But interesting debate i've heard. Let's say the game is close, and both LSU and Alabama continue being undefeated. If both Oklahoma State and Stanford lose, what should happen? Will Boise finally get their chance at a title game? Could we see a rematch? Will Oregon or Oklahmoma be able to jump in to the discussion if they don't lose a game the rest of the way? I personally think it all depends on how Boise looks down the stretch, if they win in style the rest of the way, they should get in. However if they keep looking like they did against Air Force, I could easily see and probably would allow a 1-loss (to LSU mind you) Oregon in the championship game.
But really it's impossible to project how the rest of the season will play out, and how the voters will see it.
Boston_Boyy
Part of it depends on the matchups. If LSU beats Bama, then Oregon probably won't make it, as I don't see a rematch as likely. A 1-loss Oklahoma or Okie State would probably make it over an undefeated BSU. BSU's chances also hinge on how UGA finishes the season. If UGA goes undefeated the rest of the way and plays respectably in the SECCG, then BSU's chances go up.
They're not the underdog. Alabama is a 4.5 point favorite in Vegas.
wow really? LOL i'd figure #2 would be an underdog. It doesn't make anysense that you'd be rated number 1 and be underdogs against number 2. Oh well, changed my mind, LSU ftw.
They're not the underdog. Alabama is a 4.5 point favorite in Vegas.
wow really? LOL i'd figure #2 would be an underdog. It doesn't make anysense that you'd be rated number 1 and be underdogs against number 2. Oh well, changed my mind, LSU ftw.
I guess because they're playing at home. Though fairly or not rankings are often based on what type of season a program is having rather than just purely on how good a team is. I mean did anyone really believe Clemson was the 5th best team last week before losing to Georgia Tech? No, I would hope not. But they were undefeated, and thus ranked behind 4 other undefeated teams
They're not the underdog. Alabama is a 4.5 point favorite in Vegas.
Boston_Boyy
wow really? LOL i'd figure #2 would be an underdog. It doesn't make anysense that you'd be rated number 1 and be underdogs against number 2. Oh well, changed my mind, LSU ftw.
I guess because they're playing at home. Though fairly or not rankings are often based on what type of season a program is having rather than just purely on how good a team is. I mean did anyone really believe Clemson was the 5th best team last week before losing to Georgia Tech? No, I would hope not. But they were undefeated, and thus ranked behind 4 other undefeated teams Home field is worth 3 pts So they think they are 1.5 pts better...still the 'favorite'
But interesting debate i've heard. Let's say the game is close, and both LSU and Alabama continue being undefeated. If both Oklahoma State and Stanford lose, what should happen? Will Boise finally get their chance at a title game? Could we see a rematch? Will Oregon or Oklahmoma be able to jump in to the discussion if they don't lose a game the rest of the way? I personally think it all depends on how Boise looks down the stretch, if they win in style the rest of the way, they should get in. However if they keep looking like they did against Air Force, I could easily see and probably would allow a 1-loss (to LSU mind you) Oregon in the championship game.
But really it's impossible to project how the rest of the season will play out, and how the voters will see it.
GamerForca
Part of it depends on the matchups. If LSU beats Bama, then Oregon probably won't make it, as I don't see a rematch as likely. A 1-loss Oklahoma or Okie State would probably make it over an undefeated BSU. BSU's chances also hinge on how UGA finishes the season. If UGA goes undefeated the rest of the way and plays respectably in the SECCG, then BSU's chances go up. I think a lot of this is true. However, I still wouldn't rule out an LSU/Alabama rematch in the championship game IF; LSU lost in a close game, and Oklahoma St and Stanford lost. I really do like Boise, but LSU's only loss was the #1 ranked team in the nation on the road, I really think you'd have to take them.
I think a lot of this is true. However, I still wouldn't rule out an LSU/Alabama rematch in the championship game IF; LSU lost in a close game, and Oklahoma St and Stanford lost. I really do like Boise, but LSU's only loss was the #1 ranked team in the nation on the road, I really think you'd have to take them. Boston_Boyy
Oh, and how about no? I better never see a team go to the championship game without winning their conference.
[QUOTE="JML897"]If that was a Big Ten game everyone would be talking about how awful the Big Ten is >_> Seriously, that game sucked. andyboiii
and no disrespect to the great defenses but the offenses suck. I hope Andrew Luck and Stanford make it to the championship game and destroy them You really think Stanford can play with them? Both Alabama and LSU would have to pull their starters by the 3rd quarter. Same as any Big Ten team. Best bet would be Oklahoma or MAYBE Boise State (because of coaching).
[QUOTE="andyboiii"][QUOTE="JML897"]If that was a Big Ten game everyone would be talking about how awful the Big Ten is >_> Seriously, that game sucked. GamerForca
and no disrespect to the great defenses but the offenses suck. I hope Andrew Luck and Stanford make it to the championship game and destroy them You really think Stanford can play with them? Both Alabama and LSU would have to pull their starters by the 3rd quarter. Same as any Big Ten team. Best bet would be Oklahoma or MAYBE Boise State (because of coaching). I like Boise but it's getting hard to argue for them at this point. They struggled against Air Force, and are currently sturggling against UNLV. OU is without Broyles so that knocks them down a few notches. However I still think they will beat Oklahoma State, but still will need an insane last few weeks from the teams in from of them to get into the National championship picture.
[QUOTE="andyboiii"][QUOTE="JML897"]If that was a Big Ten game everyone would be talking about how awful the Big Ten is >_> Seriously, that game sucked. GamerForca
and no disrespect to the great defenses but the offenses suck. I hope Andrew Luck and Stanford make it to the championship game and destroy them You really think Stanford can play with them? Both Alabama and LSU would have to pull their starters by the 3rd quarter. Same as any Big Ten team. Best bet would be Oklahoma or MAYBE Boise State (because of coaching). Oklahoma are you kidding me? they wet the bed every single year and didn't they lose already this year? I think Boise can definitely hang with them along with Stanford. Unlike Oregon who disappointed the Pac 10 last year, Stanford actually has a legit QB and offense
[QUOTE="GamerForca"][QUOTE="andyboiii"] and no disrespect to the great defenses but the offenses suck. I hope Andrew Luck and Stanford make it to the championship game and destroy themandyboiii
You really think Stanford can play with them? Both Alabama and LSU would have to pull their starters by the 3rd quarter. Same as any Big Ten team. Best bet would be Oklahoma or MAYBE Boise State (because of coaching). Oklahoma are you kidding me? they wet the bed every single year and didn't they lose already this year? I think Boise can definitely hang with them along with Stanford. Unlike Oregon who disappointed the Pac 10 last year, Stanford actually has a legit QB and offense idk about Boise anymore. I'm typically a diehard proponet of their case, but they're currently sturggling against UNLV, and didn't look great against Air Force to say the least. They're still a BCS team if they run the table, no doubt. But it's getting pretty hard to see them in the title game. I agree with Stanford though, I think they run the table, OkSt. loses to OU, and we end up with a very good LSU/Stanford NC matchup.
[QUOTE="andyboiii"][QUOTE="GamerForca"][QUOTE="andyboiii"] and no disrespect to the great defenses but the offenses suck. I hope Andrew Luck and Stanford make it to the championship game and destroy them You really think Stanford can play with them? Both Alabama and LSU would have to pull their starters by the 3rd quarter. Same as any Big Ten team. Best bet would be Oklahoma or MAYBE Boise State (because of coaching). Oklahoma are you kidding me? they wet the bed every single year and didn't they lose already this year? I think Boise can definitely hang with them along with Stanford. Unlike Oregon who disappointed the Pac 10 last year, Stanford actually has a legit QB and offense Outside of the Texas Tech game, Oklahoma has been impressive. Stanford, outside of Luck, just isn't that good. Their best win is against an average USC team in OT. I don't see it.
idk about Boise anymore. I'm typically a diehard proponet of their case, but they're currently sturggling against UNLV, and didn't look great against Air Force to say the least. I agree with Stanford though, I think they run the table, OkSt. loses to OU and we end up with a very good LSU/Stanford matchup.Boston_Boyy
that's the scenario that I hope happens
Outside of the Texas Tech game, Oklahoma has been impressive. Stanford, outside of Luck, just isn't that good. Their best win is against an average USC team in OT. I don't see it.GamerForca
they have a solid receiving corp, good o-line, strong run game and decent D. once they man handle Oregon they're going to show why they're one of the best teams in the country
they have a solid receiving corp, good o-line, strong run game and decent D. once they man handle Oregon they're going to show why they're one of the best teams in the country
andyboiii
I don't see their running game doing much against LSU's front seven. LSU's secondary would own Stanford's receivers. With Jim Harbaugh as coach, I think they'd have a shot, but he's gone. And the 3 times I've seen them play, I haven't seen anything that makes me think they can stay within 4 TDs of LSU or Bama. If they really manhandle Oregon, I might reconsider. Till then....
[QUOTE="JML897"]If that was a Big Ten game everyone would be talking about how awful the Big Ten is >_> Seriously, that game sucked. andyboiii
and no disrespect to the great defenses but the offenses suck. I hope Andrew Luck and Stanford make it to the championship game and destroy them Nope, Stanford's defense isn't good enough and LSU's defense is too good.
I'm looking at the ref and saying "that was an interception?" and the Bama coach for still playing that guy with the busted ankle. Why did they keep using the kicker that missed? Then the guy who dropped that fade route by the 10, this was their game to lose at home and they lost it.
I'm looking at the ref and saying "that was an interception?" and the Bama coach for still playing that guy with the busted ankle. Why did they keep using the kicker that missed? Then the guy who dropped that fade route by the 10, this was their game to lose at home and they lost it. X360PS3AMD05
Dude started to lose possession to the LSU DB before he hit the ground. Even if it wasn't, payback for the horrible no interception call last time LSU played at Alabama.
[QUOTE="X360PS3AMD05"]I'm looking at the ref and saying "that was an interception?" and the Bama coach for still playing that guy with the busted ankle. Why did they keep using the kicker that missed? Then the guy who dropped that fade route by the 10, this was their game to lose at home and they lost it. bleehum
Dude started to lose possession to the LSU DB before he hit the ground. Even if it wasn't, payback for the horrible no interception call last time LSU played at Alabama. It doesn't work like that, if anything, they didn't have irrefutable evidence to overturn the call. But I don't think that was a interception.
I was rooting for Alabama, but I'm glad they lost after Saban didn't try and score at the end of the 4th quarter. They absolutely controlled the whole game, LSU couldn't drive the ball at all. But LSU obviously had the better kicker on the two teams and you choose to go to overtime where you know it's going to be decided by your kicker? Stupid.
[QUOTE="bleehum"][QUOTE="X360PS3AMD05"]I'm looking at the ref and saying "that was an interception?" and the Bama coach for still playing that guy with the busted ankle. Why did they keep using the kicker that missed? Then the guy who dropped that fade route by the 10, this was their game to lose at home and they lost it. Master_Live
Dude started to lose possession to the LSU DB before he hit the ground. Even if it wasn't, payback for the horrible no interception call last time LSU played at Alabama. It doesn't work like that, if anything, they didn't have irrefutable evidence to overturn the call. But I don't think that was a interception. It absolutely works like that. He didn't have possession, the ball was taken from him.
[QUOTE="Master_Live"][QUOTE="bleehum"] Dude started to lose possession to the LSU DB before he hit the ground. Even if it wasn't, payback for the horrible no interception call last time LSU played at Alabama.bleehum
It doesn't work like that, if anything, they didn't have irrefutable evidence to overturn the call. But I don't think that was a interception. It absolutely works like that. He didn't have possession, the ball was taken from him.He was agreeing with you... he just thinks the receiver was down before the ball was taken. He agrees that the ref made the right call
Alabama still ahead of Stanford and Boise State: LOL BCSmonkeytoes61
Actually, look at those 3 team schedules and I can see the rational. Standord just need to beat Oregon. Boise? Maybe they should play more than 1 good team per year.
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