deskgameHead coach Brent Venables is defensive-minded and should have a solid plan of attack against the triple option. Even with a downsized roster, Oklahoma still has more talent on its sideline. The final score will come down to how the fresh faces perform and how quickly the defense adjusts to an unfamiliar scheme.
deskgameA.J. Brown is also dealing with an injury and missed practice earlier this week. The Eagles will need their leading receiver to make a Super Bowl run, and Brown being less than 100% should impact Hurts’ production.
deskgameThe fifth-ranked Crimson Tide started the season with a tough non-conference schedule and cruised to an 11-2 record. The highlight wins over Illinois, Houston and North Carolina should go a long way as Alabama gears up for SEC play.
deskgameGov. Murphy and Commissioner Kaitlan Baston of the Department of Health have been sued by casino workers who simply want to breathe clean air like every other worker in New Jersey. The governor and commissioner should not defend this injustice. They could – today -- agree that casino workers (and patrons) deserve safety and health like everyone else under the New Jersey Constitution, which prohibits corporate favors and guarantees equal protection.
deskgameOats’ up-tempo offense has resulted in almost 13 turnovers per game, and no SEC team allows more points than Alabama (77.2). Ball security is an area that needs improvement, which should also prevent easy buckets for opponents.
