deskgameDid I mention this year’s Pop-Tarts Bowl features a high-quality matchup between a pair of 10-win teams that narrowly missed the CFP? Iowa State has never won 11 games in a season. Miami’s last 11-win campaign came in 2003.
deskgameFew teams are looking hotter around the NFL than the Philadelphia Eagles. The addition of Saquon Barkley has paid off for the offense, and Jalen Hurts (22 total touchdowns) is back to playing efficiently.
deskgameThe Tide’s difficult non-conference schedule should have it ready for the step up in competition against SEC foes. Alabama has already squared off with Purdue, Illinois, Houston, Oregon, North Carolina and Creighton.
deskgameExpect top effort from Hawkins Jr., who can use the Armed Forces Bowl as an audition to be the Sooners starter in 2025. Before all the transfers and opt-outs, Oklahoma’s offense ranked last in the SEC in passing yards per game. Hawkins Jr.’s ability to make plays with his legs is a saving grace, considering the Sooners have no pass catchers with more than 300 yards.
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