deskgameStopping the triple option can be difficult, especially when a team is missing two of its top players. All-American LB Danny Stutsman led the Sooners with 110 tackles and safety Billy Bowman Jr. was fourth. Both have left the team to prepare for the NFL Draft, and the Sooners’ defense will sorely miss their veteran presence.
deskgameNotre Dame quarterback Riley Leonard hands the ball off to running back Jeremiyah Love, left, during the first half against Georgia in the quarterfinals of a College Football Playoff, Thursday, Jan. 2, 2025, in New Orleans.
deskgameThe Longhorns only surrender 105 rushing yards per game, and it’ll be a long day for the Sun Devils if Skattebo can’t find room to run. Texas would be happy to force Arizona State to air it out against a defense that ranked second in the FBS against the pass. The Longhorns (41 sacks) are great at pressuring the QB.
deskgameNotre Dame quarterback Riley Leonard runs the ball during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Southern California, Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, in Los Angeles.
deskgameCam Thomas is leading the way for Brooklyn in scoring at 23.8 points per game. He ranks second in the league in free throw percentage, at a 90.4% clip. Nic Claxton remains a steady presence down low, as he leads the Nets with 7.7 rebounds and 1.2 blocks per game. Last season, he averaged 2.1 blocks per game, so expect that average to increase. If he can play through a back injury, Brooklyn will be better equipped to handle Towns.
