Does BCS Stand For “Boise Can’t Stay”?

Fans of the College Football Bowl season were spared a post-season stinker last Saturday when Oklahoma State was drubbed by Oklahoma 27-0 and saw its BCS aspirations dashed. Those in the know expected that State would receive a bid to the Fiesta Bowl; creating a matchup with one of the Big Ten’s overrated, weak sisters, Iowa or Penn State. Representatives of the Fiesta Bowl were prepared to snub an undefeated Boise State squad for the second consecutive year and completely ignore the Broncos’ heroics in their 2007 Fiesta victory over Oklahoma; possibly the best Bowl Game ever played.

It’s a ridiculous system employed by the NCAA when it comes to football. There are playoffs at every level except the highest, where multiple teams with unbeaten records are denied an opportunity to play for a title. That one of College Football’s most successful teams needed help to get an invite over a school with three losses is as ridiculous as it gets. We’ll count our blessings, however, that things broke the right way and saved Fiesta Bowl officials from their own stupidity.                                                                                                                        

Conference Championship Weekend

Five of the six BCS conferences will have their championships decided this weekend; three in conference title games and two by way of convenient scheduling. Only the Big Ten, wrapped up a few weeks ago by Ohio State, won’t crown a champ on Saturday. In addition, Army and Navy will battle for the Commander-in-Chief Trophy in Philadelphia while Johns Hopkins travels to Delaware for the Division III quarterfinals. Johns Hopkins? Read on.

SEC Football Championship: Florida vs. Alabama

This is the one we’ve waited for all year as the two schools have been ranked 1 and 2 for most of the season. The anticipation seems to have distracted fans from the fact that both have suffered lapses; especially the Crimson Tide. Florida football fans expect the world from QB Tim Tebow but will have the title delivered by the Gators’ dominating defense, especially if ‘Bama RB Mark Ingram can’t rebound from the bruised hip that limited him to just 39 yards vs. Auburn in the Iron Bowl.
Florida 23 – Alabama 13

ACC Football Championship Game: Clemson vs. Georgia Tech                                                 

Both teams come off disappointing losses in intra-state rivalry games; perhaps caught looking ahead to this rematch. Georgia Tech knocked off Clemson in Week 2 on a last second field goal that gave the Yellowjackets a 30-27 win. Clemson will look to RB C.J. Spiller to pull the upset but Tech’s Josh Nesbitt will lead his squad to the Orange Bowl.
Georgia Tech 34 – Clemson 27

Big 12 Football Championship Game: Texas vs. Nebraska

Heisman front runner Colt McCoy should have no trouble continuing the recent Texas football tradition of playing for a National Championship. While Nebraska has played well recently in capturing the Big 12 North title, they’ll be no match for the Longhorns.  Texas, currently enjoying its second week atop the CollegeSportsView.com Top 25, has barely been challenged in the Big 12 all season.  Saturday will be no different.
Texas 48 – Nebraska 20

Pac Ten Football Championship: Oregon vs. Oregon State

This year, the Civil War will determine who goes to the Rose Bowl. Ducks’ QB Jeremiah Masoli has emerged as the league’s most important offensive player after leading blowout wins over Cal and USC. A slip vs. Stanford served as a wakeup call, one that rang the alarm bell for Oregon’s run to Pasadena.  Their gutty, overtime win over a desperate Arizona squad on the road last week served notice as to the team’s resilience.  That they’ve managed to navigate such a tough conference without their best player, LeGarrette Blount, spells big trouble for Ohio State on New Year’s Day.   Besides, is there a college football fan anywhere that’s not waiting to see Oregon’s Rose Bowl uniforms?
Oregon 38 – Oregon State 34
 

Big East Football Championship: Cincinnati vs. Pittsburgh            

While Pitt took one on the chin vs. West Virginia last week in the Backyard Brawl, the loss had no impact on its Conference Title chances. Cincinnati QB Tony Pike returned to the starting lineup and celebrated with a school record six TD passes.  However, Cincy has surrendered quite a few points over the last two weeks and can’t help but be distracted by Head Coach Brian Kelly’s flirtation with Notre Dame.  Dion Lewis runs wild as Pitt heads south for the Orange Bowl.
Pittsburgh 31 – Cincinnati 28

Army-Navy                                                                                                                                                  

It’s a good thing that the tradition is the big sell in this matchup as it’s been a long time since Army’s been able to compete in this one.  Navy’s ground attack, behind sophomore OT John Dowd, will be too much for the Cadets to handle as the Middies grab their eighth straight victory in the series.  No matter the outcome, don’t miss the singing of the Alma Maters after the game as it’s the best moment of the College Football season.  Always emotional, it’ll be the last game for the Army seniors while just a bowl game remains for the Annapolis grads before many find themselves in harm’s way.  Godspeed.                                                                                                                                                     John Dowd
Navy 37 – Army 10                                                                                                                                           

NCAA Division III Quarterfinals: Johns Hopkins vs.Wesley

It’s been a wild ride over the last two weeks as Johns Hopkins has knocked off two previously unbeaten teams on its way to the third round of the D-3 playoffs. Operating behind an offensive line led by junior guard Ryan Lino (right), the Blue Jays have gained more than 400 yards in each game with a balanced attack run by QB Hewitt Tomlin.  RB Andrew Kase has posted consecutive 100 yard games, as has WR Dan Crowley.  Their last minute heroics vs Kentucky’s St. Thomas More in Saturday’s 31-29 victory put K Alex Lachman in position for a game winning 42 yard FG as time expired.  They’ll have their hands full this week, however, taking on a Wesley team ranked third in the nation.  If Lino and Company can continue their dominance and give Tomlin enough time to throw, Crowley should turn in another big game and it’s on to the Final Four for the Hops. 
Johns Hopkins 26 – Wesley 24

CollegeSportsView Top 25

1. Texas 12-0
2. Florida 12-0
3. TCU 12-0
4. Alabama 12-0
5. Boise State 11-0
6. Cincinnati 11-0
7. Oregon 9-2
8. Ohio State 10-2
9. Georgia Tech 10-2
10.Pittsburgh 9-2
11.Virginia Tech 9-3
12.BYU 10-2
13.Oregon State 9-3
14.Miami 9-3
15.Iowa 10-2
16.LSU 9-3
17.Penn State 10-2
18.West Virginia 8-3
19.Houston 10-2
20.USC 8-3
21.Nebraska 9-3
22.Central Michigan 10-2
23.California 8-3
24.Oklahoma State 9-3
25.Stanford 8-4

Five to Watch
Johns Hopkins 10-2
Navy 8-4
Mississippi 8-4
Northwestern 8-4
North Carolina 8-4

By Eddie Mayrose

Lock Family Continues Winning Ways Despite Gil’s Bungling

It was another 5-4 week for the Locks as they continue to produce winning Saturdays; albeit by the closest of margins.  Once again, however, it was the vaunted Gil Lock of Ryno Rife Sports Handicappers who dragged down the rest of the team.  But for his season long ineptitude, the Lock team would be clipping along at a success rate of sixty-seven percent.

“I just haven’t been a good judge of pace”, said Gil in a hapless attempt to exp[lain his miserable record.  “I can’t put a finger on the hot team or player.  It’s affecting my whole life. I can’t even shop anymore.”  Asked to explain, Gil started to ramble.  “The other day at the supermarket, I bought enough groceries for a month.  At the checkout, I noticed an enormous bag with a big handle, put everything in it and left the store. Turns out it was the manager’s hat.  He was so pissed, he banned me from the store; even after I tried to smooth him over with some cash I’d won in Atlantic City.  It’s been an ugly year.”

Ugly, maybe.  But at least his family has been there to prop him up.  There’s still a few weeks left for Gil to straighten things out.  Here’s how he plans to start.

Locks of the Week

Gil Locks (10-13-1)

Iowa -10 over Minnesota

- In just two short weeks, Iowa football fans have seen their boys blow a shot at the BCS title game as well as the Rose Bowl.  They’ll take out their anger on a Minnesota football team that struggled last week with South Dakota State.

Notre Dame -6 over Connecticut

-  Haven’t backed Notre Dame football all year but something’s got to give for poor Charlie Weis. The much maligned defense of the Irish actually looked a little better last week and UConn football isn’t exactly run and shoot.

Rutgers -8 over Syracuse

- Say this for Rutgers football: They may play a high school schedule to start the year but they always finish strong.  Bad news for Syracuse, one of the worst teams in the nation.

Jill Locks (16-8)
LSU +3 over Mississippi

- LSU’s two losses came in close games against the nation’s #1 and #3 teams.  Ole Miss, on the other hand, has failed to deliver on its pre-season promise.  LSU big.

Nevada – 31 1/2 over New Mexico

-  Here’s some “Arifemetic” for you. Became a believer in Nevada after they cruched Fresno, a very good team.  They’re playing great right now; averaging 50 PG over their seven game winning streak while New Mex  has scored just 16 TOTAL over their last four.

TCU – 31 1/2 over Wyoming

- Every week I look at the TCU line and think it’s too big.  Last week I even went against them as they destroyed a good Utah team.  I won’t be fooled again.

South Florida – 11 1/2 over Louisville

- Ever heard of “The Ville”?  Neither had I until I saw the ridiculous moniker across the chests of the Louisville players last week.  The only thing more ridiculous is the notion of Louisville as a Division I football team.  South Florida has had a tough season but has managed to work its way through injuries to post a very good record.

Pad Locks (6-3)

UTEP – 6 1/2 over Rice

- While UTEP has lost three straight, they’ve scored more than 30 points in each game; led by the nation’s second leading rusher, Donald Buckram. Rice comes in at 1-9 averaging just 17 PPG while allowing 41. “Arifemetic” strikes again.

Ohio – Northern Illinois over 43.5

- Uncle Gil has always been a MAC football fan and it’s rubbed off on me.  Both teams come into the game with 7-3 records averaging better than 24 PPG.  Simple “Arifemetic”  says this one’s going over.

Oregon -5 over Arizona

-  Can’t believe that Oregon will let this one slip away.  Arizona spit the bit last week as far as a Pac Ten title is concerned and will have to rally to get ready for a Ducks’ team that should be welcoming back LeGarrette Blount.

Season Record (31-24-1)

By Eddie Mayrose

Two Point Try A Shot At USC Football Coach

November 23, 1968.  Ohio State, on its way to a National Championship, squares off with arch rival Michigan at Ohio Stadium.  Late in the game, Buckeye fullback Jim Otis blasts over the goal line to put the home team up 48-14.  Yet, instead of opting to kick the extra point, Ohio State head coach Woody Hayes decides instead to attempt a two point conversion in order to hang the half century mark on his bitter enemy.  Asked after the game why he went for two, Hayes famously responded, “Because they wouldn’t let us go for three.”

Thought of that last Saturday when Stanford coach Jim Harbaugh left his offense on the field to go for two after a touchdown gave the Cardinal a 55-21 lead over USC in the fourth quarter.  Now, I have no idea what may have been Harbaugh’s motivation; for all we know, he may have a beef with Pete Carroll dating back to their days in the NFL.  But what Harbaugh actually accomplished was pushing his team’s incredible performance over the last two weeks out of the spotlight.  Instead of talking about the fact that Stanford rang up more than 100 points on two Top Ten teams in successive games, or trumpeting the Heisman candidacy of RB Toby Gerhart, who scored three times while running all over the Trojans or Stanford’s incredible, out-of-nowhere run that has them talking about a trip to the Rose Bowl, we’re scratching our heads trying to find a reason for the feud between the two coaches.  And that’s sad.

Games of the Week

Oregon at Arizona

-  Arizona is still alive in the Rose Bowl hunt but they’ll have to win out and get some help.  Oregon may have the services of RB LeGarrette Blount for the first time since the season opener.  Can’t see Oregon blowing this opportunity, especially considering they’ve already had their stumble vs. Stanford.  Still, the Pac Ten is a tough place to win on the road.  The pick here is Oregon 38-27.

St. Joseph’s Dallas Carter vs. Philadelphia City Six

- It’s Tournament time in the land of the cheese steaks for the Intramural Football Champions of Philly’s five major universities and Villanova.  St. Joe’s Dallas Carter heads into the title round at Drexel carrying the favorite tag based on a roster chock full of New York guys.  QB Danny Mayrose and WR James Lopez look to add a football crown to the victory list they’ve compiled since kindergarten and will turn to Joe Mreczko and rookie sensation Marc Strange for some much needed help along the way.  Asked for a prediction, the four concurred, “The Hawk Will Never Die.”  We’ll agree, especially if Mayrose and Lopez have their hands on the ball in crunch time.

CollegeSportsView.com Top 25

1. Texas 10-0
2. Florida 10-0
3. TCU 10-0
4. Alabama 10-0
5. Boise State 10-0
6. Cincinnati 10-0
7. Pittsburgh 9-1
8. Georgia Tech 10-1
9. LSU 8-2
10.Oregon 8-2
11.Ohio State 9-2
12.Oklahoma State 8-2
13.Stanford 7-3
14.BYU 8-2
15.Clemson 7-3
16.Iowa 9-2
17.USC 7-3
18.Wisconsin 8-2
19.Oregon State 7-3
20.Houston 8-2
21.Virginia Tech 7-3
22.Nebraska 7-3
23.North Carolina 7-3
24.Nevada 7-3
25.Navy 7-3

Five to Watch
Miami 7-3
Utah 8-2
Rutgers 8-2
Arizona 7-3
West Virginia 7-3

NCAA Football at Mercy of Illogical BCS: Iowa Is Latest Fraud

It only took two weeks of BCS rankings before the first absurdity reared its ugly head. Iowa football, based on its incredible offensive output that produced a thrilling, last-minute, 15-13 victory over the super charged, 4-4 Michigan State Spartans, leap frogs Boise State in this week’s poll and lands in the Number Four spot, ahead of TCU, and the Cincinnati Bearcats as well. So much for computers in sports.

Iowa has slogged its way through the mind-numbingly, mediocre Big Ten Conference; benefiting immensely from the BCS’ inability to recognize the conference as the weakest of its six leagues. The Hawkeyes have but one signature win; a 21-10 yawnfest over Penn State in Happy Valley. Even that victory can’t be accurately valued, as the Nittany Lions have played more cupcakes than anyone in the Top 25. Who knows if they’re any good?

Boise, on the other hand, walloped an Oregon team facing off with USC this weekend for the inside track to the Rose Bowl. That the Ducks have been manhandling opponents without their best offensive player, LeGarrette Blount, makes Boise’s season-opening thrashing of Oregon, with Blount, even more impressive. TCU has traveled to Clemson and BYU to register dominating wins while Cincinnati has knocked off South Florida and Oregon State in their own buildings. All of these teams are better than any that Iowa has faced to this point.

Am I bashing the Big Ten, Here? Absolutely and with good reason. Based on past reputation, the conference perennially reaps the benefits of being severely overrated. Ask yourself this. Which of the other teams in the Top Ten wouldn’t be favored in a matchup with Iowa? Hell, Ohio State is at seventeen and will absolutely be favored when they meet in two weeks.  Here’s hoping this mess works itself out, if only to spare us what has become the annual slaughter of the Big Ten in the BCS title game.

College Football Games of the Week

USC Trojans vs the Oregon Ducks- In the de facto Pac Ten championship game, Oregon poses the last true hurdle on the Trojans’ path to the Rose Bowl. Pete Carroll’s boys have already suffered their one upset and are not out of the BCS Championship picture just yet. They’ll be too much for Oregon to handle, especially with a rapidly maturing Matt Barkley under center. USC 27 Oregon 13

Texas Longhorns v Oklahoma State Sooners

- The Longhorns road to the Big 12 Championship game is clear once they get past Oklahoma State. The Cowboys have done well to rebound from two significant, early season losses. The first, to Houston and the second, All American WR Dez Bryant; declared ineligible by the NCAA. Texas 31 Oklahoma State 10

Curry at Nichols- The Bison host their long time rival, Curry, in a matchup that’s gone against Nichols for longer than they’d care to admit. Head Coach Bill Carven has had enough, emotionally declaring to his charges, “I will not lose to Curry College!” The Bison have done a great job regrouping from the loss of four senior standouts and have fashioned a solid season. Look for DE Bill Hassett to wreak havoc in the Curry backfield and lead the Bison to a hard fought win. Nichols 16 Curry 14

Heisman Watch

Jimmy Clausen, QB Notre Dame- The junior signal caller has the Irish at 5-2 and just a few plays from 7-0 solely on the strength of his right arm. With Notre Dame’s defense employing a “bend and almost break” scheme every week, Clausen’s Montana-like, last minute heroics are the biggest reason the Irish are still in contention for a BCS bowl bid. If the award was given out today, it’d go to Clausen.

Tim Tebow, QB Florida

- The pre-season favorite and former Heisman winner muddled through another mediocre performance at Mississippi State. Have to really start wondering if he’s all the way back from that concussion. He’ll have the advantage of an almost weekly national stage but needs to pick up his game if he wants bookends.

Mark Ingram, RB Alabama

- His fumble dealt a big blow to the Tide as it narrowly escaped Tennessee’s upset bid last week in Tuscaloosa. Ingram committed the deadliest sin of Heisman hopefuls in failing to take advantage of a national television audience.

Anthony Pillari, WR Nichols

- The senior wideout could be in for a big weekend. Two weeks after establishing the Nichols’ record for receptions in a game (13), he needs just three catches this week to set a new Bison mark for receptions in a career(125). Should he grab seven, he’ll also own the school’s single season record (49) . As a Div. III player, the New Jersey native knows he’s a longshot for the Heisman but figures he’ll go out and have a great season, nonetheless. “This team graduated some legendary seniors last year”, said Pillari, “and I’m just trying to live up to the things I learned in their house; do your best and don’t be a shem.”

CollegeSportsView Top 25 in College Football

1) Florida 7-0
2) Texas 7-0
3) Alabama 8-0
4) Boise State 7-0
5) Cincinnati 7-0
6) TCU 7-0
7) USC 6-1
8 )LSU 6-1
9) Oregon 6-1
10)Iowa 8-0
11)Georgia Tech 7-1
12)Oklahoma State 6-1
13)South Carolina 6-2
14)Houston 6-1
15)Penn State 7-1
16)Virginia Tech 5-2
17)Oklahoma State 6-1
18)Notre Dame 5-2
19)Pittsburgh 7-1
20)Utah 6-1
21)West Virginia 6-1
22)Mississippi 5-2
23)Miami 5-2
24)California 5-2
25)Oklahoma 4-3

Five to Watch
Wisconsin 5-2
Navy 6-2
BYU 6-2
South Florida 5-2
Nichols 4-4

2009 PAC

Since Pete Carroll showed up to lead the Trojans, the Pac Ten has been the domain of USC football.  There have been two National Championships, seven straight conference titles and annual representation in the first round of the NFL Draft.  Over the last few seasons, however, despite perennial top five rankings, Carroll has been unable to protect his young charges from the stubbed toe during Pac Ten regular season play that costs them a berth in the BCS title game.  Last year, it was Oregon State that derailed the championship express.  This year, it’ll be Cal providing the roadblock with reinforcement from the Oregon Ducks.  That’s right; it’s time for the Trojans to take a back seat in their own league.

The Pac Ten is, without question, the most underrated league in the nation every year.  Probably because so many voters in the national polls are based east of the Mississippi and don’t watch the  many conference games that start after 11 PM EST.  It is for that reason that those of us with sleep disorders that do catch their games flash a knowing smile during bowl season when the Pac Ten perennially dominates its competition.  Yet, come the following pre season, there sit the same overrated Big Ten and ACC teams at the top of the polls while the Pac Ten gets short changed.  You’d think someone would finally notice.  Until they do, though, you’ll make a killing in your office Bowl Pool by keeping an eye on the action out west.

1) CALIFORNIA- The Bears return 17 starters from a 9-4 team as well as offensive tackle Mike Tepper, who lost last season to injury. He should bolster a terrific ground attack led by junior Jahvid Best, who ran for almost 1,600 yards in ’08. Two studs at defensive end, Tyson Alula and Cameron Jordan, highlight the front of Cal’s 3-4 defense.  Out in the flats, Syd’Quan Thompson heads a strong secondary as the finest corner in the nation.  With the USC matchup scheduled for Berkeley, the Bears will be playing in Pasadena on New Year’s Day.

2) USC- Favored by many to win the conference, USC will have too many new parts to avoid an early season upset.  Sophomore Aaron Corp will battle freshman Matt Barkley for the starting job at QB while the defensive coordinator must replace six starters who’ll be playing on Sundays this fall.  All American safety Taylor Mays will lead the inexperienced unit as it tries to navigate a schedule that has the Trojans on the road for 6 of the first 9 weeks; including matchups with Ohio State, Cal, Oregon, Arizona State and Notre Dame.

3)OREGON- After coming into last year’s pre season camp as the fifth string QB, Jeremiah Masoli enters the ’09 campaign as the unquestioned starter. His run/pass versatility makes him a perfect fit for Oregon’s spread offense; as evidenced by their 41 PPG output in ’08.  RB LaGarrette Blount ran for 1,000 YDS and 17 TD last season despite being a part timer and will enjoy a larger role this year.  His biggest challenge may be running behind an inexperienced offensive line. USC and Cal will each have to visit the Ducks this fall, giving them a leg up in the conference race.  And you know they’ll be the loop’s best dressed.

4) ARIZONA- Head Coach Mike Stoops may have assembled the best defense in the conference.  A no name group, it’s unlikely that many will be singled out for individual honors but they go two-deep at most positions.  The Wildcats’ big star is TE Rob Gronkowski, who’s got WR hands on an OT body.  He’ll benefit from a strong and versatile backfield as well.

5) OREGON STATE- Tailback Jacquizz Rodgers is the reigning Pac Ten offensive player of the year.  He and his brother James, the Beavers’ all purpose WR, will have to carry a huge load to counter an extremely inexperienced defense which features two new corners; not a recipe for success in this conference. QB Lyle Moevao, recovering from shoulder surgery, will battle Sean Canfield for the starting job.

6) UCLA- Despite the addition of offensive guru, Norm Chow, to the coaching staff last year, the Bruins managed a mere 17 PPG.  They’ll have to do much better if they hope to climb out of the league’s second division.   A strong recruiting class will help but much will be expected from redshirt freshman QB Kevin Prince.  A strong defense led by DT Brian Price and CB Alterraun Verner will keep UCLA close, but the offense must produce.

7) ARIZONA STATE-  The Sun Devils return 15 starters and will rely on their defense for any success as their offensive line is a big problem.  DE Dexter Davis, LB Mike Nixon and CB Omar Bolden are ASU’s defensive stars who will be expected to carry the load.  On the other side of the ball, however, new QB Danny Sullivan will make use of a talented group of receivers led by Chris McGaha.  That is, if the OL gives him enough time.

8) STANFORD- Tough times for Head Coach Jim Harbaugh as even significant improvement may not translate into more wins in this tough league.  He’s got 16 starters returning but, like most Pac Ten teams, he’s got a question at QB.  Redshirt frosh, Andrew Luck, will get the opening day nod and rely heavily on RB Toby Gerhart; a strong inside runner lacking breakaway speed.   The Cardinal will have trouble putting points on the board.

9) WASHINGTON- The fact that 16 starters are returning may be the Huskies’ biggest problem after an 0-12 debacle in ’08.  New Head Coach, Steve Sarkisian, will be forced to bank on his only offensive asset, QB Jake Locker, if he’s to have any success.  Sarkisian runs a pro set, however, which could nullify Locker’s excellent running ability.  Unfortunately, Washington is at least two good recruiting classes away from contention.

10) WASHINGTON STATE- The Cougars surrendered a mind boggling 570 PPG last season and aren’t expecting many reinforcements.

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PAC TEN FOOTBALL 2009 SCHEDULES

ARIZONA

09/05/09     Central Michigan
09/12/09     Northern Arizona
09/19/09     at Iowa
09/26/09     at Oregon State
10/10/09     at Washington
10/17/09     Stanford
10/24/09     UCLA
11/07/09     Washington State
11/14/09     at California Berkeley
11/21/09     Oregon
11/28/09     at Arizona State
12/05/09     at USC

ARIZONA STATE

09/05/09     Idaho State
09/19/09     Louisiana-Monroe
09/26/09     at Georgia
10/03/09     Oregon State
10/10/09     at Washington State
10/17/09     Washington
10/24/09     at Stanford
10/31/09     California
11/07/09     USC
11/14/09     at Oregon
11/21/09     at UCLA
11/28/09     Arizona

CALIFORNIA

09/05/09     Maryland
09/12/09     Eastern Washington
09/19/09     at Minnesota
09/26/09     at Oregon
10/03/09     USC
10/17/09     at UCLA
10/24/09     Washington State
10/31/09     at Arizona State
11/07/09     Oregon State
11/14/09     Arizona
11/21/09     at Stanford
12/05/09     at Washington

OREGON

09/03/09     at Boise State
09/12/09     Purdue
09/19/09     Utah
09/26/09     California
10/03/09     Washington State
10/10/09     at UCLA
10/24/09     at Washington
10/31/09     USC
11/07/09     at Stanford
11/14/09     Arizona State
11/21/09     at Arizona
12/03/09     Oregon State

OREGON STATE

09/05/09     Portland State
09/12/09     at UNLV
09/19/09     Cincinnati
09/26/09     Arizona
10/03/09     at Arizona State
10/10/09     Stanford
10/24/09     at USC
10/31/09     UCLA
11/07/09     at California  Berkeley
11/14/09     Washington
11/21/09     at Washington State
12/03/09     at Oregon

STANFORD

09/05/09     at Washington State
09/12/09     at Wake Forest
09/19/09     San Jose State
09/26/09     Washington
10/03/09     UCLA
10/10/09     at Oregon State
10/17/09     at Arizona
10/24/09     Arizona State
11/07/09     Oregon
11/14/09     USC
11/21/09     California
11/28/09     Notre Dame

UCLA

09/05/09     San Diego State
09/12/09     at Tennessee
09/19/09     Kansas State
10/03/09     at Stanford
10/10/09     Oregon
10/17/09     California
10/24/09     at Arizona
10/31/09     at Oregon State
11/07/09     Washington
11/14/09     at Washington State
11/21/09     Arizona State
11/28/09     at USC

USC

09/05/09     San Jose State
09/12/09     at Ohio State
09/19/09     at Washington
09/26/09     Washington State
10/03/09     at California
10/17/09     at Notre Dame
10/24/09     Oregon State
10/31/09     at Oregon
11/07/09     at Arizona State
11/14/09     Stanford
11/28/09     UCLA
12/05/09     Arizona
WASHINGTON

09/05/09     LSU
09/12/09     Idaho
09/19/09     USC
09/26/09     at Stanford
10/03/09     at Notre Dame
10/10/09     Arizona
10/17/09     at Arizona State
10/24/09     Oregon
11/07/09     at UCLA
11/14/09     at Oregon State
11/28/09     Washington State
12/05/09     California

WASHINGTON STATE

09/05/09     Stanford
09/12/09     Hawai’i
09/19/09     Southern Methodist
09/26/09     at USC
10/03/09     at Oregon
10/10/09     Arizona State
10/24/09     at California Berkeley
10/31/09     Notre Dame
11/07/09     at Arizona
11/14/09     UCLA
11/21/09     Oregon State
11/28/09     at Washington