College Football Weekend Preview

25. September 2009  - Published by Rick Broering

Game of the Week:

#9 Miami at #11 Virginia Tech

This game should be a great one as these two renew their rivalry that used to constantly host huge games when both were in the Big East. Miami has reclaimed its spot among College Football's elite BCS teams, but some are are still questioning them. Their No. 9 ranking will be put to the test as they face the best team of their young season with No. 11 ranked Virginia Tech.

Much like last week, the key to this game will be if Virginia Tech is too one dimensional. They have some good running backs with David Wilson and Ryan Williams and Tyrod Taylor is always a threat to run at quarterback, but Miami's solid defense will try and force Taylor to beat him with his arm. Taylor is still completing fewer than 50% of his passes, but last week he made the big passing play when he needed to for his team to get the win against Nebraska. This week could be the same way if they are able to run the ball effectively enough, then they may only need a few big plays from Taylor's arm to win the game.

Miami's sophomore quarterback, Jacory Harris, has looked extremely impressive in his first two games throwing for 656 yards and five touchdowns and is being talked about as a Heisman contender. His offensive line has really contributed to his success allowing only one sack. Look for another big week out of Harris as his favorite target from high school, Aldarius Johnson, made his return last week and will bolster this deep group of receivers that are going against a Virginia Tech secondary that has had some struggles with their safeties and defending the deep ball.

Other Games to Watch:

Washington State at #12 USC

If you want to see USC play mad, then this is your chance. They will be taking out their unexpected loss last week to Washington on a team that has Washington in their name.

Fresno State at #14 Cincinnati

Some people have talked about Cincinnati as a Title game contender this past week. However, to do that they'll have to stay undefeated as they face another test in Fresno this week.

#22 North Carolina at Georgia Tech

Georgia Tech has been deemed as an overrated team. They will try to fight off that moniker as they take on the No. 22 tanked Tar Heels.

Upset Pick of the Week: Stanford over Washington

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