As I stated earlier, LOVE the Hogs to cover that big number. Agree about the questionable quality of Bama's wins thus far. VT has not impressed. As long as the OL gives Mallett some time, he and Petrino's offense will do damage. Also, believe Arkansas D will show better than they did against the Bulldogs. They were mainly exposed after their defensive leader Franklin was tossed LW. Also, McElroy is still relatively green and for some reason through just three games people no long feel their QB play is a question mark? I'm alongside you as not being sold on the Tide, just yet. From my perspective, this one should be a relatively close contest and I'll probably nibble at the +600 ML, too.
Also, after further review (thanks to your earlier mention), I'll be on the USF Bulls with ya. Liked all of your reasonings and watched some highlights on BJ Daniels. He looks very capable of filling in for Grothe in the spread attack. He's also going back to his hometown of Tallahassee, so he might be just as comfortable with the surroundings, as he is pressured. This team has wanted a shot at their big brother (FSU) for years, now. Grothe going down LW, won't kill that desire to win here...hell, it may even strengthen it because they will want to win it for their fallen signal caller. Just have to think this line has been an over-reaction to FSU's easy BYU victory and the loss of Grothe. FSU won against the Mormons LW, because of one thing..."speed kills." BYU had no chance to match it. USF, on the other hand, CAN match it...Leavitt has been recruiting Florida athletes for years, while building a solid and successful program. FSU already overlooked one in-state "little brother" team in Week 2. They could easily do it again, especially after knowing USF is without their starting QB. Either way, I believe the Bulls will hang throughout...another nibble at the ML +425 here.
Wishing you all the best on your plays this week, Cie Grant. I'll probably follow you on a few more, but really liking these two.
-JC
