In their first year in the Pac-12, the Utah Utes came within a field goal of forcing overtime with the league championship game on the line. Of course, it also says something about the weird circumstances surrounding the game that a .500 team, UCLA ended up getting a berth in the Pac-12 championship. Alas, the Utes benefited from USC being ineligible in the South Division, … [Read more...] about #28 Utah Utes: College Football 77 in 77
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#37 Utah Utes: College Football 77 in 77
Welcome to the Pac-12, Utah Utes. The first BcS buster in history now has a seat at one of the big boy tables. Hopefully, this trend continues and we get some super-conferences going. Then, an actual legitimate post season, with playoffs will be the next logical progression. So thank you Utah! But enough f the macro, and back to the micro. The Utes should fit in quite well … [Read more...] about #37 Utah Utes: College Football 77 in 77
Viva la Sun Bowl! Notre Dame vs Miami: Game preview
Only few would have properly predicted the location of the old west Texas town of El Paso for the reunion, but nonetheless, the famed Notre Dame/Miami rivalry reignites on New Year’s Eve near the Mexican border. Bowl games are a great reward for the teams as the players and coaches get to enjoy a few days of activities and events leading up to the game, but once the ball is … [Read more...] about Viva la Sun Bowl! Notre Dame vs Miami: Game preview
Notre Dame should return its focus to the Football Field
In times of tragedy, the simplest things can offer the most help. In order to find this support, Notre Dame football and its fans should shift their attention from tragedy to tradition. “Football-Saturday” tradition to be exact. Notre Dame welcomes the 14th-ranked Utah Utes to South Bend this weekend. One week ago, the Utes had National Title aspirations. Today, the … [Read more...] about Notre Dame should return its focus to the Football Field