There is no doubting that LSU is one of the most dominant programs in the country.They have two national championships (2003, 2007) within four years of each other. They are part of one of the most dominant conferences there is today, the Southeastern Conference. And some of the most famous players that have gone pro have come from LSU.Lets take a look at who some of the best players were as freshman.Begin Slideshow

Looking at what has taken place at some of the premiere college football programs in the country, one thing has become crystal clear. NCAA football is at a crossroads. While the sport is seeing record revenues thanks to giant television contracts and merchandise sales, there is also a cancer that is permeating what is rapidly becoming America's pastime. The influx of money has added to a brand new kind of pressure on ...

The 2011 NFL wide receiver class is made up of some future stars like A.J. Green, Julio Jones and Titus Young, who are all expected to be prominent offensive pieces as rookies this season.And then there are plenty of other players from this year’s group like Randall Cobb, Greg Little and Jonathan Baldwin, who should be key contributors as well. This year’s top rookie receivers all have the chance ...

According to most national polls, LSU is considered to be a very serious candidate to win the BCS National Championship in 2011. In fact, they are ranked in preseason polls anywhere from first to fourth.  The Tigers return 16 starters from last year's 11-2 season and a Cotton Bowl championship team and they are being led by a senior quarterback along with many other juniors and seniors. In addition, LSU will have many players that ...

According to most national polls, LSU is considered to be a very serious candidate to win the BCS National Championship in 2011.  In fact, they are ranked in preseason polls anywhere from first to fourth.  The Tigers return 16 starters from last year's 11-2 season and a Cotton Bowl Championship team and they are being lead by a fourth year senior quarterback along with many other juniors and seniors.  In addition, LSU will have many ...

This slideshow is Pac-12 Conference "Week 8" game predictions. Arizona State has a bye. This slideshow is a continuation of:The Week 7 predictions.The Week 6 predictions.     The Week 5 predictions.     The Week 4 predictions.The Week 3 predictions.     The Week 2 predictions.     The Week 1 predictions.Begin Slideshow

Nebraska and Iowa recently released the name of their "forced" rivalry.  It is called the Heroes Game. The trophy will have names of local heroes from Nebraska and Iowa placed on it.  The local heroes will be honored at each game in this rivalry. Is it nice to honor our local heroes? Sure, I'm not disputing that.  But this is football, and the Heroes Game just sounds dumb. We go from rivalry trophies such as an axe, jug, ...

There's a saying that goes, "Don't mess with Texas." Just from that saying, many college football fans can agree that the Longhorns may be one of the most egotistical teams in the country. Like the heroes in Ancient Greek mythology, Texas's ego may be its downfall.  Texas has pushed teams around for years, and now some of them are starting to take notice. Begin Slideshow

Before coaching an official in-season practice, before taking the field, heck, before even winning a game, first-year Indiana Hoosier head football coach has already won the hearts of many fans.Let's face it. Before Wednesday's major announcement, how many folks actually thought the top QB in the class of 2012, Gunner Kiel (Columbus, IN), would commit to play for the Hoosiers. Sure, they were on his shortlist, but after years and years of poor seasons and ...

Last year, the Florida Gators defense was a big disappointment. They gave up over 200 yards rushing to Marcus Lattimore in essentially the one-game playoff for a berth in the SEC Championship.Not to mention, they were unable to stop the run for much of the season, not just against South Carolina.If the Gators want to have success this season and return to the SEC Championship game, the defense will have to be much improved and ...