Cincinnati's football program has been hard at work this offseason, stumbling its way into the 2011 season. It is coming off only four wins in '10—the Bearcats went 12-1 in 2009.

Although they owned the No. 1 offense in the Big East, their defense allowed 28 points per game and ranked last in every major statistical category in the conference.

However, expectations are beginning to rise for the 'Cats.

Senior quarterback Zach Collaros returns with a chip on his shoulder. He's more than ready to prove that his team is prepared to contend for a conference championship.

Isaiah Pead is looking to improve from an outstanding junior campaign.

And the defe...

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