First, it was quarterback Mark Sanchez bolting school a year early for the NFL, even though "Slippery Pete" begged and pleaded with him not to leave him hanging (ten).

Never mind the silly surfing joke there. You probably missed it anyway.

Secondly, USC had a stellar defense in 2008—one of the best in the nation, in fact—but eight of those 11 starters are now gone.

Yes, we all know USC reloads with more talented four- and five-star blue-chippers, but it's the lack of experience that can kill you.

Thirdly, starting center Kristofer O'Dowd could be out several weeks after dislocating his right kneecap during a scrimmage last week.

I know that Ohio State center Mike Brewster is the anchor of ...

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