Sunday, September 30, 2007

Expected Poll Shakeup, Unexpected New #1


You knew that the Top 10 would be significantly different, you didn't know LSU was going to be the new #1 in the AP Poll. Looking at the points LSU only has a 2 pt. lead, but I've got to believe that they will have an opportunity to extend that lead if they can beat Florida on Saturday.

The most disappointing thing about this is that so far this season the Pac-10 has proven that it is better than the SEC. It has a better non-conference record against BCS teams than all other conferences. The California-Oregon game is up there for game-of-the-year so far. For the SEC's Kentucky the Pac-10 has Arizona State, which I would argue is better then Kentucky and will prove it be the end of the season. If LSU struggles against Florida or loses, which is a very strong possibility, I expect USC to regain its rightful perch atop the AP Poll.

Week 5 Rankings [ESPN]
Which conference is worse? [Musings from the Coast]