spread24:

Ranking all 123 FBS teams in terms of any single category is perilous at best, and this includes ranking who wears the sharpest uniform.

Yes, rating 123 shades of red, blue, green, gold, black and orange is a dizzying business at best, and ultimately is a process that demands simplification.

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tylerriewer:

It’s too early to be getting excited, but I like where this is going.

krishughes:

According to reports, former University of Arkansas offensive coordinator Garrick McGee is the primary target to replace the recently fired Bobby Petrino as the new head coach of the Razorbacks.

McGee was named head coach of the University of Alabama-Birmingham Blazers in December 2011, and has been acting in that capacity but has yet to coach the Blazers with his first coaching action set for this fall.

If the Razorbacks were to hire McGee the move makes sense from several perspectives. First, and most importantly, there would be continuity in systems and theory which Bobby Petrino put in place on offense– systems which allowed Tyler Wilson and the Razorbacks to be one of the country’s most productive units in 2011.

spread24:

The Arkansas Razorbacks have made national news for all the wrong reasons. Bobby Petrino was terminated from his job as head coach at Arkansas after lying to the school about an affair with one of his recently hired staff members, Jessica Dorrell.

Despite the recent heartbreak of Razorback…

sportsaccordingtoagirl:

“I see him going in the second round,” said Gruden, who added that he’d like to work with Cousins. “And I think he’s got a very bright future in the NFL because he’s all business, all the time. He’s a meticulous preparation freak. I think he’s got very good athletic ability. He’s got a lot of experience as a starting quarterback in the big arena.

“I don’t know who he reminds of. … He just reminds me of guys that play on Sunday for a living. That’s the kind of kid he is. That’s the serious background that he’s had. That’s the future he wants. He’s one of those kids that just won’t take no for an answer. He’s going to be successful.

“I think if he gets with the right group of guys, he can really take off and enjoy great success.”

sportsaccordingtoagirl:

1. Passing Game
The quarterback (Andrew Maxwell vs Connor Cook) and wide receiver (Tony Lippett vs Bennie Fowler vs Keith Mumphery vs DeAnthony Arnett) positions are up for grabs, along with some tight end spots (Dion Sims vs Evan Jones vs Josiah Price. 

2. Offensive Line
As mentioned before, the offensive line should be stable this coming season. Most of the men return for another year, and each position is packed with talented backups. 

3. Running Game
Last season the running game was not very effective due to very few veterans on the offensive line. Now that the linemen have more experience, expect the running backs to carry the ball more often. LeVeon Bell had an excellent season last year with carries split between Edwin Baker and Larry Caper. Baker declaring early to the NFL will give Bell the bulk of the carries this coming season. Bell may have the nod, but the players below him could easily change that. Caper is due for some playing time along with fellow running backs Nick Hill and Jeremy Langford. All of these players will be fun to watch when the spring game begins.  

4. Defense
The whole defense will be something to watch this spring. After ranking in the top 20 in seven statistical categories and being the top defense in the Big Ten, this group is nothing but dominant. A majority of the defense returns this season, but there are some key spots that need replacing. The most critical area that needs to be addressed is the defensive tackle position (after Jerel Worthy declared himself for the NFL draft). 

5. Special Teams (Punt Return) 
The coaches are hoping Nick Hill will be the guy to replace Keshawn Martin. He has great field vision and releases quickly. He averaged 26.3 yards per gain on kick returns he attempted along with five punts returned last year. The most notable loss for MSU is the do-it-all receiver and punt returner Keshawn Martin. 

spread24:

Ladies and Gentlemen, boys and girls of all ages, it is time for the only football you will see until August.

But I urge to keep your expectations low. You can only do so much while playing each other. Its not exactly fair when the defense already knows all your plays in advance.

Then again,…

spread24:

The G-Day game is only a couple of days away, and it will mark the end of a productive (and controversial) spring season.

Coaches will still be evaluating the players during the G-Day game, but the evaluations really took place when the players were practicing over the last month.

And when it…