The first Saturday of college football in October has come and gone, and what are we left with?
In the ACC, two clubs are looking to knock Virginia Tech off its decade-long perch as the team to beat.
The Clemson Tigers proved championship-worthy, by pasting the Hokies, 23-3 in Blacksburg, VT's worst home loss in 30 years.
It marked the first time in history an ACC team had defeated a ranked team in three consecutive games.
Now, Clemson must avoid a letdown at home this Saturday against Boston College.
Same for Georgia Tech. The Jackets have started a season 5-0 for just the second time in 45 years after their win in Raleigh over NC State. This Saturday, the Jackets host Maryland.
In the SEC, I believe the new favorite to win the East is Georgia. The Dawgs defense was outstanding in its demolition of Mississippi State Saturday. Todd Grantham's 'D' has allowed only one touchdown in its last 12 quarters.
UGA does not have to face Alabama, Arkansas, or LSU this season. The may be the difference maker. Georgia got big time help from two West teams yesterday (Auburn, Bama) to tighten the race. The Gamecocks loss to Auburn and the Gators beatdown by the Tide marked the first losses of the season for each team. The East race is heating up and remains wide open.
This week, Georgia goes to Knoxville, for a big test against the Volunteers.
Nationally, one must put Wisconsin in the national title picture, after the Badgers spanked Nebraska.
Two games that will barely get noticed, but were impressive wins nonetheless: Duke winning at Florida International and Ole Miss winning at Fresno State. Congrats to David Cutcliffe and Houston Nutt.
