Monday, September 15, 2008

Michigan State still smarting after loss to Notre Dame 2 years ago; other college wrap-ups

Mark Snyder of the Detroit Free Press writes that after three games, he still does not have a feel for this Michigan team... "After three nonconference games against opponents with different styles and skill levels, the Michigan coaching staff probably expected to have a pretty good feeling for its team." ...
  • Mark Snyder


  • Shannon Shelton of the Detroit Free Press writes how the Spartans players remember their meltdown against Notre Dame two years ago... "Although much of that pain was eased by MSU's 31-14 win last season in South Bend, that victory couldn't completely erase the memory of two Septembers ago." ...
  • Shannon Shelton


  • Garrett Hylton of the Miami Herald writes how the Hurricanes are waiting for a receiver to step up... "The Hurricanes have dropped key passes and struggled to get open, particularly in their 26-3 loss against Florida on Sept. 6." ...
  • Garrett Hylton


  • Robbie Andreau of the Gainesville Sun writes how Florida's next opponent, Tennessee, got back on track... "After being upset at UCLA in the opener, the Vols looked like a much more complete and confident team in their 35-3 victory over UAB on Saturday." ...
  • Robbie Andreau


  • Gary Klein of the Los Angeles Times writes that USC head coach is guarding against a letdown... "USC Coach Pete Carroll said Sunday that he spoke to his team after its 35-3 victory over Ohio State about the need to remain focused in the aftermath." ...
  • Gary Klein


  • John Shinn of the Norman Transcript writes how the Sooners have a tight focus... "This group was willing to talk about national title aspirations before preseason practices started, but has taken a very workman-like approach this season. The only specific goal mentioned has been to win every game." ...
  • John Shinn
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