I seen that Suh and Bradford were named defensive and offensive rookies of the year.  I remember last year before the draft the big debate about who should go first.  Well, it seems that the Rams and Lions got what they needed.  It is nice to see two class guys do well and not let either team down.  Hopefully, both have long and bright futures in the NFL.  If Bradford turns out to be the "Franchise QB", which up to this point looks likely, the Rams were right taking him #1.  As for the Lions, they have to be happy they took Suh over McCoy.  It is pretty rare that the best two players taken in the draft are taken at #1 and #2. 

I am not a college football guru I blog some with fellow fans and enjoy reading the posts.  It is a really good way to get the perspective from the other side.  But, I was recently down in OKC and visiting with Sooner fans and they are all about the Big XII, since it was saved, and I was told that Texas wasn't going to make a move with out the support of Oklahoma, "Texas needs Oklahoma"  was the exact words that I heard from some OU fans.   After hearing that I thought on it a while and have come to the conclusion that I believe they are wrong.  Texas could care less about OU.  If Texas could have made more money by dropping the Sooners from their schedule it would have happened and Texas wouldn't have thought twice.  Granted, I wasn't at the meeting of UT's board of regents but I will venture to guess in that meeting the words, "we need Oklahoma" or "if Oklahoma isn't on board then we can't ....."  those words were probably never said.   Now that being said Oklahoma does have a tons to offer a conference football, basketball is pretty good, and the baseball team is in the CWS.  Not to mention the women's basketball program or academics!!!  My advise to the Sooners is on the surface smile and be happy but behind the seens you better be looking out for yourselves.  Drop Texas like a bad habit cause if they get the chance they will leave you holding the bag.  Through all this expansion talk not much was said about the SEC except in the case of A&M, who was also looking to get out from under the Longhorn's thumb.  Lets face it Texas has the biggest stick and THEY WILL HIT YOU WITH IT IF YOU STEP OUT OF LINE!!!!!!  My advice is beat A&M to the punch and try to get in the SEC.  Your money will be great and your recruiting, while already outstanding, will only get better.  Plus, NO TEXAS to have to answer to.  Texas is going to look out for Texas and if the Big XII isn't in their best interest what happens to the mighty Sooners?????????

Draft day is just around the corner and Suh and McCoy are said to be neck and neck.  To me it seems pretty cut and dried, Suh #1 and McCoy #2.  Maybe I am wrong but here is my opinions why, by the way that and a penny won't get you anything.  I guess what I am looking for are the reason some people have McCoy ahead of Suh.  Let me also be clear I am not trying bad mouth McCoy here, he is awesome and had a great year too.  In my opinion it is like trying to chose between a Peterbuilt or a Mack truck. 

#1.  Suh was better on the field this year. 

I know  I am a Husker fan but on the field Suh just out performed McCoy, hands down.  I must not be the only one who thinks that or McCoy would have been in New York and on the awards banquet circuit not Suh. 

#2.  The Combine.

According the experts Suh out performed McCoy there. 

So back to my question, Why do some have McCoy ahead of Suh?

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I agree that we could win the North as easily as anybody else. But my preseason pick is Kansas. Here’s how I rank the Big XII from top to bottom, tell me what you think…..

1. Texas- I give them the edge by a very, very, very, thin hair. An improved running game and OU having some big holes to fill at the O-line position I think gives them a slight edge. If the Red River Shootout was in late November I would probably give the edge to OU because their line would have played together a few more games. The O-line in close games usually is the difference because misques by them usually leads to a killer turnover or 3rd and long situations.

2. Oklahoma- They are just plain good Stoops and Company are amazing. But Mack has had their number. The top two spots are probably interchangeable it just depends on how you think the strengths and weaknesses match up. Hopefully this year it will be settled on the field and we avoid the debacle we had last year.

3. Oklahoma State- I see Robinson and Bryant replacing Harrell and Crabtree I think they could be that potent. With an improved defense they could beat OU or Texas. They will be fun to watch no doubt. But remember, he’s a man!!!

4. Texas Tech - Call me crazy but the mad scientist always has an offense that can score and score and score some more. Besides OU,Texas, and OSU the defenses in the South are poor at best. And with the North’s defenses playing like they did last year during conference play I have them forth. Plus, they always seem to win one they shouldn’t, OU and Texas BEWARE!!!!

5. Kansas- They get the nod over Nebraska and Missouri, in the PRE-SEASON, because of their returning skill position players they don’t have to establish leadership it is there, which is very important I think. Plus they get the Huskers at home. The Border War could get them instead of Mizzou this year. It should be a good race to watch.

6. Nebraska- Besides the D-line and a couple or running backs they don’t have much coming back. A new QB, revamped O-line, and a questionable linebacker and defensive back corps keeps me from picking them over Kansas. But, I think they are better coached than anyone else in the North and that is why I have them ahead of Mizzou. However, I expect to see improvement throughout the season again, how much improvement will determine how far they go.

7. Baylor - Robert Griffith, the guy is amazing Vince Young looking at times. This could be their breakout season with him running the show. Baylor in the South and Nebraska in the North are my two teams to watch flying under the radar in the conference. Baylor is a true WILDCARD!!!

8. Missouri- Pinkel and Co. didn’t get it done last year plain and simple. They didn’t handle the expectations very well at all in my opinion. The were supposed to contend for a national title and Heisman trophy, both flopped. Losing Daniels, Coffman, and probably the most electrifying player in college last year in Maclin will see the Tigers dipping down a little this year. But they have gotten some good recruiting classes these past few years so we’ll see. It is a three horse race in the North let the games begin!!!

9. Texas A&M - They didn’t learn a thing from the Callahan experiment did they! They lost their QB the the NFL this year so that’s not good. When I watched them last year they seemed lost until that look changes I have them towards the bottom of the conference.

10. Colorado - This could be the Hawkins Farewell Tour. New offensive strategy and a questionable defense, things don’t look very bright for the Buffs. But who knows?  Boulder is a tough place to win, ask Oklahoma. I could see them easily missing a bowl again this year. If so bye bye Hawkins.

11. Kansas State - With Snyder back the Wildcat faithful are excited again. If he puts together another killer staff like he did in the 90’s they will be back, but not this year, sorry K-state.

12. Iowa State- enough said