The Penn State Football Show

Although preseason polls are about as meaningful as my New Year's resolutions, it gives people something to talk about during the hot, humid, football-less months that we have to endure. Not surprising is Florida at #1, Texas #2, and Oklahoma #3 where all three are returning their quarterbacks who placed 2nd, 1st, and 3rd respectively in the Heisman race. Ohio State somehow sneaks in at #6 and PSU is right behind at #8. OSU could make a statement early when they play USC at home, a game they very well could win. USC will be starting a quarterback with almost no experience, though Ohio State's defense lost a lot of star power to the NFL draft. Similar to the top three teams, Penn State returns its star quarterback, always a key contributor to these preseason ranks. Are they deserving of #8 even though they are replacing an entire secondary and their top three wideouts? I think it's a valid spot for them, and judging by their schedule, the worst they are likely to do (with everyone staying healthy) is 10-2. I don't want to jinx them, but teams like Illinois, Minnesota, and Michigan should not be able to defeat Penn State. Again, these preseason ranks mean absolutely nothing, but at least have more significance than preseason all-conference awards (let's award players for what we THINK they will accomplish this season!). Whatever, only two more weeks until the season is underway, although still over a month before a competitive PSU game. Can't wait