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1. Texas
2. ND
3. USC
4. Umich
5. Bama
6. tOSU
7. OU
8. UFl
9. UGa
10. Penn State
11. LSU
12. TCU
13. Boise State
14. NU
15. TN
16. Florida State
17. U
18. Michigan State
19. Auburn
20. Stanford
21. Oregon
22. Iowa
23. VT
24. GT
25. UNC
AUSTIN, TX - SEPTEMBER 27: The Texas Longhorns mascot leads the team onto
the field before the game against the Arkansas Razorbacks on September 27,
2008 at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Texas. Texas won
52-10. (Photo by Brian Bahr/
Brian Bahr/Getty Images
It began a few years ago. The Big Ten launched their own television channel
aptly name, "The Big Ten Network." Seeing it's success and revenue power it
was only a matter of time until Texas launched it's own.
In fact, it was one huge factor in Texas moving from the Big 12 elsewhere.
Texas would have had the financial security and revenue power to sustain
itself and didn't need the Big 12.
Now Texas makes it's move, inking a 20-year, $300 million contract with ESPN
. In terms of contract size, that's roughly almost $6 million more then NBC'
s contract with Notre Dame.
Guess the saying is right, everything is bigger in Texas.
No doubt the Longhorns are influential. There are numerous college football
programs who are influential. There are over 100 schools in the NCAA
Division One FBS. Only 50 can make the list.
50. SMU
DALLAS, TX - DECEMBER 30: Quarterback Kyle Padron #2 of the SMU Mustangs
runs the ball against the Army Black Knights during the Bell Helicopter
Armed Forces Bowl at Gerald J. Ford Stadium on December 30, 2010 in Dallas,
Texas. (Photo by Ronald Martinez
Ronald Martinez/Getty Images
The one reason they're influential: the death penalty the NCAA unleashed on
them.
The school has the history of a big name program but because they were
caught with recruiting violations.
The next step was basically demolishing of the SMU program that included
getting rid of almost all the scholarships they could give, missing bowl
games and that 90% of the team that was a national title contender,
transferred or went to the draft.
Teams now know the NCAA doesn't fool around and know the repercussions of
serious recruiting violations.
49. Kansas State
BOULDER, CO - NOVEMBER 20: Quarterback Collin Klein #7 of the Kansas State
Wildcats delivers a pass agsinst the defense of Josh Hartigan #55 of the
Colorado Buffaloes at Folsom Field on November 20, 2010 in Boulder, Colorado
. Colorado defeated Kansas Sta
Doug Pensinger/Getty Images
Under Bill Snyder in his first tenure as head coach, Kansas State excelled
at football. Now, they have kind of dipped off but are returning to
prominence in Bill Snyder's second tenure as head coach.
They won the Big 12 title in 2003 the last time and have produced some NFL
quality players in the past decade like Josh Freeman, Terrence Newman and
Jordy Nelson.
They finished 7-6 last year and, in a smaller Big 12, will likely compete
next season for a conference title.
48. UCF
ORLANDO, FL - OCTOBER 20: The mascot of the Tulsa Golden Hurricane
entertains during pre-game ceremonies against the University of Central
Florida Knights at Bright House Stadium on October 20, 2007 in Orlando,
Florida. UCF won 44 - 23. (Photo by Al Mess
Al Messerschmidt/Getty Images
UCF has been a mainstay in the last ten years. They have become the
perpetual top team in the C-USA.
It doesn't look like it will slow down for UCF. They have appeared in four
bowl games recently and look to expand the repertoire of the C-USA. UCF can
make a name for the C-USA if it's success continues to grow.
47. Baylor
WACO, TX - OCTOBER 04: Quarterback Robert Griffin #10 of the Baylor Bears
drops back to pass against the Oklahoma Sooners at Floyd Casey Stadium on
October 4, 2008 in Waco, Texas. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
Ronald Martinez/Getty Images
Baylor, a Texas team, has enough fans and following to be up here.
They have a great quarterback in Robert Griffin who could help the Bears
steal games next season.
They are an underdog in the Big 12 and with less competition next year,
could become a serious threat for at least the season.
They have five conference titles to their name and have won eight bowl games
. Overall they are just 532-533 in their 112 years of existence.
46. South Carolina
ATLANTA, GA - DECEMBER 31: Bryce Sherman #22 of the South Carolina Gamecocks
against the Florida State Seminoles during the 2010 Chick-fil-A Bowl at
Georgia Dome on December 31, 2010 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C.
Cox/Getty Images)
Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images
South Carolina hasn't been great for a while, but under the leadership of
former head Gator Steve Spurrier, the Gamecocks are turning their fortune
around.
Last season they won the East division in the SEC. Pretty impressive
considering the strength of the SEC.
They have actually produced one Heisman winner, in 1980, George Rogers.
South Carolina is starting to compete in the SEC which, in turn, could make
then an influence in the final standings of the NCAA's most powerful
conference.
45. Cincinnati
CINCINNATI, OH - DECEMBER 04: Zach Collaros #12 of the Cincinnati Bearcats
throws the ball during the Big East Conference game against the Pittsburgh
Panthers at Nippert Stadium on December 4, 2010 in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Pittsburgh won 28-10. (Photo by A
Andy Lyons/Getty Images
Minus this year's down season for the Bearcats, they still remain a top
threat in the Big East after winning two straight conference titles in 2008
and 2009.
The Bearcats have won 11 conference titles overall and like I said before,
remain a top threat to all who oppose them in the Big East.
They have been around since the beginning of major college football and have
won almost 600 games to date.
44. Rutgers
PISCATAWAY, NJ - OCTOBER 08: Chas Dodd #19 of the Rutgers Scarlet Knights
runs the ball against the Connecticut Huskies at Rutgers Stadium on October
8, 2010 in Piscataway, New Jersey. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images)
Jim McIsaac/Getty Images
Rutgers, like Cincinnati, has been around a long, long time.
Technically they have one National Title to their claim. See back in 1869
the Scarlet Knights won a share of the National Championship with another
New Jersey school, Princeton.
Since then Rutgers has racked up 599 wins in their history and 29 conference
titles.
They're on their way back to being a threat and have some great talent to
develop to compete in a Big East that's getting tougher each year.
43. Kansas
KANSAS CITY, MO - NOVEMBER 27: Quarterback Jordan Webb #2 of the Kansas
Jayhawks is sacked by Andrew Gochkar #6 and Brad Madison #57 of the Missouri
Tigers during the game on November 27, 2010 at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas
City, Missouri. (Photo by Jam
Jamie Squire/Getty Images
Kansas began their program in 1890. Now, they have 568 wins in a tough Big
12 and formerly Big 8.
Even though they are a basketball school, they still find a way to fill in
those 50,000+ seats at Memorial Stadium.
Until Mark Mangino had to resign under pressure, Kansas was on the fast
track back to being relevant again. Turner Gill has taken upon a team that
last season was a bottom dweller in his first year.
Now, this old, old program takes a charge into a new decade of possible
success and, hopefully, helps retain the Big 12 from being decimated any
further.
42. Missouri
TEMPE, AZ - DECEMBER 28: Quarterback Blaine Gabbert #11 of the Missouri
Tigers drops back to pass during the Insight Bowl against the Iowa Hawkeyes
at Sun Devil Stadium on December 28, 2010 in Tempe, Arizona. The Hawkeyes
defeated the Tigers 27-24. (P
Christian Petersen/Getty Images
Missouri, much like Kansas, has been around since 1890.
They have amassed an overall record of 622 wins in their programs history
and in recent years have been able to compete at a high level bringing in
excellent talent.
Missouri has appeared in 31 bowl games and because of Missouri, the Big 12
was almost wrecked by it's departure.
Even a small team that no one appreciates, like Missouri, had enough pull (
with help from other teams of course) to bring down a conference.
41. Texas Tech
LUBBOCK, TX - SEPTEMBER 18: Quarterback Taylor Potts #12 of the Texas Tech
Red Raiders against the Texas Longhorns at Jones AT&T Stadium on September
18, 2010 in Lubbock, Texas. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
Ronald Martinez/Getty Images
It's a Texas football team. Of course it has influence.
Texas Tech can fill a stadium that can fit approximately 60,400 people easy
because of their location. The Raiders had a high powered air raid offense
that helped put huge points up.
They regularly compete for a Big 12 title and have amassed 519 wins since
1925. Texas Tech boasts11 Consensus All-Americans and 11 conference titles.
40. Ole Miss
BATON ROUGE, LA - NOVEMBER 20: Enrique Davis #27 of the Ole Miss Rebels
against the Louisiana State University Tigers at Tiger Stadium on November
20, 2010 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)
Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images
Here's a storied program for you, Ole Miss.They are a great team from the
South who has produced great NFL players. Players like Patrick Willis,
Archie and Eli Manning just to name a few.
Ole Miss has won three titles since it's inception in 1890 and has won 614
games. They boast 54 Consensus All-Americans and each season compete with
that kind of talent.
They've dipped off the last couple of seasons but still are capable of
competing for their division title and possibly a conference title in the
toughest conference.
39. Colorado
LINCOLN, NE - NOVEMBER 26: Courtney Osborne #12 and Lance Thorell #23 of the
Nebraska Cornhuskers wrap up Parke Robbins #22 of the Colorado Buffaloes
during their game at Memorial Stadium on November 26, 2010 in Lincoln,
Nebraska. Nebraska defeated Colora
Eric Francis/Getty Images
Colorado has done it all since 1890. But this year, they begin a new journey
in the PAC-12.
Due to the departure of Colorado and Nebraska, the Big 12 will shrink down
and almost dismantled itself over their departures. If Texas would have left
, those three schools could have brought down an entire conference.
But, Colorado has won a national title and has 665 wins. They also boast a
Heisman winner, Rashaan Salaam.
Under new coach John Embree, Colorado could compete in a newly formed PAC-12
conference.
They most likely will due to all the media attention and money that will be
funneled their way. Hopefully, they put this past decade behind them and
rebuild into their normal selves once again.
38. Illinois
CHICAGO, IL - NOVEMBER 20: Nathan Scheelhasse #2 of the Illinois Fighting
Illini runs against the Northwestern Wildcats during a game played at
Wrigley Field on November 20, 2010 in Chicago, Illinois. Illinois defeated
Northwestern 48-27. (Photo by Jonath
Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images
Illinois has some of the best alumni in the Big Ten and has a lot ,even
compared to most NCAA teams. They aren't really a football school compared
to how well their basketball team has done in the past decade.
Red Grange, George Halas, Dick Butkus and Ray Nitschke have passed through
the hallowed halls of Illinois.
They still compete for the Big Ten title and, next season, will compete for
a spot in the conference title game.
Illinois has a claim to five national titles and 563 wins. They have no
problem having a full crowd at Memorial Stadium which seats over 62,800
people.
They were even allowed to play a game against rival Northwestern at Wrigley
Field earlier this year.
37. Boston College
CHESTNUT HILL, MA - SEPTEMBER 25: The Boston College Eagles mascot and the
Virginia Tech Hokies mascot square off on September 25, 2010 at Alumni
Stadium in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
Elsa/Getty Images
Boston College was the original underdog.
With Doug Flutie's Hail Mary pass into the end zone that somehow found it's
way into a receivers hands, Boston College became part of college football
folklore.
The Hail Mary and perseverance that Boston College showed hopefully
influenced people into thinking that a miracle Hail Mary can indeed happen.
Boston College is on the big map now because of that pass. Down years have
followed the departure of Matt Ryan, a former Eagles quarterback.
36. Syracuse
CINCINNATI - OCTOBER 30: Ryan Nassib #12 of the Syracuse Orange throws a
pass during the Big East Conference game against the Cincinnati Bearcats at
Nippert Stadium on October 30, 2010 in Cincinnati, Ohio. (Photo by Andy
Lyons/Getty Images)
Andy Lyons/Getty Images
Honestly, Syracuse's influence should extend past the football field.
Syracuse helped prove that African-American players could play football.
With players like Jim Brown and Ernie Davis, Syracuse helped push the color
barrier. Ernie Davis became the first African-American to win the Heisman
trophy in 1961.
Unfortunately, he didn't get to suit up for the Cleveland Browns and died
shortly after he was signed.
Syracuse has dipped off in recent years due to a tougher conference. A
comeback could surely happen for the Orangemen.
35. Cal
BERKELEY, CA - NOVEMBER 20: Marvin Jones #1 of the California Golden Bears
in action against the Stanford Cardinal at California Memorial Stadium on
November 20, 2010 in Berkeley, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
Ezra Shaw/Getty Images
Just two words, "The Play."
Because of that there hasn't been a band to get in the way of any football
score.
Outside of "The Play", Cal has produced NFL talent like Nnamdi Asomugha,
Aaron Rodgers and DeSean Jackson.
They also compete regularly for the Pac-10 title and look to compete even in
the expanded Pac-12.
34. UCLA
PASADENA, CA - DECEMBER 04: Sean Westgate #11 of the UCLA Bruins breaks up a
pass intended for Jordan Cameron #84 of the USC Trojans during the first
half at the Rose Bowl on December 4, 2010 in Pasadena, California. USC
defeated UCLA 28-14. (Photo by J
Jeff Gross/Getty Images
UCLA helped shape early college football but haven't been the mainstay they
once were in the last decade.
UCLA is a basketball school at it's core but it has a national title to show
. Even with a 92,000 seat stadium and a fledgling football team UCLA still
finds way to fill every last seat. Shows how much support and the amount of
fans even the UCLA Bruins have.
33. BYU
FORT WORTH, TX - OCTOBER 16: Head coach Bronco Mendenhall of the BYU Cougars
heads his team against the TCU Horned Frogs at Amon G. Carter Stadium on
October 16, 2010 in Fort Worth, Texas. TCU beat BYU 31-3. (Photo by Tom
Pennington/Getty Images)
Tom Pennington/Getty Images
BYU has enough money and media exposure that next season, they will become
an independent school.
They have a national title in their history (1984) and boast Ty Detmer as
their only Heisman winner.
They will still compete and recruit at a high level come next season. A BCS
bowl game will always be in their reach and could likely become a lot easier
to obtain as an independent.
32. Pittsburgh
CINCINNATI, OH - DECEMBER 04: Tino Sunseri #12 of the Pittsburgh Panthers
throws the ball during the Big East Conference game against the Cincinnati
Bearcats at Nippert Stadium on December 4, 2010 in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Pittsburgh won 28-10. (Photo by An
Andy Lyons/Getty Images
They have produced some serious NFL talent. Dan Marino, Darrelle Revis and
Larry Fitzgerald all call Pittsburgh their Alma-mater.
Pittsburgh has decided the Big East before. They beat West Virginia just a
few years ago to play spoiler and stop West Virginia from a national title
berth and a Big East title in the process.
Pittsburgh will have a big part in the Big East next season and, when TCU
comes to play, will one of the teams that could bring down the Horned Frogs.
31. Arkansas
NEW ORLEANS, LA - JANUARY 04: Jarius Wright #4 of the Arkansas Razorbacks
runs after a catch against the Ohio State Buckeyes during the Allstate Sugar
Bowl at the Louisiana Superdome on January 4, 2011 in New Orleans,
Louisiana. (Photo by Matthew Stockm
Matthew Stockman/Getty Images
Arkansas was a once great program. In recent years Arkansas has made a
comeback with players like Darren McFadden and Ryan Mallet.
Arkansas is a force in the SEC under Mallet and next year, could be in a
little trouble.
The fact that teams in the SEC have to play Arkansas makes their schedule
all the more tougher as you can never sleep on the Razorbacks.
Arkansas helps shape the SEC like a bunch of other teams in their conference
. Under Bobby Petrino, Arkansas has brought back it's history to become an
SEC contender.
30. Texas A&M
ARLINGTON, TX - JANUARY 07: Quarterback Ryan Tannehill #17 of the Texas A&M
Aggies throws against the LSU Tigers during the AT&T Cotton Bowl at Cowboys
Stadium on January 7, 2011 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/
Getty Images)
Ronald Martinez/Getty Images
So far Texas A&M is now in it's "Dark Ages" of football.
A&M has won 674 games in it's history claiming one national title. They have
also sent a myriad of players to the NFL.
After last season's 9-4 finish, Texas A&M could rebound next year in a
smaller Big 12, which they helped keep around.
29. West Virginia
ORLANDO, FL - DECEMBER 28: Geno Smith #12 of the West Virginia Mountineers
passes the ball during the Champs Sports Bowl against the North Carolina
State Wolfpack at Florida Citrus Bowl Stadium on December 28, 2010 in
Orlando, Florida. (Photo by Mike Eh
Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images
In recent years, West Virginia has run show in the Big East.
They have 14 conference titles, with five since 2003. They consistently make
BCS bowl games and bring in top talent to run their athletic offense.
Mountaineer Field is packed to the teeth every weekend for the Mountaineer
games, each seat in the 60,000 seat stadium filled.
Since it's inception in 1892, West Virginia has won 691 games.
When TCU makes it's move to the Big East it's main competitor will be West
Virginia, that's guaranteed.
28. Oklahoma State
STILLWATER, OK - NOVEMBER 27: Wide receiver Cameron Kenney #6 of the
Oklahoma Sooners carries the ball against linebacker Shaun Lewis #11 of the
Oklahoma State Cowboys at Boone Pickens Stadium on November 27, 2010 in
Stillwater, Oklahoma. The Sooners be
Tom Pennington/Getty Images
Oklahoma State has produced one of the greatest running backs in the history
of the NFL, Barry Sanders. He also happens to be their only Heisman winner,
winning in 1988.
They have won 10 conference titles and under head coach Mike Gundy have
retaken command in the Big 12.
They fell one game shy last year of appearing in the Big 12 Championship
game. This year they will end much better with a smaller conference and less
competition for the top.
27. Utah
LAS VEGAS, NV - DECEMBER 22: Head coach Kyle Whittingham of the Utah Utes
stands on the field during a time-out in the MAACO Bowl Las Vegas against
the Boise State Broncos at Sam Boyd Stadium December 22, 2010 in Las Vegas,
Nevada. Boise State Won 26-3.
Ethan Miller/Getty Images
Utah's move from the Mountain West to the Pac-12 will be met with Utah
having stiffer competition. They will finally be able to prove their
strength in the Pac-12 and fight for National Championship appearance.
Over the last decade Utah has been one of the poster children for the small
schools busting the BCS.
Utah has consistently put out a good team and recruit great competition.
With the likes of USC, Oregon, Stanford and Cal, next year Utah will be in
for a long but rewarding ride.
26. Wisconsin
PASADENA, CA - JANUARY 01: Wide receiver Nick Toon #1 of the Wisconsin
Badgers lines up against the TCU Horned Frogs during the 97th Rose Bowl game
on January 1, 2011 in Pasadena, California. (Photo by Stephen Dunn/Getty
Images)
Stephen Dunn/Getty Images
Last season Wisconsin heavily influenced the Big Ten when they beat No.1
Ohio State. Ohio State went on to a three-way tie with Michigan State and
Wisconsin for the Big Ten title. Wisconsin ended up winning the title
outright due to their finish in the BCS rankings.
Although they later lost the Rose Bowl to TCU, Wisconsin is still a force in
the Big Ten. They compete year in and year out for first place.
Wisconsin always has good recruiting and, Camp Randall is one of the
toughest places to play in college football due to their great fans.
25. UNC
CHAPEL HILL, NC - NOVEMBER 13: The North Carolina Tar Heels run onto the
field before their game against the Virginia Tech Hokies at Kenan Stadium on
November 13, 2010 in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/
Getty Images)
Streeter Lecka/Getty Images
In 1895, UNC was the first school to use the forward pass when the punter
tossed the ball to George Stephens for a 70-yard touchdown.
Obviously, the forward pass is now a big deal. Thanks to UNC's high-powered
offenses have been built around the quarterback and they have become the
most important piece of the offense.
UNC has fought it's way back to relevance in college football recently after
allegations against the program before this past season.
North Carolina has also produced one of the greatest linebackers in NFL
history: Lawrence Taylor. His play helped revolutionize and shape the way
the linebacker position is now played. That means a thank you card is in
order, Clay Matthews.
24. Georgia Tech
ATHENS, GA - NOVEMBER 27: Justin Houston #42 of the Georgia Bulldogs
pressures quarterback Tevin Washington #13 of the Georgia Tech Yellow
Jackets at Sanford Stadium on November 27, 2010 in Athens, Georgia. (Photo
by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)
Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images
Georgia Tech has produced some quality NFL talent like Tashard Choice and
the always dangerous Calvin Johnson.
Georgia Tech is a mainstay in the ACC and has helped develop it, fighting
every year for the ACC title.
They don't have the history or the fan-base of their counterparts, the
Georgia Bulldogs, but they still have a great fan-base that has seen four
national titles (the most recent in 1990) and has seen 672 wins for the
Yellow Jackets.
23. Virginia Tech
MIAMI, FL - JANUARY 03: Tyrod Taylor #5 of the Virginia Tech Hokies looks on
against the Stanford Cardinal during the 2011 Discover Orange Bowl at Sun
Life Stadium on January 3, 2011 in Miami, Florida. Stanford won 40-12. (
Photo by Marc Serota/Getty Ima
Marc Serota/Getty Images
Virginia Tech has now taken over the reigns as the superior team in the ACC.
They have produced some of the best mobile quarterbacks in the last decade,
Michael Vick and Tyrod Taylor.
Virginia Tech's failure in the Orange Bowl left a blemish on the ACC . They
lost to James Madison in their second game after dropping the first game to
Boise State by only a small margin.
A great season next year will put not only Virginia Tech back on the map,
but also give the ACC a little more credit.
22. Iowa
TEMPE, AZ - DECEMBER 28: (L-R) Ricky Stanzi #12, Marvin McNutt #7 and Adrian
Clayborn #94 of the Iowa Hawkeyes walk out onto the field for the Insight
Bowl against the Missouri Tigers at Sun Devil Stadium on December 28, 2010
in Tempe, Arizona. The Hawke
Christian Petersen/Getty Images
Under Kirk Ferentz, Iowa has been able to compete for the Big Ten title.
Since 1889, Iowa has won 581 games. In their rural area of Iowa they are
still able to recruit at a good rate and field a competitive team to compete
in the Big Ten.
Iowa has a National Championship win in 1958 and last won the Big Ten title
in 2004.
No matter what, next season in the newly divided Big Ten, Iowa will still
compete for a spot in the conference title game at the end of the year.
Iowa is a good team every year and should be able to compete for years to
come under coach Kirk Ferentz.
21. Oregon
GLENDALE, AZ - JANUARY 10: LaMichael James #21 of the Oregon Ducks runs down
field against the Auburn Tigers during the Tostitos BCS National
Championship Game at University of Phoenix Stadium on January 10, 2011 in
Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Ronald M
Ronald Martinez/Getty Images
Oregon this past season fought for a National Championship and has competed
in the Pac-10 for the last few seasons.
They will next season, compete in the newly formed Pac-12, which means more
competition for the Ducks.
They have started a sort of new offense that involves quick drives and
pictures to signal different plays.
They have won the past two Pac-10 titles and with LaMichael James and Darron
Thomas coming back next season, they could make it three straight.
20. Stanford
MIAMI, FL - JANUARY 03: Andrew Luck #12 of the Stanford Cardinal celebrates
after he threw a 38-yard touchdown pass in the fourth quarter against the
Virginai Tech Hokies during the 2011 Discover Orange Bowl at Sun Life
Stadium on January 3, 2011 in Miam
Streeter Lecka/Getty Images
Stanford is one historic program. Dating back to 1892 Stanford has won one
national title (1926) and 665 games.
Over the past few seasons Jim Harbaugh has brought Stanford back from the
dead and resurrected them into a great, fearful program led by future first
overall pick, quarterback Andrew Luck.
After this past Orange Bowl victory, David Shaw should be able to bring in
some solid talent to help solidify the Stanford roster.
From now forward, Stanford could be a serious contender in the Pac-12,
especially next season.
19. Auburn
GLENDALE, AZ - JANUARY 10: Cameron Newton #2 of the Auburn Tigers scrambles
against the Oregon Ducks during the Tostitos BCS National Championship Game
at University of Phoenix Stadium on January 10, 2011 in Glendale, Arizona. (
Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Get
Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images
Just last season Auburn became a huge name after their National Championship
win against Oregon.
Now next season high hopes for the Auburn faithful will arise. A world
without Cam Newton will likely give them a huge hit, but with Michael Dwyer
anything is possible.
They now have three Heisman winners with the great Bo Jackson, Cam Newton
and Pat Sullivan.
Auburn has won 710 games since they first began in 1892 and two national
titles (1957 and 2010).
They will fight for the SEC title to try and repeat next season. They
brought another title the SEC, glorifying it even more.
18. Michigan State
ORLANDO, FL - JANUARY 01: Kirk Cousins #8 of the Michigan State Spartans
hands the ball off to Edwin Baker #4 during the Capitol One Bowl against the
Alabama Crimson Tide at the Florida Citrus Bowl on January 1, 2011 in
Orlando, Florida. (Photo by Mike
Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images
Michigan State has a had a good season reminding them of their past fortunes.
They have won six national titles and were the most dominant team in the
1950s when they won four of them. They haven't won one since 1966, but after
last season they're reclaiming their right as a top team in the Big Ten.
Now with the expanded Big Ten, Michigan State could have a harder road there
. They have so much pull in the Big Ten and recruiting wise after last
season though that this could be a non-factor in years to come.
17. Miami
EL PASO, TX - DECEMBER 30: Sebastian the Ibis of the Miami Hurricanes during
play against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish at Sun Bowl on December 30, 2010
in El Paso, Texas. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
Ronald Martinez/Getty Images
No matter what, "The U" will always be relevant and influential. They still
get the media's attention and, like the next team in this slide show, have
helped build the ACC.
Since Miami has had it's down years, the ACC has as well. Miami was once a
powerhouse program and now struggle to stay above .500.
They fired their head coach and have hired Al Golden to take over. Golden is
hoping to be able to pull in a top class like they normally do and bring
back a program to prominence.
They have countless players in the NFL and are one of the top schools in
sending players to the NFL. They have won five national titles and are
hoping to bring in one more soon.
16. Florida State
ATLANTA, GA - DECEMBER 31: Taiwan Easterling #8 of the Florida State
Seminoles against the South Carolina Gamecocks during the 2010 Chick-fil-A
Bowl at Georgia Dome on December 31, 2010 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by
Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)
Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images
Florida State has had more then 60 NFL draft picks since 1999. Their players
have influenced the NFL a great deal.
Not only that, since their hibernation and down years have started, the ACC
has taken a huge hit in not only credibility, but strength.
They have left a Virginia Tech team in charge of the once great conference.
Florida State can rebound under Jimbo Fisher and regardless of record they
still pull in a great recruiting class year after year.
15. Tennessee
COLUMBIA, SC - OCTOBER 30: Luke Stocker #88 of the Tennessee Volunteers
against the South Carolina Gamecocks during their game at Williams-Brice
Stadium on October 30, 2010 in Columbia, South Carolina. (Photo by Streeter
Lecka/Getty Images)
Streeter Lecka/Getty Images
Two words that everybody knows I'm going to say, Peyton Manning.
That influence alone is enough to ride you this far. Manning will go down as
one of the greatest quarterbacks in NFL history.
Not only that, Tennessee is still a great program and can still sell out
Neyland Stadium in their down years.
Tennessee influences everything, especially the SEC. They can compete for an
SEC title in the upcoming years and will continue to pull in a great
recruiting class regardless of their finish.
14. Nebraska
ARLINGTON, TX - DECEMBER 04: Quarterback Taylor Martinez #3 of the Nebraska
Cornhuskers looks for an open receiver against the Oklahoma Sooners at
Cowboys Stadium on December 4, 2010 in Arlington, Texas. The Sooners beat
the Cornhuskers 23-20. (Photo by
Tom Pennington/Getty Images
They have such a rich and storied tradition. They have produced three
Heisman winners, five national titles and 43 conference titles since their
founding.
Nebraska was a highly sought after school in the big expansion races of this
past year. Now they will compete in the expanded Big Ten for a conference
title.
Nebraska is an academic school as well and is still able to pull in top tier
players.
13. Boise State
LAS VEGAS, NV - DECEMBER 22: Quarterback Kellen Moore #11 of the Boise State
Broncos smiles while standing behind a trophy as he celebrates the team's
26-3 victory over the Utah Utes in the MAACO Bowl Las Vegas at Sam Boyd
Stadium December 22, 2010 in La
Ethan Miller/Getty Images
Boise State has a lot to be thankful for. Because of this team, the smaller
schools now get a shot at the BCS bowl games. They are more accepting to
allowing these teams play because of Boise State's Fiesta Bowl victory over
an Adrian Peterson-led Oklahoma team.
Boise has changed the landscape of BCS football and has helped pave way for
future teams. Their move to the Mountain West will be a great step forward
in the furthering of this program.
Next up, BCS party crashing from the Mountain West for Boise State.
12. TCU
PASADENA, CA - JANUARY 01: Safety Tyler Luttrell #17 of the TCU Horned Frogs
celebrates with wide receiver Bart Johnson #6 in the final moments of their
21-19 win over the Wisconsin Badgers in the 97th Rose Bowl game on January
1, 2011 in Pasadena, Calif
Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images
Really, Boise State and TCU should be a tie. The only thing that separates
the two is TCU's history.
TCU has an outstanding history and has helped pave the way for small schools
. They have dominated every facet of football in the Mountain West since it'
s inception.
TCU beating Wisconsin in the Rose Bowl helped put the haters to bed and
showed that even though they went undefeated in a weak conference, they
could still beat the big boys.
11. LSU
ARLINGTON, TX - JANUARY 07: Terrence Toliver #80 and T-Bob Hebert #53 of the
Louisiana State University Tigers celebrate after Toliver scored a
touchdown against the Texas A&M Aggies during the AT&T Cotton Bowl at
Cowboys Stadium on January 7, 2011 in Ar
Chris Graythen/Getty Images
They influence the SEC every season. LSU competes for conference titles year
after year. Anything short of that is considered a failure for the Bayou
Bengals.
LSU, since it's founding of a college football program has competed. They
have a fan-base that fills up their 92,000 seat stadium. They have the
history to boot and have helped make a name for the SEC as a tough
conference.
10. Penn State
STATE COLLEGE, PA - NOVEMBER 27: Head coach Joe Paterno of the Penn State
Nittany Lions stands on the sideline during a game against the Michigan
State Spartans on November 27, 2010 at Beaver Stadium in State College,
Pennsylvania. The Spartans won 28-22.
Hunter Martin/Getty Images
Really do I have to explain Penn State?
Joe Pa has helped create a program that competes every year. He's made Penn
State into "Linebacker U" and has sent countless players to the NFL.
Joe Pa has proved two things. One, legends never die and two, even head
coaches can get hurt really bad on the sideline and become questionable for
the next game.
9. Georgia
ATHENS, GA - NOVEMBER 27: Head coach Mark Richt of the Georgia Bulldogs
celebrates their 42-34 win over the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets at Sanford
Stadium on November 27, 2010 in Athens, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/
Getty Images)
Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images
Georgia has produced some freak athletes and helps shape the SEC every
season.
No matter what Georgia has a competing team. They continuously bring in top
notch players to help compete for the SEC title.
Georgia makes up the numerous teams that give the SEC it's reputation and
help shape the Top 25 or even the National Championship picture every season.
8. Florida
TAMPA, FL - JANUARY 1: Quarterback John Brantley #12 of the Florida Gators
sets to pass against the Penn State Nittany Lions January 1, 2010 in the
25th Outback Bowl at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Al
Messerschmidt/Getty Images)
Al Messerschmidt/Getty Images
They have recruited two freaky athletic quarterbacks over the years, Tim
Tebow and Cam Newton. Newton of course left but Tim Tebow is one of the best
players in college football history. That's right, bring it on.
Florida has shown that even quarterbacks who have a bruising running style
can play the quarterback position.
Not only that, their influence is widely shown in the NFL with the likes of
Percy Harvin, Tim Tebow and Aaron Hernandez, just to name a few.
7. Oklahoma
GLENDALE, AZ - JANUARY 01: Landry Jones #12 of the Oklahoma Sooners looks to
throw the ball against the Connecticut Huskies during the Tostitos Fiesta
Bowl at the Universtity of Phoenix Stadium on January 1, 2011 in Glendale,
Arizona. (Photo by Ronald M
Ronald Martinez/Getty Images
Depending where you stand on having small schools play in big BCS bowl games
, Oklahoma's influence could be good or bad.
Also, Oklahoma had the jump on the football team made completely of bad boys
, even before Miami, with players like Brian Bosworth.
Regardless though, Oklahoma is a leading force in the Big 12 and their loss
to Boise State opened the floodgates for the criticism of the BCS.
They've produced five Heisman Winners and seven National Championships,
winning 811 games in their history.
6. Ohio State
NEW ORLEANS, LA - JANUARY 04: Quarterback Terrelle Pryor #2 of the Ohio
State Buckeyes looks to pass against the Arkansas Razorbacks during the
Allstate Sugar Bowl at the Louisiana Superdome on January 4, 2011 in New
Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Matthe
Matthew Stockman/Getty Images
Ohio State has been one dominant force in the Big Ten since Jim Tressel took
over.
They have produced Heisman winners and appearance in BCS bowl games that,
they would go on to lose to SEC teams (Except for this season against
Arkansas).
They have one of the best players in the history of college football, Archie
Griffin, the only two-time Heisman winner.
They will continue to dominate the Big Ten for years to come and now with
the conference championship game, will most likely appear in more national
title games to add one more to the seven they have already.
Numerous NFL players have passed through their hallowed halls like Orlando
Pace, Nick Mangold and Santonio Holmes.
5. Alabama
TUSCALOOSA, AL - OCTOBER 02: Big Al, mascot of the Alabama Crimson Tide,
against the Florida Gators at Bryant-Denny Stadium on October 2, 2010 in
Tuscaloosa, Alabama. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)
Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images
Well what can you say about the Crimson Tide.
They only briefly had a down period and under leadership of Nick Saban have
helped shaped the SEC as we know it. Because of the resurgence of Alabama,
the SEC has helped gain notoriety of being the toughest and best conference
in the nation.
They produce NFL-ready players and have been led by great coaches such as
Bear Bryant.
No matter what, Alabama is like the forefather of football in the South.
4. Michigan
1991: Desmond Howard #21 of the Michigan Wolverines runs makes the 'Heisman'
pose right after making a 93 yard touchdown against Ohio State circa 1991
in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Wolverines won 31 -3. (Photo by Getty Images)
Getty Images/Getty Images
What can you say about the historic program of Michigan football?
They have averaged at least 100,000 fans for each of their home games for a
long, long time. They have the most wins of any program in Division I
football with 884 wins.
No matter what happens, no matter how bad they are playing, they still
garner so much media attention. Take for example the last three seasons.
They have had the worst years in Michigan history yet, through their
downfall, they are still talked about constantly because of their failures.
Michigan could start to turn around under new head coach Brady Hoke. At this
point, anything is possible for Michigan. Anything that isn't a losing
record is a success for Michigan now that they are rebuilding.
In the new Big 10, Michigan will be one of the teams everyone wants to be in
a division with due to their media draw.
3. USC
LOS ANGELES, CA - NOVEMBER 29: The USC Trojans mascot performs after the
game against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum
on November 29, 2008 in Los Angeles, California. The Trojans defeated the
Fighting Irish 38-3. (Photo by
Christian Petersen/Getty Images
USC has been a mainstay not only in college football, but producing talent
in the NFL.
They boast more then 70 NFL draftees including players like, Troy Polamalu,
Lofa Tatupu, Mark Sanchez and even one of their backups that never started,
Matt Cassel got drafted.
They are a top team in the Pac-10 and, even with the sanctions, are still
able to pull in 5-star talent even though they won't be bowl eligible for a
little longer.
USC from the dawn of college football has been a major powerhouse in
producing not only talent, but producing that talent into Heisman winners.
They boast seven Heisman winners (Including Reggie Bush).
No matter how you cut it, USC brings in the TV deals and the mega deals.
2. Notre Dame | c*******0
发帖数: 5247 | 2 Bullshit,
Iowa和stanford能上榜，Colorado凭什么不能上榜？All-time record，national
titles，Conference titles，Heisman winners，Consensus All-Americans，我们哪
样比这俩学校差了？
BSU从哪个方面讲比比Colorado强的？居然在Neb和The U的前面？
纯粹扯蛋 | t****r
发帖数: 1506 | | m********t
发帖数: 9426 | 4 Umich在Bama前面
威武
【在 B****2 的大作中提到】
: 一家之见，但可供参考。
: http://bleacherreport.com/articles/582932-texas-longhorns-and-t
: 1. Texas
: 2. ND
: 3. USC
: 4. Umich
: 5. Bama
: 6. tOSU
: 7. OU
: 8. UFl
| b**j
发帖数: 20742 | 5 这个网站谁都能写篇文章。你去写一篇，想把谁放第一都行。很不靠谱
【在 m********t 的大作中提到】
: Umich在Bama前面
: 威武
| W********s
发帖数: 2256 | 6 ND is not #1? 别的不说，把TCU，Boise State和Stanford排在前20名，就说明作者对CFB的知识实在有限。 | B****2
发帖数: 8892 | 7 我猜可能是因为TCU，Boise State唤起了人们对小联盟的重视，相关的关于BCS的讨论
由于他们的崛起而激烈。Stanford告诉人们顶尖大学在橄榄球上也可以有所作为。这里
谈的是（近来？）对大学橄榄球的影响，而不是实力。
对CFB的知识实在有限。
【在 W********s 的大作中提到】
: ND is not #1? 别的不说，把TCU，Boise State和Stanford排在前20名，就说明作者对CFB的知识实在有限。
| B****a
发帖数: 1526 | 8 Bleacher Report的东西本来就是看着玩的嘛。
【在 B****2 的大作中提到】
: 我猜可能是因为TCU，Boise State唤起了人们对小联盟的重视，相关的关于BCS的讨论
: 由于他们的崛起而激烈。Stanford告诉人们顶尖大学在橄榄球上也可以有所作为。这里
: 谈的是（近来？）对大学橄榄球的影响，而不是实力。
:
: 对CFB的知识实在有限。
| F***a
发帖数: 1893 | 9 内牛满面啊，Umich居然还这么受待见。
【在 B****2 的大作中提到】
: 一家之见，但可供参考。
: http://bleacherreport.com/articles/582932-texas-longhorns-and-t
: 1. Texas
: 2. ND
: 3. USC
: 4. Umich
: 5. Bama
: 6. tOSU
: 7. OU
: 8. UFl
| t******t
发帖数: 3045 | 10 居然看到boise state和tcu
据说tcu经常有免费学生票 |
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