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Tue, 2013-05-28 06:16
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Fri, 2013-05-24 06:45
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Thu, 2013-05-23 06:03
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Thu, 2013-05-23 06:04
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Wed, 2013-05-22 06:50
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Tue, 2013-05-21 06:01
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Mon, 2013-05-20 06:45
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Fri, 2013-05-17 07:00
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Tue, 2013-05-21 06:00
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Thu, 2013-05-16 06:20
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Wed, 2013-05-15 07:00
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Tue, 2013-05-14 05:45
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Mon, 2013-05-13 06:00
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Fri, 2013-05-10 06:00
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Thu, 2013-05-09 06:00
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Wed, 2013-05-08 06:00
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Tue, 2013-05-07 06:00

#1 Alabama

Crimson Tide

Alabama is poised to win its third consecutive national title.

Alabama has a few holes to fill on the offensive line, but the Crimson Tide is still the team to beat in 2013.
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#2 Ohio State

Buckeyes

Ohio State is Alabama's top challenger for the national championship.

The Buckeyes must rebuild their defense, but the offense - led by Heisman Trophy candidate Braxton Miller - should be enough to win the Big Ten in 2013.
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#3 Oregon

Ducks

The Ducks have a new coach but remain the favorite to win the Pac-12.

Chip Kelly is gone, but the Ducks return the Pac-12's top offense and plenty of talent on defense.
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#4 Georgia

Bulldogs

The defense must be rebuilt, but Georgia's offense could be the best in the SEC.

With a young defense, Georgia will have to rely on a veteran offense to win the SEC East in 2013.
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#5 South Carolina

Gamecocks

Jadeveon Clowney is the best defensive player in the nation.

Expectations are high at South Carolina, as the Gamecocks return 11 starters from last season's 11-2 squad.
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#6 Clemson

Tigers

The return of Tajh Boyd gives Clemson a chance to make a national title run.

Clemson is a heavy favorite to win the ACC, but non-conference games against Georgia and South Carolina will determine its place in the national title picture.
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#7 Stanford

Cardinal

Quarterback Kevin Hogan looks to lead Stanford to another Pac-12 title.

Stanford's defense is one of the best in the nation, but the offense has to find more playmakers to win the Pac-12 in 2013.
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#8 Texas A&M

Aggies

Johnny Manziel is back, but Texas A&M's defense is a question mark.

Scoring points shouldn't be a problem in College Station. However, a defense that returns only five starters could prevent Texas A&M from winning the SEC West.
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#9 Louisville

Cardinals

Quarterback Teddy Bridgewater should be in the mix for the Heisman Trophy.

With the return of quarterback Teddy Bridgewater, the pieces are in place for Louisville to make a run at an unbeaten record in 2013.
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#10 Notre Dame

Fighting Irish

The Fighting Irish will lean on their defense once again in 2013.

Despite the loss of linebacker Manti Te'o, the Fighting Irish should be in the mix to play for the national title once again.
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#11 Boise State

Broncos

The Broncos should make a run at an unbeaten season and a BCS bowl.

The Broncos have a few holes to fill on defense, but the offense could carry this team to a unbeaten record in 2013.
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#12 LSU

Tigers

Tiger look to reload for another run at the SEC West title.

How quickly LSU can rebuild its defense and find consistency at quarterback will determine how high the Tigers climb in the SEC West.
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#13 Florida

Gators

The Gators need a big season from quarterback Jeff Driskel.

Florida should have one of the SEC's top defenses. But the offense is once again a huge question mark.
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#14 Michigan

Wolverines

The Wolverines Are The Favorite To Win the Legends Division

The Wolverines have holes to fill on both sides of the ball, but a favorable schedule should give Michigan a chance to contend for a BCS bowl.
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#15 Florida State

Seminoles

Florida State loses some key contributors, but plenty of talent returns to Tallahassee.

Florida State must fill key voids on the defensive line and at quarterback, but the Seminoles should push for 10 wins in 2013.
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#16 Oklahoma State

Cowboys

The Cowboys are Athlon's pick to win the Big 12 in 2013.

The Big 12 could be the most unpredictable BCS league in 2013. Led by a high-scoring offense, Oklahoma State is Athlon's pick to win the league.
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#17 Oklahoma

Sooners

Despite key personnel departures, Oklahoma is still a contender in the Big 12.

The development of quarterback Blake Bell and the the front seven on defense will be crucial to Oklahoma's Big 12 title hopes.
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#18 Texas

Longhorns

The Longhorns will rely on a deep backfield to push for the Big 12 title.

Is Texas ready to win the Big 12? Getting more production from quarterback David Ash, along with improved play from the defense will be crucial to contend for the conference title.
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#19 Wisconsin

Badgers

James White leads Wisconsin's rushing attack for 2013.

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#20 TCU

Horned Frogs

End Devonte Fields is one of the top defensive players in the nation.

Nearly all of TCU's key personnel returns, which should give the Horned Frogs a chance to win the Big 12 in 2013.
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#21 Nebraska

Cornhuskers

Quarterback Taylor Martinez was one of the Big Ten's most-improved players in 2012.

Nebraska's offense should be among the best in the Big Ten. But the defense is a major issue, especially in the front seven where several... Read More

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#22 Fresno State

Bulldogs

Quarterback Derek Carr leads an explosive Fresno State offense.

Boise State is the favorite in the Mountain West. But don't count out Fresno State, which returns 16 starters for 2013.

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#23 Arizona State

Sun Devils

Arizona State is the frontrunner in a very competitive Pac-12 South.

Arizona State returns Pac-12 Defensive Player of the Year in Will Sutton, along with a dangerous offense.

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#24 Northwestern

Wildcats

Running back Venric Mark leads a Northwestern team with 15 returning starters.

Led by an explosive offense, Northwestern will be a tough out in the Big Ten in 2013.

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#25 Oregon State

Beavers

The Beavers hope to push Oregon and Stanford in the Pac-12 North.

The Beavers need to find a quarterback, but there's plenty of firepower returning on offense. The defense must replace standout cornerback Jordan Poyer.

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