"K2T Wisata"
Another busy week in college football. Here are five games to keep an eye on during Week 12 action.
Boise State coach Chris Petersen and the No. 4 Broncos will play host to Fresno State Friday. (James Snook/US PRESSWIRE)
Fresno State at No. 4 Boise State
When: Friday
Where: Bronco Stadium; Boise, Idaho
Time: 9:30
TV: ESPN2
Buzz: For Boise State, the goal is pretty simple. Handle the rest of your schedule and wait from someone above you in the BCS standings to slip up. The Broncos can’t overlook the Bulldogs, who lost a close one to Nevada, 35-34 last week. Boise State has won eight of the last nine meetings between the schools and looks to continue the nation’s longest winning streak (23). Keep an eye on Robbie Rouse. The Fresno State running back has rushed for back-to-back 200-yard games.
When: Friday
Where: Bronco Stadium; Boise, Idaho
Time: 9:30
TV: ESPN2
Buzz: For Boise State, the goal is pretty simple. Handle the rest of your schedule and wait from someone above you in the BCS standings to slip up. The Broncos can’t overlook the Bulldogs, who lost a close one to Nevada, 35-34 last week. Boise State has won eight of the last nine meetings between the schools and looks to continue the nation’s longest winning streak (23). Keep an eye on Robbie Rouse. The Fresno State running back has rushed for back-to-back 200-yard games.
No. 9 Ohio State at No. 20 Iowa
When: Saturday
Where: Kinnick Stadium; Iowa City, Iowa
Time: 3:30 p.m.
TV: ABC
Buzz: Iowa’s 21-17 loss last week to Northwestern has thrust the Hawkeyes into the roll of spoiler this week. A loss by the Buckeyes and their chances of winning at least a piece of their sixth straight Big Ten conference title. Defense will be the name of the game with Ohio State (238.0 ypg) and Iowa (307) ranked No. 1 and 2 in the conference in total defense. Both quarterbacks — Iowa’s Ricky Stanzi (167.2) and OSU’s Terrelle Pryor (166.4) — lead the league in passing efficiency.
When: Saturday
Where: Kinnick Stadium; Iowa City, Iowa
Time: 3:30 p.m.
TV: ABC
Buzz: Iowa’s 21-17 loss last week to Northwestern has thrust the Hawkeyes into the roll of spoiler this week. A loss by the Buckeyes and their chances of winning at least a piece of their sixth straight Big Ten conference title. Defense will be the name of the game with Ohio State (238.0 ypg) and Iowa (307) ranked No. 1 and 2 in the conference in total defense. Both quarterbacks — Iowa’s Ricky Stanzi (167.2) and OSU’s Terrelle Pryor (166.4) — lead the league in passing efficiency.
No. 16 Virginia Tech at No. 24 Miami
When: Saturday
Where: Sun Life Stadium
Time: 3:30 p.m.
TV: ESPN
Buzz: It’s a pretty simple scenario for Virginia Tech. Beat Miami on the road and the Hokies claim their fourth ACC Coastal Division titles in six years. If the Hurricanes win, Miami needs for Virginia to beat Virginia Tech on Nov. 27 for a chance to win the Coastal title and a trip to Charlotte for the ACC title game. Miami will turn to freshman quarterback Stephen Morris to lead them with starter Jacory Harris still bothered by a concussion. Morris will also rely on Damien Berry, Graig Cooper, Lamar Miller and Leonard Hankerson to help power the ‘Canes.
When: Saturday
Where: Sun Life Stadium
Time: 3:30 p.m.
TV: ESPN
Buzz: It’s a pretty simple scenario for Virginia Tech. Beat Miami on the road and the Hokies claim their fourth ACC Coastal Division titles in six years. If the Hurricanes win, Miami needs for Virginia to beat Virginia Tech on Nov. 27 for a chance to win the Coastal title and a trip to Charlotte for the ACC title game. Miami will turn to freshman quarterback Stephen Morris to lead them with starter Jacory Harris still bothered by a concussion. Morris will also rely on Damien Berry, Graig Cooper, Lamar Miller and Leonard Hankerson to help power the ‘Canes.
No. 8 Nebraska at No. 19 Texas A&M
When: Saturday
Where: Kyle Field; College Station, Texas
Time: 8 p.m.
TV: ABC (Check local listings)
Buzz: With a return trip to the Big 12 Championship clearly in their sights, Nebraska hits the road for the final time. The Huskers need to beat the Aggies to claim the right to head to Arlington, Texas next month. Texas A&M is one of the hottest teams in the country, winning their last four games thanks in part to quarterback Ryan Tannehill. The junior has stepped into the starting roll over the last three games and has the Aggies still in contention for the South Division title.
When: Saturday
Where: Kyle Field; College Station, Texas
Time: 8 p.m.
TV: ABC (Check local listings)
Buzz: With a return trip to the Big 12 Championship clearly in their sights, Nebraska hits the road for the final time. The Huskers need to beat the Aggies to claim the right to head to Arlington, Texas next month. Texas A&M is one of the hottest teams in the country, winning their last four games thanks in part to quarterback Ryan Tannehill. The junior has stepped into the starting roll over the last three games and has the Aggies still in contention for the South Division title.
No. 24 Florida State at Maryland
When: Saturday
Where: Byrd Stadium; College Park, Maryland
Time: 8 p.m.
TV: ABC (Check local listings)
Buzz: The ACC Atlantic Division race is still up in the air with three teams with two losses each. Maryland and N.C. State both control their own destines, with each needing to win their remaining two games to get into the title game. Florida State needs to win Saturday and the Wolfpack to lose for the Seminoles to have a shot towards playing in Charlotte. Quarterback Christian Ponder continues to be a question mark for the ‘Noles but backup E.J. Manuel is a suitable replacement (4-1 as a starter).
When: Saturday
Where: Byrd Stadium; College Park, Maryland
Time: 8 p.m.
TV: ABC (Check local listings)
Buzz: The ACC Atlantic Division race is still up in the air with three teams with two losses each. Maryland and N.C. State both control their own destines, with each needing to win their remaining two games to get into the title game. Florida State needs to win Saturday and the Wolfpack to lose for the Seminoles to have a shot towards playing in Charlotte. Quarterback Christian Ponder continues to be a question mark for the ‘Noles but backup E.J. Manuel is a suitable replacement (4-1 as a starter).
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