USA Today Coaches Poll

[gatorunvrsty]

USATODAY.com (http://www.usatoday.com/sports/college/football/usatpoll.htm)

1. Southern California (44) 3-0 1,481 1
2. LSU (8) 4-0 1,438 2
3. Florida (4) 4-0 1,347 3
4. Oklahoma (4) 4-0 1,336 4
5. West Virginia 4-0 1,260 5
6. California 4-0 1,137 8
7. Texas 4-0 1,103 6
8. Ohio State
4-0 1,092 9
9. Wisconsin 4-0 1,026 7
10. Rutgers 3-0 901 11
11. Boston College 4-0 881 12
12. Oregon 4-0 878 13
13. Clemson 4-0 767 14(tie)
14. Virginia Tech 3-1 585 17
15. Kentucky 4-0 545 23
16. Georgia 3-1 516 21
17. Hawaii 4-0 479 18
18. South Florida
3-0 451 24
19. Penn State 3-1 397 10
20. Missouri 4-0 369 25
21. South Carolina
3-1 335 14 (tie)
22. Nebraska
3-1 209 22
23. Michigan State 4-0 167 NR
24. Alabama 3-1 154 20
25.(tie) Arizona State
4-0 151 NR
25.(tie) Purdue
4-0 151 NR

Dropped out

Dropped out: No.16 Texas A&M (3-1, lost to Miami, Fla. 34-17), No. 19 Louisville (2-2, lost to Syracuse 38-35)



Others receiving votes

Others receiving votes: Cincinnati (4-0) 84; UCLA (3-1) 69; Miami (Fla.) (3-1) 52; Kansas (4-0) 20; Texas A&M (3-1) 20; Boise State (2-1) 18; Louisville (2-2) 18; Michigan (2-2) 17; Georgia Tech (2-2) 10; Florida State (2-1) 8; Virginia (3-1) 7; TCU (2-2) 6; Central Florida (2-1) 5; Tennessee (2-2) 4; Iowa (2-2) 3; Air Force (3-1) 2; Mississippi State (3-1) 1.

Thoughts?

[Seppeh]

Mwahaha, Jawjuh ahead of SC.

Nifty.

[Sabama]

Too much of a slide for an OT loss to UGA.

[SECorBust]

Alabama should be ranked just inside the top 25

[Sabama]

Who the hell has Rutgers beat to be ranked so high?

[Crimson Kicker8]

Too much of a slide for an OT loss to UGA.

In all fairness, I thought Bama's #16 ranking was too high for a close win over Arkansas so I'm not going to say anything about the Dawgs moving to that spot.

[Crimson Kicker8]

Rutgers is badly overrated this year. They're basing it off of Rice and last years season. If they ever get around to playing a quality team I think they'll be exposed.

[shanksta13]

Croom must have voted for Mississippi State...

[Seppeh]

Rutgers is badly overrated this year. They're basing it off of Rice and last years season. If they ever get around to playing a quality team I think they'll be exposed.

I think they'll win the Big East.

[PuddingTime]

We're FREAKING FIFTEEN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[TigersFanTaylor]

We're FREAKING FIFTEEN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Congrats Cats. Proud day for Kentucky fans.

Tennessee atleast moved back up to getting some votes this week.

[Crimson Kicker8]

I think they'll win the Big East.

Perhaps, but I think West Virginia will eat them alive.

[True Grit]

Take Nebraska out, put Cinci in.

[TigersFanTaylor]

Take Nebraska out, put Cinci in.

I was thinking the same thing...

[cocky4ever]

Couple of things....

-UF shouldnt be #3 right now, Oklahoma should. Of course I would expect Florida to jump back over them after redeeming themselves against quality opponents. but so far Oklahoma has looked better than Florida.

-I dont see how Georgia can be ahead of SC with the same record when we did a decent job of holding our own against what is probably the best team in the country. Plus we beat UGA in their own place. Im thinkin it has a lot to do with ESPN hyping up Bama before this game.

-What in the HELL has Wisconsin done to prove they are one of the 10 best teams in the country?! Pretty much nothing..


Of course, it will all balance out over the year for the most part so it doesnt really matter.

[UKat]

Couple of things....

-UF shouldnt be #3 right now, Oklahoma should. Of course I would expect Florida to jump back over them after redeeming themselves against quality opponents. but so far Oklahoma has looked better than Florida.

-I dont see how Georgia can be ahead of SC with the same record when we did a decent job of holding our own against what is probably the best team in the country. Plus we beat UGA in their own place. Im thinkin it has a lot to do with ESPN hyping up Bama before this game.

-What in the HELL has Wisconsin done to prove they are one of the 10 best teams in the country?! Pretty much nothing..


Of course, it will all balance out over the year for the most part so it doesnt really matter.I would have to agree with you, I was impressed that y'all took LSU to the wire........the trickery that LSU proved to be the difference but congrats on giving them their toughest test of the season so far.

[PuddingTime]

The AP Poll seems to have things more in order...at least as I see 'em:

1. USC (43) 3-0 1,601
2. LSU (22) 4-0 1,580
3. Oklahoma 4-0 1,456
4. Florida 4-0 1,417
5. West Virginia 4-0 1,388
6. California 4-0 1,263
7. Texas 4-0 1,196
8. Ohio State 4-0 1,193
9. Wisconsin 4-0 1,030
10. Rutgers 3-0 1,008
11. Oregon 4-0 944
12. Boston College 4-0 927
13. Clemson 4-0 807
14. Kentucky 4-0 708
15. Georgia 3-1 631
16. South Carolina 3-1 586
17. Virginia Tech 3-1 568
18. South Florida 3-0 539
19. Hawaii 4-0 471
20. Missouri 4-0 401
21. Penn State 3-1 337
22. Alabama 3-1 265
23. Arizona State 4-0 206
24. Cincinnati 4-0 164
25. Nebraska 3-1 134
Others Receiving Votes
Purdue 73, Miami (FL) 72, Michigan State 60, UCLA 27, Texas A&M 21, Michigan 21, Arkansas 10, Kansas 6, Florida State 5, UCF 4, Connecticut 3, Virginia 2, Tennessee 1.
Dropped From Rankings
Louisville 18, Texas A&M 20.

[PharmDawg87]

Mississippi State 1 vote.

I wonder when we last received any votes. My guess would be 2000. So after a seven year hiatus, the bulldogs are back!!

But seriously, what lunatic thought state was worthy of a top 25 vote?

[Gator2753]

Who the hell has Rutgers beat to be ranked so high?

Was wondering where youve been. Where is getsabanized?
:laugh:J/K

[Sabama]

yeah didn't wisconsin stuggle yesterday?? ...just goes to show that they dont watch the games.

[WAR DAMN EAGLE]

Things will shake out by the end of the season. Some team is going to have to move out of the way for the Auburn Tigers to move into the top 20 after we take out Florida and LSU.

If you are thinking that I am full of shit, you are right. But you've got to have faith man.

[TigersFanTaylor]

yeah didn't wisconsin stuggle yesterday?? ...just goes to show that they dont watch the games.

Just because teams struggle doesn't mean they will drop in the rankings. The ultimate decisions are based off wins and losses, not how well the team played. Sometimes it factors in, but most cases it doesn't.

[Sabama]

the system is flawed THATS for sure!

[D^3]

Just because teams struggle doesn't mean they will drop in the rankings. The ultimate decisions are based off wins and losses, not how well the team played. Sometimes it factors in, but most cases it doesn't.

I have to disagree somewhat with that. Florida dropped a spot because they played such a close game with Ole Miss, even though they won. While you are right for the most part, I think sometimes when the votes are close, it can determine the decision.

[KillerNut]

Wow, In the Coaches Top 25 there are


6 SEC teams
5 Big 10 teams
4 Pac 10 teams

How again is the Big 10 down this year? What a joke about us being "down" this year. Just because our average teams are competitive this year all of the media assumes the Big 10 sucks because tOSU and Michigan aren't the only undefeated teams.

[TigersFanTaylor]

I have to disagree somewhat with that. Florida dropped a spot because they played such a close game with Ole Miss, even though they won. While you are right for the most part, I think sometimes when the votes are close, it can determine the decision.

You're right. And I did say in my last post that sometimes it factors in. Florida and Oklahoma have been nearly interchangeable the last few weeks, so it would make a difference when ranking those 2 teams. Wisconsin however would not fall behind Rutgers because they struggled against Iowa. Most of the time the actual scores of the game play a roll to teams ranked around the top 5, while passed that, it's based of wins and losses the majority of the time. That's what I think.

[D^3]

Wow, In the Coaches Top 25 there are


6 SEC teams
5 Big 10 teams
4 Pac 10 teams

How again is the Big 10 down this year? What a joke about us being "down" this year. Just because our average teams are competitive this year all of the media assumes the Big 10 sucks because tOSU and Michigan aren't the only undefeated teams.


Because the touted Michigan powerhouse lost to Appalachian State (who lost to Wofford yesterday) and then lost (badly) to Oregon, before going on to defeat the #10 Penn State, and will probably win out in the conference.

Oh, we're also a bit miffed that you guys don't have to play a conference championship game before going to a BCS bowl.

[D^3]

You're right. And I did say in my last post that sometimes it factors in. Florida and Oklahoma have been nearly interchangeable the last few weeks, so it would make a difference when ranking those 2 teams. Wisconsin however would not fall behind Rutgers because they struggled against Iowa. Most of the time the actual scores of the game play a roll to teams ranked around the top 5, while passed that, it's based of wins and losses the majority of the time. That's what I think.

Right, Wisconsin couldn't fall behind, even with a lackluster win, seeing as how it's not like Rutgers plays anybody anyway.

I'm not worried about Rutgers screwing anyone out of their BCS chances... Rutgers will get creamed by West Virginia (and I'm hoping USF takes down WVU)

[Sabama]

Wow, In the Coaches Top 25 there are


6 SEC teams
5 Big 10 teams
4 Pac 10 teams

How again is the Big 10 down this year? What a joke about us being "down" this year. Just because our average teams are competitive this year all of the media assumes the Big 10 sucks because tOSU and Michigan aren't the only undefeated teams.

dude...I think your lost....this is SEC Talk :ohmy:

[TigersFanTaylor]

Wow, In the Coaches Top 25 there are


6 SEC teams
5 Big 10 teams
4 Pac 10 teams

How again is the Big 10 down this year? What a joke about us being "down" this year. Just because our average teams are competitive this year all of the media assumes the Big 10 sucks because tOSU and Michigan aren't the only undefeated teams.

I'm having trouble finding a Big 10 team with a tough OOC game...

[KillerNut]

dude...I think your lost....this is SEC Talk :ohmy:

Dude, I think I have been argueing this a lot longer than you've been a member here. Don't trash me with your ignorant comments.

[D^3]

Dude, I think I have been argueing this a lot longer than you've been a member here.

And the funny part is, we still don't care.


EDIT: After reading this post again, it seems way too hostile. Just know that it was meant in good humor.

[Gator2753]

dude...I think your lost....this is SEC Talk :ohmy:

Agreed with KN. Hes been contributing classy posts to this site much longer than when you showed up with your mindless dribble.

[CarolinaGrad]

Congratulations to UK!! My only problem is UGA being ahead of S. Carolina. Was I dreaming when we beat them?

[TigersFanTaylor]

Congratulations to UK!! My only problem is UGA being ahead of S. Carolina. Was I dreaming when we beat them?

I felt the same way when Tennessee beat Cal last year, and Cal was still ranked ahead of UT. It's just a matter of where both teams sat in the preseason rankings.

[KillerNut]

Agreed with KN. Hes been contributing classy posts to this site much longer than when you showed up with your mindless dribble.

Thanks 2753:thumpsup: Some of these newer posters on here have their head so far up their ass that they have no clue on how to even be rational and talk football instead of trash.

[C_hris]

Am I considered new........

[KillerNut]

And the funny part is, we still don't care.


EDIT: After reading this post again, it seems way too hostile. Just know that it was meant in good humor.

No, the real funny part is that most people here don't want to even try to communicate with ignorant people like you. Trying to take cheap shots like this is a sorry excuse to get attention. IMHO.

EDIT: After reading this post again, it seems just fine. But just know it was meant in good humor. :laugh:

[D^3]

No, the real funny part is that most people here don't want to even try to communicate with ignorant people like you. Trying to take cheap shots like this is a sorry excuse to get attention. IMHO.

EDIT: After reading this post again, it seems just fine. But just know it was meant in good humor. :laugh:


Aww what's the matter? Did somebody not get any love from ESPN today??? Don't worry I'm sure everything will be sorted out after the Buckeyes win out on that brutal schedule.

EDIT: No re-reading was necessary on this one, it was intentionally condescending and blatantly sarcastic.

[KillerNut]

Aww what's the matter? Did somebody not get any love from ESPN today??? Don't worry I'm sure everything will be sorted out after the Buckeyes win out on that brutal schedule.

EDIT: No re-reading was necessary on this one, it was intentionally condescending and blatantly sarcastic.

Oh yes dammit, thats it. I missed this supposed "love" that ESPN is handing out to us. :wacko: If you have ever watched ESPN for the past 5 years, you would know that the only team they "love" is USC.

[KillerNut]

Am I considered new........

nothing to do with you C_hris.

[Sabama]

Dude, I think I have been argueing this a lot longer than you've been a member here. Don't trash me with your ignorant comments.

yeah whatever....at the least...you need to tame down that dumb big ass sig.

[crawfish]

I would have to agree with you, I was impressed that y'all took LSU to the wire........the trickery that LSU proved to be the difference but congrats on giving them their toughest test of the season so far.

USC is a very good team and will win many many games this year. They played a very good game against the Tigers yesterday, but the game was really only close the first quarter. Up by 21-8 and in complete control going into the half, the Tigers went conservative in the second half in order not show any more of their game. The nine points scored in the second half were when coaches had shut their game plan down and gone into cruse control. This is no disrespect to USC because the Tiger nation only has respect for their improving and getting stronger program. There is a good chance we'll see them again in Atlanta in December. Yes, they are that good.

[cocky4ever]

Guys, guys, guys....lets all relax and take a deep breath. Rankings dont account for much at this point..so lets just all take it easy and appreciate the fact that Notre Dame should be ranked 117..hell, we should add a couple of I-AA teams to the rankings this year just to make em look even worse.

[TigersFanTaylor]

Guys, guys, guys....lets all relax and take a deep breath. Rankings dont account for much at this point..so lets just all take it easy and appreciate the fact that Notre Dame should be ranked 117..hell, we should add a couple of I-AA teams to the rankings this year just to make em look even worse.

Applachian St. had votes last week for the top 25.

[KillerNut]

yeah whatever....at the least...you need to tame down that dumb big ass sig.

Whatever? Whats wrong? FYI, my sig was made by another member and SEC fan on here that has made about 50% of the members on this site. Talk to him about having a dumbass sig. Whats a matter, can't you be creative as some or are you jealous? :ohmy:

[Sabama]

its too damn big....like all the other sabanochio sigs....half as tall would be fine.

[ADrolltide]

Whatever? Whats wrong? FYI, my sig was made by another member and SEC fan on here that has made about 50% of the members on this site. Talk to him about having a dumbass sig. Whats a matter, can't you be creative as some or are you jealous? :ohmy:

are u lost? why are u posting on a SEC forum? are there not any big 10 forums?

[shanksta13]

are u lost? why are u posting on a SEC forum? are there not any big 10 forums?

Dude, shutup. KillerNut is a much better poster than you will ever be and anyone worth his salt on SECTalk knows he is a valuable member. Go find another board to spew your pro-SEC crap on.

[KillerNut]

Dude, shutup. KillerNut is a much better poster than you will ever be and anyone worth his salt on SECTalk knows he is a valuable member. Go find another board to spew your pro-SEC crap on.

Damn! Thanks but how do you really feel? :laugh::thumpsup: