Notre Dame Faces Task To Return To National Contention
Notre Dame, coming off a 12 0 regular season in 2012 but a BCS title loss and off-field distractions, aims to rebound under Brian Kelly. The Irish must replace leaders Manti Teo and Golson, find a go-to receiver, and develop playmakers while hoping Tommy Rees solidifies the quarterback role and the defense rises to support a bid for back to back nine-win seasons.
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Bearcats face big changes with new coach and league
Cincinnati begins a new era under coach Tommy Tuberville in the American Athletic Conference after leaving the Big East. Brendon Kay, a sixth year quarterback, adapts to an updated offense while the defense worries overexperience. Ralph David Abernathy IV and Tion Green vie for carries as the team renovates Nippert Stadium era behind a lean secondary and a hope for a strong crowd in a tougher conference.
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Louisville Cardinal pride meets tough schedule ahead
Louisville enters the season ranked ninth in the preseason poll with Teddy Bridgewater leading an offense that set school marks and eyes a tougher AAC schedule. Coach Charlie Strong warns against complacency as Louisville, fresh from a Sugar Bowl win, aims to stay in national contention while adjusting to new AAC foes Central Florida, Houston and Memphis. Teams seek to replicate last season’s success and build on a stout Sugar Bowl defensive showing.
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Ohio State receivers quartet fuels fresh start push
Freshmen have surged past veterans in Big Ten scoring and yardage potential, led by Braxton Miller. Norman Brown, slot receiver, shows growth with improved route running and added muscle while Devin Smith eyes big plays and fewer drops. Freshmen Dontre Wilson and Jalin Marshall spark the group, as coach Zach Smith notes progress toward a dominant, consistent receiving corps.
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