From the Bird's Nest: The case for Oklahoma State

[wgwillis]

I agree, it should be Oklahoma State. First LSU has already beat Alabama - so why play again. Second, Oklahoma State has a great offense and LSU has a great defense so it would be very interesting to see how that would play out. Personally, I don't want to see the same teams play each other twice - its stupid! LSU versus Oklahoma State would be a lot more interesting. I generally root for Alabama and hardly ever even care what LSU does but right is right>

[CajunSaint]

On the basis of how Alabama has historically been given over half of their national championships, LSU should already be given half the national title. But we'll let the guys decide it on the field. Who's next?

kyle, i'm sure you have some evidence to back up this wild-eyed claim. and if you're scared, just say you're scared. geaux cajuns!

[CajunJack55]

More and more reports are coming out that it is going to be a rematch.

It also looks like TCU will not get an at large BCS bid and as a consolation they will be playing Louisiana Tech in the Poinsetta Bowl.

[Bandwagon King]

kyle, i'm sure you have some evidence to back up this wild-eyed claim. and if you're scared, just say you're scared. geaux cajuns!

It's a matter of historical record. I won't do your work for you. If you want to be educated there are plenty of sources. How do/did some of you guys get by at school?

[Bandwagon King]

More and more reports are coming out that it is going to be a rematch.

It also looks like TCU will not get an at large BCS bid and as a consolation they will be playing Louisiana Tech in the Poinsetta Bowl.

WWL was reporting that the AP shifted enough votes that there could be a flip in the overall BCS rankings. Still depends on the Harris & Coaches from what they said.

[CajunSaint]

It's a matter of historical record. I won't do your work for you. If you want to be educated there are plenty of sources. How do/did some of you guys get by at school?

the historical record cites evidence, artifacts,...oh, what's the use. geaux cajuns

[BirdofParadise]

It's going to be a rematch. Several sources have confirmed.

[BirdofParadise]

Jay, does the Harris poll attempt to define a set of guidelines for you to use when voting? Do they just say "vote in order who you believe are the best teams in the top 25" or is there anything that tends to instruct you to vote based on some result criteria?

They don't give us instructions. They assume we have a brain.

That could be dangerous LOL.

[sportsfanatic21]

Heres a few tidbits about the whole "Alabama or Oklahoma State" debate (all rankings are taken from the end of the regular season BCS rankings):

Alabama- best win, beat #6 Arkansas by 24 points
Oklahoma St- best win, beat #8 Kansas St by 7
Alabama- only loss, to #1 LSU
Oklahoma St- only loss to 6-6 Iowa State

Alabama played 4 teams in the final BCS standings (LSU, Arkansas, Penn State, and Auburn) while Oklahoma State only played 3 (Kansas State, Oklahoma, and Baylor). AND, Alabama played two in the top 6 (1 and 6), while Oklahoma State's highest ranked opponent was 8th. Other than the #1 team in the country, nobody was within 15 points of Alabama this season. OSU squeaked by 6-6 Texas A&M by 1, and lost to another 6-6 team.

The right team (Alabama) is playing for the title.

[Bandwagon King]

Heres a few tidbits about the whole "Alabama or Oklahoma State" debate (all rankings are taken from the end of the regular season BCS rankings):

Alabama- best win, beat #6 Arkansas by 24 points
Oklahoma St- best win, beat #8 Kansas St by 7
Alabama- only loss, to #1 LSU
Oklahoma St- only loss to 6-6 Iowa State

Alabama played 4 teams in the final BCS standings (LSU, Arkansas, Penn State, and Auburn) while Oklahoma State only played 3 (Kansas State, Oklahoma, and Baylor). AND, Alabama played two in the top 6 (1 and 6), while Oklahoma State's highest ranked opponent was 8th. Other than the #1 team in the country, nobody was within 15 points of Alabama this season. OSU squeaked by 6-6 Texas A&M by 1, and lost to another 6-6 team.

The right team (Alabama) is playing for the title.

I shall enjoy watching them getting their butts kicked in the title game. Final score: LSU 31 - Alabama 10