Whitlock's Top 25

Not holding my breath, I can assure you that. Nebraska has a good pass offense, KU a poor pass defense. And the Huskers are pissed after that 40-15 whipping they took in last year in Lawrence. That game could turn ugly quick.

 

I'm going to be at the Mizzou-Colorado game on Saturday morning and then I'll follow the rest of the games during the day. This current top 25 will serve as my blueprint, but I invite your suggestions throughout the day Saturday. Your comments will have an impact on how I (we) vote, so let it rip Saturday.

 

Missouri gave itself problems at New Mexico. Colorado is better, talent-wise, than its record, but the Texas two-step on the road will be the true indicator of how good Missouri is, and if their use of a bunch of players indicates true depth.

 

Louisville is top 5 at this point until they lose.

 

To be fair, a lot of other teams feel that way.

 

True.

My top 3 is Ohio State, Auburn, USC.

Yes, Auburn, even with the close shave of the Cocks. I don't differentiate between wins. A win is a win is a win. If you're No. 2 and you win, you stay No. 2.