College Football Week 8 Preview

One week after Alabama fell as the top team in the nation, Ohio State followed suit by losing to Wisconsin in a smash mouth win for the Badgers. The pressure now falls to Oklahoma to keep that top spot for at least a week.

Looking at the top 5 games I highlighted, I went 3-2 and now am at 27-8 on the year after seven weeks. Florida suffered its third loss as they could not get enough going against Mississippi State as the Bulldogs landed a major victory for their program. Things were also tight in a "minor" Big Ten matchup as Iowa put another dragger in Michigan's season.

As predicted, Texas was able to somehow put the tough losses behind them and shock Nebraska. Nebraska now falls behind Oklahoma in the race for the Big 12's top spot and potential place in the title game. Texas might be able to use this win as momentum.

Speaking of momentum, Ohio State quickly lost any they had as the new number one team. Wisconsin used their biggest advantage: their offensive line and running game to their advantage. They wore out Ohio State and took control by the 4th quarter.

Lastly, Arkansas could not keep up with Auburn in what turned out to be a shootout of sorts with overall 100 points scored between the two team. Auburn QB Cam Newton continued to shine while Arkansas QB Ryan Mallett could not do enough to keep up with Newton.

Now on to Week 8 with a bunch of big games.

The top 5 games to watch this week.

Top 5:

5) Mississippi at No. 23 Arkansas: There is something about SEC games. They tend to be close, feature drama, and a few spectacular plays. The Razorbacks will be hungry to avenge the loss to Auburn. PREDICTION: ARKANSAS

4) No. 13 Wisconsin at No. 15 Iowa: Wisconsin is coming off knocking off No.1 Ohio State. They need to bring the same intensity against Iowa. The Hawkeyes have a good mix on both sides of the ball, but Wisconsin's offensive line and running game should set the tone again. PREDICTION: WISCONSIN

3) No. 16 Nebraska at No. 14 Oklahoma State: This one will feature a very good Nebraska defense against a potent Oklahoma State offense. Which side of the ball sets an early advantage could give themselves the necessary edge needed to win this type of game. Oklahoma State WR Justin Blackmon will be the top target for the Cornhuskers defense to focus on and how they play him will also go a long way in shaping this one. A couple of big plays separate the Cowboys. PREDICTION: OKLAHOMA STATE

2) No. 1 Oklahoma at No. 11 Missouri: Oklahoma finds themselves in the dreaded #1 spot in the polls. Something that has doomed Alabama and Ohio State in back to back weeks. The Tigers certainly have the talent and should make this one interesting. The Sooners have multiple weapons that will pose problems for the Tigers' defense, who are often underrated. That defense holds up most of the game before folding late. PREDICTION: OKLAHOMA

1) No. 6 LSU at No. 4 Auburn: The SEC once again is in the top matchup spot. This one will have different paces and physical play. Auburn QB Cam Newton will be balanced out by LSU's few big playmakers. Auburn will be in another seesaw match that once again features them doing enough late. PREDICTION: AUBURN

A lot continues to be on the line this week. Oklahoma is looking to avoid being the third #1 team to lose. LSU and Auburn could be battling for crucial positioning in the national title hunt. And, upsets are always on the forecast.