Brad’s 2009 WAC Predictions
Posted by deaconcat08 on August 17, 2009
WAC
1. Boise State (19)- With Moore at QB, this team def. has a shot at the BCS. However, it’s too risky of a pick since the dream could very well be gone after their first game.
2. Nevada (53)- Kapernick may be the most underrated QB in the nation, and the Pack will emerge as the only team in the WAC that can challege Boise for the conference title.
3. Fresno State (77)- Team underachieved last year losing 6 games and tying for 5th in a mediocre WAC. This year, if they can find a QB, they should end up a solid 3rd in WAC race.
4. Louisiana Tech (87)- A lot of people are high on these guys based on last year’s success and return of superstar coach. Might get to a bowl but won’t contend for the WAC crown.
5. San Jose State (99)- Not smart for Spartans to open with 3 teams in my top 40 as well as one of the best 1-AA teams in the nation. Bad start could doom any bowl hopes.
6. Hawaii (102)- The Rainbow Warriors actually looked decent last year after losing Jones and Brennan in ’07. Alexander is back at QB, but the cupboard is bare on defense.
7. Utah State (105)- Utah DC Gary Andersen is a great hire for this perennial doormat who actually showed some promise last year. Will be a tad better in ’09 but no bowl game.
8. Idaho (118)- Biggest game of the opening weekend may not be Bama/VT. Idaho’s season opener vs. NMSU might be both teams only shot at a win all year.
9. New Mexico State (119)- See above. NM has become the new Kentucky. Good basketball state/bad football state. However, the Aggies will be better off now that Mumme is gone.