College Football Thoughts

Some quick thoughts as the Vols head into December with a new appreciation for playing in the postseason:

*The Capital One Bowl (formerly Citrus) is still possible. The Citrus used to be a nice consolation prize for the Vols-- and the punchline for a Steve Spurrier joke. But this year, it could be the grand prize. Times change.

*Nothing is certain until Sunday, December 3rd. But a Florida win over Arkansas in the SEC Championship could be the key to a UT bowl game in Florida. Yes, Vol fans, start cheering for the Gators.

*I have no idea (yet) if Robert Meachem will return for his senior season at UT. If I had to guess-- I'd say he's gone. But much of that depends on his projected draft status-- and that can't, and won't be determined until after a bowl game.

*I have serious questions about Arian Foster returning to UT next season. Nothing firm. Just a professional hunch.

*Based on past experience-- there are two teams I never want to see UT play in the postseason. Penn State or Nebraska. Look up previous scores.

*Initially, I was sold on an Ohio State-Michigan rematch for the BCS Championship. But Southern Cal has changed my mind. The Trojans deserve a shot-- if they beat UCLA.