Weekend Watch List: Hatch's job? Just don't screw it up at LSU
Andrew Hatch didn't throw a pass while at Harvard, but he might be starting for LSU in Saturday's season opener. Solid at worst at every other spot, the Tigers will begin defense of their title with big questions at QB, Dennis Dodd says.

Year later -- after Michigan -- App State still glowing with pride
Welcome to Boone, N.C., where a year later, App State has no problems reminiscing about its stunning win at Michigan. Led by a stud QB and a noble coach, the D-IAA powerhouse is unique, Dennis Dodd says.

As season arrives, is 'upset' even the right word anymore?
If 2007 was the Season of the Upset, it might have been the last. Dennis Dodd says it's not because 'underdogs' will no longer beat 'favorites.' It's because figuring out which is which is becoming harder all the time.

Season watch list: Must-see TV goes beyond SEC
Grab the chips and get a cold one, college football has come. While you are busy prepping for the SEC overload, Dennis Dodd gives you a guide to navigate through the best games for 2008.

Gators should hope Superman finds a sidekick
Reigning Heisman winner Tim Tebow enters 2008 as the favorite to win again -- no surprise there. But Dennis Dodd says it's in the rooting interests of Gator Nation to see Superman not defend his crown.

Buckeyes back to win ... or claim Horrible Hat Trick
A dozen Buckeyes could be in NFL training camps right now, but opted to return to Columbus for another run at the BCS title game. Will it be worth it if Jim Laurinaitis and Co. bow again? Dennis Dodd can't root for OSU, but don't root -- or bet -- against it.

SEC: Defending champs face tall task to repeat
Things are quiet on the Bayou. Talk about LSU repeating is non-existent. That's because key pieces are gone -- including an expected QB-to-be -- and a stronger than ever SEC, Dennis Dodd says.