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© St. Petersburg Times, published October 20, 2001
No. 2 Oklahoma (6-0) vs. Baylor (2-3)
Nate Hybl replaced Josh Heupel. Now Jason White replaces Hybl. White came off the bench to lead Oklahoma to a victory over Texas two weeks ago when Hybl sustained a shoulder injury. White showed plenty of moxie at quarterback, and apparently that's good enough for coach Bob Stoops, who wants to make sure White gets plenty of reps before next week's game against Nebraska. A 20th consecutive victory for the Sooners also would be Baylor's 25th straight Big 12 loss. 3 p.m., no TV
The Cornhuskers rushed for 641 yards last week against Baylor -- despite fumbling seven times. They will get a better test from Texas Tech, which is coming off an upset over Kansas State. The Red Raiders did it behind quarterback Kliff Kingsbury, who passed for 409 yards. Still, if the Cornhuskers hog the ball, Kingsbury will never have the chance to throw it. This is more than just a tuneup, but no question Nebraska will be looking ahead to next week's game against Oklahoma. 7 p.m., FSN
The Bruins are without star receiver Brian Poli-Dixon, which should not be of much concern this week but could be a problem if he misses upcoming games at Stanford and Washington State. The good news is this will be an opportunity to get some playing time for his backups. UCLA won't have it easy after this one. Making matters worse for Cal is that quarterback Kyle Boller can't go because of a bad back. 10:15 p.m., FSN
Oregon now has the nation's longest home winning streak at 23 after Florida State's loss to Miami. This will be the Duck's first game at Autzen Stadium in a month, but they face a dangerous offensive team in Stanford, which suffered its first loss last week to Washington State. The Ducks are in excellent position to make a run at the Rose Bowl, but games against Washington State, UCLA and Oregon State loom. 3:30 p.m., no TV
This is the game of the week, two teams that probably won't win their respective Big 12 divisions. The game is huge for Texas, which would see its season reduced to almost nothing with a home loss to the Buffs. Colorado, meanwhile, has bounced back nicely from its opening-game defeat to Fresno State and is playing with confidence. Texas has won 11 straight at home. 3:30 p.m., no TV
Alabama has lost three games by a combined seven points, which means the Tide could be 6-0 but also can't seem to get the job done. Although 'Bama used to own Tennessee, having won seven in a row before UT coach Philip Fulmer came aboard, the Vols have gone 7-1 since, including six straight wins. UT has had two weeks to get over a heartbreaking loss to Georgia at home and is still in the thick of the SEC East race. 3:30 p.m., Ch. 10
The Terps are 6-0 for the first time since 1978 and already have qualified for their first bowl since 1990. They face a Duke team that has lost 18 straight and can't get a victory even when playing well, as was the case in a 35-28 loss to Wake Forest last week. Maryland might be looking ahead to Florida State in a week, but even distractions should not get in the way of a victory.
Both teams were seemingly out of the ACC race with early season defeats but now are in the chase behind Maryland. North Carolina already has knocked off Florida State, and with some help, could rebound to win the title. The Tar Heels have done it behind redshirt freshman quarterback Darian Durant, who has subbed often for senior Ronald Curry. Clemson's Woody Dantzler continues to amaze, putting up 935 yards of offense and 10 touchdowns in the past two games. Noon, ESPN2
In a tough loss to UCLA, the Huskies were unable to use quarterback Cody Pickett because of a separated shoulder and backup Taylor Barton got roughed up. Nonetheless, they face an Arizona team that has lost three straight and has struggled on both sides of the ball. Arizona quarterback Jason Johnson has had little time to throw, and the defense has allowed 13 rushing touchdowns. This is a good opportunity for Washington to get back on track. 6:30 p.m., no TV
Expect to see more of South Carolina backup quarterback Corey Jenkins. Although starter Phil Petty has been a clutch performer, he has nowhere near the mobility of Jenkins, an excellent option runner who averages 6 yards per carry. The Gamecocks lost to Arkansas last week but still control their destiny in the SEC East. Vanderbilt is playing its first road game of the season. 7 p.m., no TV
No. 1 Miami (5-0) is off. The Hurricanes play West Virginia on Oct. 25.
No. 6 Virginia Tech (6-0) is off. The Hokies play Syracuse on Oct. 27.
No. 7 Florida (5-1) is off. The Gators play Georgia on Oct. 27.
No. 8 Fresno State (6-0) played Boise State on Friday night.
No. 10 Michigan (5-1) is off. The Wolverines play at Iowa on Oct. 27.
No. 17 Georgia (4-1) vs. Kentucky (1-5): Kentucky quarterback Jared Lorenzen regained the starting job, and the Bulldogs should remember he threw for 528 yards against them a year ago. 12:30 p.m., Ch. 38
No. 18 BYU (6-0) vs. Air Force (4-1): The Cougars get their toughest test of the year against Air Force, one of just three Mountain West teams with a winning record. 5:45 p.m., ESPN2
No. 19 Washington St. (6-0) is off. The Cougars play Oregon on Oct. 27.
No. 20 Auburn (5-1) vs. Louisiana Tech (3-2): Auburn shocked Florida. How did the Tigers ever lose to Syracuse? 2 p.m., no TV
No. 21 Florida State (3-2) at Virginia: At least the Seminoles can still play for the ACC title. 7:45 p.m., ESPN
No. 22 Northwestern (4-1) vs. Penn State (0-4): Does Joe Paterno finally tie Bear Bryant? Probably not. 3:30 p.m., no TV
No. 23 Georgia Tech (4-2) vs. N.C. State (3-2): The Yellow Jackets try to salvage a season that began with ACC title hopes. 3:30 p.m., Ch. 28
No. 24 Purdue (4-1) is off. The Boilermakers play Northwestern on Oct. 27.
No. 25 Toledo (5-0) at Ball State (1-4): Rockets continue to roll through the MAC. 1 p.m., no TV