It’s kickoff time, and I am about to watch what I hope will be a classic. I have gone back and forth for a while now, but I have settled on Oklahoma. Quickly, here are seven reasons why (as always, the disclaimer – this is my opinion and doesn’t necessarily reflect the opinion of Maddux Sports):<\/p>\n
1. Sam Bradford is really, really good. He stepped up against the best opponents, and I expect him to step up again here. This is nothing against Tim Tebow, but big games often come down to the QB, and if I had to choose one of these two it would be Bradford every time. He’s at the helm of a truly historic offense.<\/p>\n
2. Coaching. Both teams are obviously exceptionally well coached. I give Oklahoma and edge for two reasons, though. Bob Stoops has been around longer and been in more battles. Also, Florida’s offensive coaching staff is in flux, and I am not sure how confident that makes me feel when offense is going to be so crucial here.<\/p>\n
3. SEC speed is overrated. We heard time and again how Utah was going to struggle with Alabama’s speed. They survived. Florida is fast, but Oklahoma has seen speed before.<\/p>\n
4. Oklahoma is more tested. Surviving the Big 12 impresses me a lot more than surviving the SEC and The Citadel.<\/p>\n
5. Oklahoma defense is underrated. Sure, they aren’t nearly as good as Florida, but they aren’t Kansas State, either. Tim Tebow and company aren’t going to have an easy night.<\/p>\n
6. No pressure. Florida’s defensive line is far outclassed by Oklahoma’s offensive line. Bradford will have the time he needs.<\/p>\n
7. I’d rather take points than give them.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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