Hurricanes will look to Prove Something in College Football

The Miami Hurricanes and head coach Larry Coker needed a win in the worst way last weekend in NCAA College Football.

Not only a win, but they also needed an impressive, statement performance. They got the W, but it wasn’t pretty as they beat previously undefeated Houston 14-13 in the Orange Bowl that continued to keep the questions alive surrounding Coker and if his team is still battling as hard as it can be.

On the other hand, the North Carolina Tar Heels haven’t stepped on the field since getting pounded by Clemson 52-7 and must travel to Miami for the second consecutive season.

Both teams are 0-1 in the conference and need a win to stay within shouting distance of the ACC Coastal Division leaders.

Who has the advantage? The Miami Hurricanes may have their problems this NCAA College Football season but Miami is still Miami.

Miami’s run game improved mightily last week due in large part to the insertion of freshman RB Javarris James into the starting lineup. James ran for 148 yards against a better than advertised Houston defense and will face the 114th ranked run defense this weekend.

Although Miami should be able to run the ball well, it’s their ability to stop the run that is the main reason Miami will end up with the W.

Here are some odds from Bodog on who will win the NCAA College Football BCS Championship:

Oklahoma Sooners 6/1

USC Trojans 8/1

Texas Longhorns 8/1