Pac-10 lunch links: Ranking Oregon and Boise State

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November, 2, 2009

Nov 2

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By Ted Miller

Posted by ESPN.com's Ted Miller

Money's a horrid thing to follow, but a charming thing to meet.

A history lesson for Arizona so it won't overlook Washington State.
Arizona State hasn't had consecutive losing seasons in a long time. The Sun Devils may have found a running back.
It was messy, but California found a way to win at Arizona State.
Oregon is thriving under Chip Kelly. If Oregon wins out, it should play for the national title.
Oregon State's secondary might struggle against Cal's improving Kevin Riley.
This Texan wants to replace Toby Gerhart in Stanford's backfield next year (unless Gerhart opts to return).
UCLA quarterback Kevin Prince came up big in the fourth quarter, though it was a losing effort.
The BCS isn't the concern any longer for USC, but the Trojans have a lot to ponder, nonetheless. Still, by losing so badly, did the Trojans lose a chance to get a second BCS bowl berth for the Pac-10?
With all of the talk about the NFL and Jake Locker, Washington's backup quarterback is worthy of note during a bye week.
Washington State doesn't have the talent to compete.
Jon Wilner talks about why he will rank Oregon ahead of Boise State. Stewart Mandel talks about why he won't.

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Pac-10 general, USC Trojans, Kevin Riley, Washington State Cougars, Oregon State Beavers, Jake Locker, BCS, Washington Huskies, UCLA Bruins, Toby Gerhart, Arizona State Sun Devils, California Bears, Boise State Broncos, Stanford Cardinal, NFL, Kevin Prince, Arizona Wildcats, Chip Kelly, Oregon Ducks

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