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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2012
FOOTBALL
THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN
K-STATE HAS TOUGH MATCHUP
FARZIN VOUSOUGHIAN
fvousoughian@kansan.com
BAYLOR 3-3 (0-3) AT IOWA STATE 4-3 (1-3)
Baylor and Iowa State are going into Week 9 desperate for a win. Baylor has lost its last three games and is still seeking its first conference game, while Iowa State has lost three of its last four matches.
seeking his first conference game with Baylor quarterback Nick Florence showed off some of his rushing abilities last week against Texas when he ran for 69 yards and a pair of touchdowns. If Iowa State's defense is not ready, Florence may try a mix of pass and run against the Cyclones this week. He knows he still has Terrance Williams at wide receiver, who has caught nine touchdowns and leads the nation in receiving yards with 1,013.
caught nine touchdowns and leads the nation in receiving yards. Iowa State coach Paul Rhoads is not happy with his quarterbacks. The Cyclones are a quiet team offensively and haven't accomplished much against conference opponents.
Baylor wins, 34-27
If Baylor's defense successfully applies pressure to Steele Jantz or Jared Barnett, depending on who starts for Iowa State, then Baylor should come out on top and pick up its long-overdue conference win.
NO. 14 TEXAS TECH 6-1 (3-1)
AT NO. 3 KANSAS STATE 7-0 (4-
0)
Texas Tech quarterback Seth Doege and Kansas State quarterback Collin Klein both came off the game of their careers as they each accounted for seven touchdowns last week.
Klein, who is the reigning Big 12 Offensive Player of the Week, will be confronted by a stout defense. Despite the challenge, Klein showed before what he is capable of. He will struggle at times, but manage to pull Kansas State on top.
The Red Raiders have climbed their way up in the rankings this season and hold an impressive 6-1 record. Doege will have to lead Texas Tech to a tough environment in an attempt to stun Kansas State and create a tie for first place in the conference. Doege's top target in the end zone is Eric Ward and the two will look to connect again this Saturday in Manhattan.
Defensively, Kansas State will limit Texas Tech because of linebacker Arthur Brown, who is the reigning Big 12 Defensive Player of the Week.
Kansas State wins, 27-24
TEXAS CHRISTIAN 5-2 (2-2)
AT OKLAHOMA STATE 4-2 (2-1)
Texas Christian is coming off a tough loss while Oklahoma State looks to extend its winning streak and avoid the .500 conference record.
TCU coach Gary Patterson likes what he is seeing from quarterback Trevoone Boykin as he is more contented and relaxed as a starter. He's taken advantage of working with receivers Brandon Carter, Josh Boyce, Skye Dawson and LaDarius Brown.
Oklahoma State has a lot of receivers who can help out quarterback J.W. Walsh, but the Cowboys will lean on running back Joseph Randle. Randle has 765 yards and eight touchdowns on the year. But their passing game may have issues against TCU's defense.
TCU's racked up 11 sacks in the conference. Oklahoma State's offensive line has played well this year, but will need to play its best game against TCU. If defensive end Devonte Fields and defensive tackle Davion Pierson beat the Cowboys offensive line, the Horned Frogs could leave Stillwater with a win.
TCU wins, 31-21
NO. 5 NOTRE DAME 7-0 AT
NO. 8 OKLAHOMA 5-1 (3-1)
The atmosphere in Norman will be electric Saturday night when two powerhouse programs collide.
Notre Dame coach Brian Kelly announced on Tuesday that sopho- more quarterback Everett Golson will start. Golson missed last week's game because of a concussion, but is ready to return and lead his team this week.
Notre Dame's has a resilient rushing trio in Theo Riddick; Cierre Wood and George Atkinson III. Oklahoma's run-stopping defense has played well limited its opponents in scoring.
But Notre Dame has restricted its opponents from scoring as well. The Fighting Irish have not allowed more than 17 points in a game this season, making Oklahoma quarterback Landry Jones' job more difficult.
With Notre Dame scoring more than 20 points only twice this season, the Sooners should outlast the Fighting Irish in four grueling quarters.
Oklahoma wins, 14-10
- Edited by Madison Schultz
Celebrate 100 Years of KU Homecoming!
Scavenger Kunt Clue #4
For connections to Jayhawks of all generations students know this is a prime campus location.
Thurs., Oct. 25 Homecoming tabling Rock Chalk Day Lawrence for Literacy - Book Drive Homecoming Food Fest Featuring Jayhawk Jingles
Fri., Oct. 26 Homecoming tabling
Crimson and Blue Games
Lawrence for Literacy - Book Drive
Homecoming Parade
Homecoming Pep Rally
Homecoming Reception (invitation only)
Sat., Oct. 27 Pregame Pancakes ($5 per person) KU vs. Texas football game Ex.C.E.L. and Homecoming Awards
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