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We are already in week 9 of the NFL season. Week 8 is usually considered the half way point of the NFL season. Since we are right around the halfway mark for the season, it’s a great time to look at a few players who might call it a career after this season. Some of these players could be in the Hall of Fame in a few years. Some could also be tired of just sitting on the bench and are ready to just call it a career.

Honorable Mention: Adam Vinatieri, Phil Dawson, Troy Polamalu, Terence Newman and Dwight Freeney.

We are already in week 9 of the NFL season. Week 8 is usually considered the half way point of the NFL season. Since we are right around the halfway mark for the season, it’s a great time to look at a few players who might call it a career after this season. Some of these players could be in the Hall of Fame in a few years. Some could also be tired of just sitting on the bench and are ready to just call it a career.

Honorable Mention: Adam Vinatieri, Phil Dawson, Troy Polamalu, Terence Newman and Dwight Freeney.

We are already in week 9 of the NFL season. Week 8 is usually considered the half way point of the NFL season. Since we are right around the halfway mark for the season, it’s a great time to look at a few players who might call it a career after this season. Some of these players could be in the Hall of Fame in a few years. Some could also be tired of just sitting on the bench and are ready to just call it a career.

Honorable Mention: Adam Vinatieri, Phil Dawson, Troy Polamalu, Terence Newman and Dwight Freeney.

We are already in week 9 of the NFL season. Week 8 is usually considered the half way point of the NFL season. Since we are right around the halfway mark for the season, it’s a great time to look at a few players who might call it a career after this season. Some of these players could be in the Hall of Fame in a few years. Some could also be tired of just sitting on the bench and are ready to just call it a career.

Honorable Mention: Adam Vinatieri, Phil Dawson, Troy Polamalu, Terence Newman and Dwight Freeney.

In the words of UFC Ring Announcer Bruce Buffer, “Its Time!” for the battle in the PAC 12 North between the Stanford Cardinal and the Oregon Ducks.

It is the “irresistible force” of the Oregon Ducks, against the “immovable object” of the Stanford Cardinal.

This season, Oregon has again showed that the Ducks are one of the top teams in the nation by racking up victories over well-named opponents with their “high-flying” offense.  The Ducks have dominated on the offensive side of the ball this season, and will have their stiffest test of the season with the vaunted Stanford Cardinal defense.

Stanford enters the contest with a sub-par record in their eyes, and the Cardinal are looking to make a statement that they still belong as an elite program in the PAC 12.  Stanford will need a solid performance on both sides of the ball if they are to have any chance at besting the Oregon “Quack Attack”.

Here are five things to watch for on Saturday night:

Can Stanford stop Marcus Mariota?  This season, Stanford has been exceptional on the defensive side of the ball, and is 2^nd in the nation in holding teams to an average of 12.5 points per game.  Stanford has not faced a talent like Quarterback Marcus Mariota yet, and this may prove to be a difference maker.  Mariota is a top tier talent, and barring any unforeseen issues, will be a top pick in the upcoming 2015 NFL Draft.  Mariota has tremendous arm strength, and has the ability to get outside of the pocket and make a play in a moments notice.  However, one thing has eluded Mariota, he has never beaten Stanford while under center for the Ducks.  He has lost two close contests, and last year seemed to be on his back for the bulk of the game.  Mariota has something to prove, and look for him to make a statement this week. 

Will the Offensive Line of Oregon hold up against the Cardinal Front Seven?  Oregon has been saddled with injuries along their offensive line since training camp.  Many were projecting that the Ducks were going to have their best Offensive Line in years, until the injury bug hit.  The Ducks have survived the injury bug for the most part, and are getting healthy along the line.  Oregon is led by Pre-Season All American Hroniss Grasu at Center, and have kept Marcus Mariota upright all season.  However, the Ducks have not faced a defensive front like the Cardinal, and will be tested from the opening drive by Seniors Henry Anderson and A.J. Tarpley.  This will be a great battle to watch on Saturday.

Can Stanford score in the Red Zone?  This season, the Achilles heel for the Cardinal has been their play inside the Red Zone.  To describe their play inside the Red Zone, one word comes to mind, “dreadful”.  In the past few years, Stanford prided themselves on strong play inside the Red Zone, and boasted one of the best touchdown percentages in all of college football.  This season, they have lost two games because of their mistakes in the Red Zone.  Stanford cannot have another bad game in the Red Zone, or they will not be able to keep up with the high-powered Ducks offense.

Will Special Teams be the deciding factor?  Oregon and Stanford have two of the most prolific return squads in all of college football.  Senior Ty Montgomery of Stanford has been nothing short of amazing while returning kicks this season.  Many professional scouts and coaches all say Montgomery will be exciting crowds on Sunday’s for years to come as a receiver and return man.  Oregon is led by Freshman Charles Nelson, who has brought the Ducks fans to their feet with several of his kick returns.  Both squads have the manpower to change a game with a return, and both could become the deciding factor.

Matchup of the week:  Ty Montgomery and Ifo Ekpre-Olumu – This week, the premier matchup will be two stars that will continue their battle after this week into the professional ranks with Stanford Wide Receiver Ty Montgomery and Oregon Cornerback Ifo Ekpre-Olomu.  Montgomery has been a Swiss Army Knife for the Cardinal, and has been their main offensive threat all season.  Montgomery has the ability to change the game with the ball in his hands, and will be in for his most difficult test this season against the talented Ekpre-Olomu.  Ekpre-Olomu is a physical corner that does not shy away from contact.  Ekpre-Olomu is a true shutdown corner, and has been projected to be a top pick in the upcoming NFL draft.  This matchup may turn out to be the key to the success of the Cardinal or the Ducks on Saturday.      

Auburn is the defending champion of the Southeastern Conference, and was less than a minute away from winning a national title in Gus Malzahn's first season as Auburn's head coach.Ole Miss is 7-1 for the first time in many years, and is in the top 10 nationally for the first time since the early stages of the 2009 season.
Although the Rebels lost their first game last Satruday against LSU at venerable Tiger Stadium, all is not lost for coach Hugh Freeze and the Rebels. With a win against Auburn--which would be their first since 2012, Freeze's first season, Ole Miss could set themselves up for the potential to have a special season in Freeze's third year as Ole Miss' head coach.

Here are five things to look for as the Rebels and Tigers prepare to meet Saturday at 6 p.m. at Vaught-Hemingway. ESPN will televise this matchup.

1. The Rebels defense against the Tigers offense

Both coaches--Freeze and Malzahn--are proponents of the spread offense, although Auburn's version favors the run more prominently. A solid running game has been a staple at Auburn for many years. Remember Joe Cribbs, Bo Jackson, Ronnie Brown and Carnell "Cadillac" Williams? This season, Cameron Artis-Payne has seen plenty of chances to showcase his skill. So far, he's averaged over 118 yards a game, making him the third leading rusher in the Southeastern Conference. Quarterback Nick Marshall has been averaging over 96 yards running.
This will be a challenge to the Rebel defense, who has averaged giving up 10.5 points a game, and only eight touchdowns through eight games. Although LSU ran roughshod over the Ole Miss defense last Saturday in Baton Rouge--over 250 yards for the Tigers--they were only able to muster one touchdown.

It will be an intrguing matchup between the Rebels' "D" and Auburn's running game. Granted, Ole Miss will be without linebacker Denzel Nkemdiche, who suffered a season-ending ankle injury which required surgery, there will be others to step up.

2. Bryant, Shackleford will do well filling in

Linebackers Serderius Bryant and Deterrian Shackelford will be more than adequate to step in and fill Denzel's shoes against Auburn. Both have put together solid games throughout the season, and will again answer the call of defensive coordinator Dave Wommack when the chance presents itself.

3. Ole Miss' running game needs to step up

The storyline from last week's debacle in Baton Rouge was that the Ole Miss offense was never able to find any semblance of getting in synch. While the defense came up with four turnovers, the offense didn't follow through on the opportunities given to them. Granted, LSU's defense is no laughing matter, and they played a part in causing Ole Miss' offense to be out of rhythm. What will help Ole Miss will be for the running game to take charge early and often. Jaylen Walton, I'Tavius Mathers and company--even QB Bo Wallace has been known to tuck the ball and run for good yardage--needs to make the most of their chances to help keep Auburn's offense at bay.

4. Maybe There Is A Flaw in Auburn's defense??

Last week, albeit a losing effort, South Carolina scored 35 points and gained over 500 yards against Auburn's defense. If there is a flaw in the Tiger defense, Ole Miss needs to exploit it, and exploit it early and often. The Rebels have as much talent offensively as South Carolina. They need to focus and execute the plays that are called.

5. Put LSU loss in rear view mirror

Perhaps last week's trip to Baton Rouge was the Rebels' "bad game" of the season. Every team is entitled to have at least one bad game, and maybe the LSU game can qualify.

Again, Ole Miss should feel good that the powers that be on the College Football Playoff committee saw fit to put them No. 4 in their poll, a spot behind Auburn. In order for the Rebels to get back to the winning form that they had the previous seven weeks, each and every player, coach, fan, whoever has to put the loss to LSU in the rear view mirror. Senior quarterback Bo Wallace and the rest of the Rebels should be glad that they will be in front of the home crowd, which should be more than a strong asset to them.
Wallace needs to regain the spunk and fire that helped the Rebels get to a 7-0 mark. He needs to return to the "Good" Bo and "Effective" Bo that he'd been recently. He and the offensive coaches, as well as coach Freeze, needs to be on the proverbial same page. The defense did all they could last week. The offense needs to regain the form they had against Texas A&M, Tennessee, and maintain it through four full quarters.
Again, the Rebels still have a lot to play for. They still have a chance to have a special season.

It starts against Auburn.

In the words of UFC Ring Announcer Bruce Buffer, “Its Time!” for the battle in the PAC 12 North between the Stanford Cardinal and the Oregon Ducks.

It is the “irresistible force” of the Oregon Ducks, against the “immovable object” of the Stanford Cardinal.

This season, Oregon has again showed that the Ducks are one of the top teams in the nation by racking up victories over well-named opponents with their “high-flying” offense.  The Ducks have dominated on the offensive side of the ball this season, and will have their stiffest test of the season with the vaunted Stanford Cardinal defense.

Stanford enters the contest with a sub-par record in their eyes, and the Cardinal are looking to make a statement that they still belong as an elite program in the PAC 12.  Stanford will need a solid performance on both sides of the ball if they are to have any chance at besting the Oregon “Quack Attack”.

Here are five things to watch for on Saturday night:

Can Stanford stop Marcus Mariota?  This season, Stanford has been exceptional on the defensive side of the ball, and is 2^nd in the nation in holding teams to an average of 12.5 points per game.  Stanford has not faced a talent like Quarterback Marcus Mariota yet, and this may prove to be a difference maker.  Mariota is a top tier talent, and barring any unforeseen issues, will be a top pick in the upcoming 2015 NFL Draft.  Mariota has tremendous arm strength, and has the ability to get outside of the pocket and make a play in a moments notice.  However, one thing has eluded Mariota, he has never beaten Stanford while under center for the Ducks.  He has lost two close contests, and last year seemed to be on his back for the bulk of the game.  Mariota has something to prove, and look for him to make a statement this week. 

Will the Offensive Line of Oregon hold up against the Cardinal Front Seven?  Oregon has been saddled with injuries along their offensive line since training camp.  Many were projecting that the Ducks were going to have their best Offensive Line in years, until the injury bug hit.  The Ducks have survived the injury bug for the most part, and are getting healthy along the line.  Oregon is led by Pre-Season All American Hroniss Grasu at Center, and have kept Marcus Mariota upright all season.  However, the Ducks have not faced a defensive front like the Cardinal, and will be tested from the opening drive by Seniors Henry Anderson and A.J. Tarpley.  This will be a great battle to watch on Saturday.

Can Stanford score in the Red Zone?  This season, the Achilles heel for the Cardinal has been their play inside the Red Zone.  To describe their play inside the Red Zone, one word comes to mind, “dreadful”.  In the past few years, Stanford prided themselves on strong play inside the Red Zone, and boasted one of the best touchdown percentages in all of college football.  This season, they have lost two games because of their mistakes in the Red Zone.  Stanford cannot have another bad game in the Red Zone, or they will not be able to keep up with the high-powered Ducks offense.

Will Special Teams be the deciding factor?  Oregon and Stanford have two of the most prolific return squads in all of college football.  Senior Ty Montgomery of Stanford has been nothing short of amazing while returning kicks this season.  Many professional scouts and coaches all say Montgomery will be exciting crowds on Sunday’s for years to come as a receiver and return man.  Oregon is led by Freshman Charles Nelson, who has brought the Ducks fans to their feet with several of his kick returns.  Both squads have the manpower to change a game with a return, and both could become the deciding factor.

Matchup of the week:  Ty Montgomery and Ifo Ekpre-Olumu – This week, the premier matchup will be two stars that will continue their battle after this week into the professional ranks with Stanford Wide Receiver Ty Montgomery and Oregon Cornerback Ifo Ekpre-Olomu.  Montgomery has been a Swiss Army Knife for the Cardinal, and has been their main offensive threat all season.  Montgomery has the ability to change the game with the ball in his hands, and will be in for his most difficult test this season against the talented Ekpre-Olomu.  Ekpre-Olomu is a physical corner that does not shy away from contact.  Ekpre-Olomu is a true shutdown corner, and has been projected to be a top pick in the upcoming NFL draft.  This matchup may turn out to be the key to the success of the Cardinal or the Ducks on Saturday.      

Auburn is the defending champion of the Southeastern Conference, and was less than a minute away from winning a national title in Gus Malzahn's first season as Auburn's head coach.Ole Miss is 7-1 for the first time in many years, and is in the top 10 nationally for the first time since the early stages of the 2009 season.
Although the Rebels lost their first game last Satruday against LSU at venerable Tiger Stadium, all is not lost for coach Hugh Freeze and the Rebels. With a win against Auburn--which would be their first since 2012, Freeze's first season, Ole Miss could set themselves up for the potential to have a special season in Freeze's third year as Ole Miss' head coach.

Here are five things to look for as the Rebels and Tigers prepare to meet Saturday at 6 p.m. at Vaught-Hemingway. ESPN will televise this matchup.

1. The Rebels defense against the Tigers offense

Both coaches--Freeze and Malzahn--are proponents of the spread offense, although Auburn's version favors the run more prominently. A solid running game has been a staple at Auburn for many years. Remember Joe Cribbs, Bo Jackson, Ronnie Brown and Carnell "Cadillac" Williams? This season, Cameron Artis-Payne has seen plenty of chances to showcase his skill. So far, he's averaged over 118 yards a game, making him the third leading rusher in the Southeastern Conference. Quarterback Nick Marshall has been averaging over 96 yards running.
This will be a challenge to the Rebel defense, who has averaged giving up 10.5 points a game, and only eight touchdowns through eight games. Although LSU ran roughshod over the Ole Miss defense last Saturday in Baton Rouge--over 250 yards for the Tigers--they were only able to muster one touchdown.

It will be an intrguing matchup between the Rebels' "D" and Auburn's running game. Granted, Ole Miss will be without linebacker Denzel Nkemdiche, who suffered a season-ending ankle injury which required surgery, there will be others to step up.

2. Bryant, Shackleford will do well filling in

Linebackers Serderius Bryant and Deterrian Shackelford will be more than adequate to step in and fill Denzel's shoes against Auburn. Both have put together solid games throughout the season, and will again answer the call of defensive coordinator Dave Wommack when the chance presents itself.

3. Ole Miss' running game needs to step up

The storyline from last week's debacle in Baton Rouge was that the Ole Miss offense was never able to find any semblance of getting in synch. While the defense came up with four turnovers, the offense didn't follow through on the opportunities given to them. Granted, LSU's defense is no laughing matter, and they played a part in causing Ole Miss' offense to be out of rhythm. What will help Ole Miss will be for the running game to take charge early and often. Jaylen Walton, I'Tavius Mathers and company--even QB Bo Wallace has been known to tuck the ball and run for good yardage--needs to make the most of their chances to help keep Auburn's offense at bay.

4. Maybe There Is A Flaw in Auburn's defense??

Last week, albeit a losing effort, South Carolina scored 35 points and gained over 500 yards against Auburn's defense. If there is a flaw in the Tiger defense, Ole Miss needs to exploit it, and exploit it early and often. The Rebels have as much talent offensively as South Carolina. They need to focus and execute the plays that are called.

5. Put LSU loss in rear view mirror

Perhaps last week's trip to Baton Rouge was the Rebels' "bad game" of the season. Every team is entitled to have at least one bad game, and maybe the LSU game can qualify.

Again, Ole Miss should feel good that the powers that be on the College Football Playoff committee saw fit to put them No. 4 in their poll, a spot behind Auburn. In order for the Rebels to get back to the winning form that they had the previous seven weeks, each and every player, coach, fan, whoever has to put the loss to LSU in the rear view mirror. Senior quarterback Bo Wallace and the rest of the Rebels should be glad that they will be in front of the home crowd, which should be more than a strong asset to them.
Wallace needs to regain the spunk and fire that helped the Rebels get to a 7-0 mark. He needs to return to the "Good" Bo and "Effective" Bo that he'd been recently. He and the offensive coaches, as well as coach Freeze, needs to be on the proverbial same page. The defense did all they could last week. The offense needs to regain the form they had against Texas A&M, Tennessee, and maintain it through four full quarters.
Again, the Rebels still have a lot to play for. They still have a chance to have a special season.

It starts against Auburn.

In the words of UFC Ring Announcer Bruce Buffer, “Its Time!” for the battle in the PAC 12 North between the Stanford Cardinal and the Oregon Ducks.

It is the “irresistible force” of the Oregon Ducks, against the “immovable object” of the Stanford Cardinal.

This season, Oregon has again showed that the Ducks are one of the top teams in the nation by racking up victories over well-named opponents with their “high-flying” offense.  The Ducks have dominated on the offensive side of the ball this season, and will have their stiffest test of the season with the vaunted Stanford Cardinal defense.

Stanford enters the contest with a sub-par record in their eyes, and the Cardinal are looking to make a statement that they still belong as an elite program in the PAC 12.  Stanford will need a solid performance on both sides of the ball if they are to have any chance at besting the Oregon “Quack Attack”.

Here are five things to watch for on Saturday night:

Can Stanford stop Marcus Mariota?  This season, Stanford has been exceptional on the defensive side of the ball, and is 2^nd in the nation in holding teams to an average of 12.5 points per game.  Stanford has not faced a talent like Quarterback Marcus Mariota yet, and this may prove to be a difference maker.  Mariota is a top tier talent, and barring any unforeseen issues, will be a top pick in the upcoming 2015 NFL Draft.  Mariota has tremendous arm strength, and has the ability to get outside of the pocket and make a play in a moments notice.  However, one thing has eluded Mariota, he has never beaten Stanford while under center for the Ducks.  He has lost two close contests, and last year seemed to be on his back for the bulk of the game.  Mariota has something to prove, and look for him to make a statement this week. 

Will the Offensive Line of Oregon hold up against the Cardinal Front Seven?  Oregon has been saddled with injuries along their offensive line since training camp.  Many were projecting that the Ducks were going to have their best Offensive Line in years, until the injury bug hit.  The Ducks have survived the injury bug for the most part, and are getting healthy along the line.  Oregon is led by Pre-Season All American Hroniss Grasu at Center, and have kept Marcus Mariota upright all season.  However, the Ducks have not faced a defensive front like the Cardinal, and will be tested from the opening drive by Seniors Henry Anderson and A.J. Tarpley.  This will be a great battle to watch on Saturday.

Can Stanford score in the Red Zone?  This season, the Achilles heel for the Cardinal has been their play inside the Red Zone.  To describe their play inside the Red Zone, one word comes to mind, “dreadful”.  In the past few years, Stanford prided themselves on strong play inside the Red Zone, and boasted one of the best touchdown percentages in all of college football.  This season, they have lost two games because of their mistakes in the Red Zone.  Stanford cannot have another bad game in the Red Zone, or they will not be able to keep up with the high-powered Ducks offense.

Will Special Teams be the deciding factor?  Oregon and Stanford have two of the most prolific return squads in all of college football.  Senior Ty Montgomery of Stanford has been nothing short of amazing while returning kicks this season.  Many professional scouts and coaches all say Montgomery will be exciting crowds on Sunday’s for years to come as a receiver and return man.  Oregon is led by Freshman Charles Nelson, who has brought the Ducks fans to their feet with several of his kick returns.  Both squads have the manpower to change a game with a return, and both could become the deciding factor.

Matchup of the week:  Ty Montgomery and Ifo Ekpre-Olumu – This week, the premier matchup will be two stars that will continue their battle after this week into the professional ranks with Stanford Wide Receiver Ty Montgomery and Oregon Cornerback Ifo Ekpre-Olomu.  Montgomery has been a Swiss Army Knife for the Cardinal, and has been their main offensive threat all season.  Montgomery has the ability to change the game with the ball in his hands, and will be in for his most difficult test this season against the talented Ekpre-Olomu.  Ekpre-Olomu is a physical corner that does not shy away from contact.  Ekpre-Olomu is a true shutdown corner, and has been projected to be a top pick in the upcoming NFL draft.  This matchup may turn out to be the key to the success of the Cardinal or the Ducks on Saturday.      

Auburn is the defending champion of the Southeastern Conference, and was less than a minute away from winning a national title in Gus Malzahn's first season as Auburn's head coach.Ole Miss is 7-1 for the first time in many years, and is in the top 10 nationally for the first time since the early stages of the 2009 season.
Although the Rebels lost their first game last Satruday against LSU at venerable Tiger Stadium, all is not lost for coach Hugh Freeze and the Rebels. With a win against Auburn--which would be their first since 2012, Freeze's first season, Ole Miss could set themselves up for the potential to have a special season in Freeze's third year as Ole Miss' head coach.

Here are five things to look for as the Rebels and Tigers prepare to meet Saturday at 6 p.m. at Vaught-Hemingway. ESPN will televise this matchup.

1. The Rebels defense against the Tigers offense

Both coaches--Freeze and Malzahn--are proponents of the spread offense, although Auburn's version favors the run more prominently. A solid running game has been a staple at Auburn for many years. Remember Joe Cribbs, Bo Jackson, Ronnie Brown and Carnell "Cadillac" Williams? This season, Cameron Artis-Payne has seen plenty of chances to showcase his skill. So far, he's averaged over 118 yards a game, making him the third leading rusher in the Southeastern Conference. Quarterback Nick Marshall has been averaging over 96 yards running.
This will be a challenge to the Rebel defense, who has averaged giving up 10.5 points a game, and only eight touchdowns through eight games. Although LSU ran roughshod over the Ole Miss defense last Saturday in Baton Rouge--over 250 yards for the Tigers--they were only able to muster one touchdown.

It will be an intrguing matchup between the Rebels' "D" and Auburn's running game. Granted, Ole Miss will be without linebacker Denzel Nkemdiche, who suffered a season-ending ankle injury which required surgery, there will be others to step up.

2. Bryant, Shackleford will do well filling in

Linebackers Serderius Bryant and Deterrian Shackelford will be more than adequate to step in and fill Denzel's shoes against Auburn. Both have put together solid games throughout the season, and will again answer the call of defensive coordinator Dave Wommack when the chance presents itself.

3. Ole Miss' running game needs to step up

The storyline from last week's debacle in Baton Rouge was that the Ole Miss offense was never able to find any semblance of getting in synch. While the defense came up with four turnovers, the offense didn't follow through on the opportunities given to them. Granted, LSU's defense is no laughing matter, and they played a part in causing Ole Miss' offense to be out of rhythm. What will help Ole Miss will be for the running game to take charge early and often. Jaylen Walton, I'Tavius Mathers and company--even QB Bo Wallace has been known to tuck the ball and run for good yardage--needs to make the most of their chances to help keep Auburn's offense at bay.

4. Maybe There Is A Flaw in Auburn's defense??

Last week, albeit a losing effort, South Carolina scored 35 points and gained over 500 yards against Auburn's defense. If there is a flaw in the Tiger defense, Ole Miss needs to exploit it, and exploit it early and often. The Rebels have as much talent offensively as South Carolina. They need to focus and execute the plays that are called.

5. Put LSU loss in rear view mirror

Perhaps last week's trip to Baton Rouge was the Rebels' "bad game" of the season. Every team is entitled to have at least one bad game, and maybe the LSU game can qualify.

Again, Ole Miss should feel good that the powers that be on the College Football Playoff committee saw fit to put them No. 4 in their poll, a spot behind Auburn. In order for the Rebels to get back to the winning form that they had the previous seven weeks, each and every player, coach, fan, whoever has to put the loss to LSU in the rear view mirror. Senior quarterback Bo Wallace and the rest of the Rebels should be glad that they will be in front of the home crowd, which should be more than a strong asset to them.
Wallace needs to regain the spunk and fire that helped the Rebels get to a 7-0 mark. He needs to return to the "Good" Bo and "Effective" Bo that he'd been recently. He and the offensive coaches, as well as coach Freeze, needs to be on the proverbial same page. The defense did all they could last week. The offense needs to regain the form they had against Texas A&M, Tennessee, and maintain it through four full quarters.
Again, the Rebels still have a lot to play for. They still have a chance to have a special season.

It starts against Auburn.

In the words of UFC Ring Announcer Bruce Buffer, “Its Time!” for the battle in the PAC 12 North between the Stanford Cardinal and the Oregon Ducks.

It is the “irresistible force” of the Oregon Ducks, against the “immovable object” of the Stanford Cardinal.

This season, Oregon has again showed that the Ducks are one of the top teams in the nation by racking up victories over well-named opponents with their “high-flying” offense.  The Ducks have dominated on the offensive side of the ball this season, and will have their stiffest test of the season with the vaunted Stanford Cardinal defense.

Stanford enters the contest with a sub-par record in their eyes, and the Cardinal are looking to make a statement that they still belong as an elite program in the PAC 12.  Stanford will need a solid performance on both sides of the ball if they are to have any chance at besting the Oregon “Quack Attack”.

Here are five things to watch for on Saturday night:

Can Stanford stop Marcus Mariota?  This season, Stanford has been exceptional on the defensive side of the ball, and is 2^nd in the nation in holding teams to an average of 12.5 points per game.  Stanford has not faced a talent like Quarterback Marcus Mariota yet, and this may prove to be a difference maker.  Mariota is a top tier talent, and barring any unforeseen issues, will be a top pick in the upcoming 2015 NFL Draft.  Mariota has tremendous arm strength, and has the ability to get outside of the pocket and make a play in a moments notice.  However, one thing has eluded Mariota, he has never beaten Stanford while under center for the Ducks.  He has lost two close contests, and last year seemed to be on his back for the bulk of the game.  Mariota has something to prove, and look for him to make a statement this week. 

Will the Offensive Line of Oregon hold up against the Cardinal Front Seven?  Oregon has been saddled with injuries along their offensive line since training camp.  Many were projecting that the Ducks were going to have their best Offensive Line in years, until the injury bug hit.  The Ducks have survived the injury bug for the most part, and are getting healthy along the line.  Oregon is led by Pre-Season All American Hroniss Grasu at Center, and have kept Marcus Mariota upright all season.  However, the Ducks have not faced a defensive front like the Cardinal, and will be tested from the opening drive by Seniors Henry Anderson and A.J. Tarpley.  This will be a great battle to watch on Saturday.

Can Stanford score in the Red Zone?  This season, the Achilles heel for the Cardinal has been their play inside the Red Zone.  To describe their play inside the Red Zone, one word comes to mind, “dreadful”.  In the past few years, Stanford prided themselves on strong play inside the Red Zone, and boasted one of the best touchdown percentages in all of college football.  This season, they have lost two games because of their mistakes in the Red Zone.  Stanford cannot have another bad game in the Red Zone, or they will not be able to keep up with the high-powered Ducks offense.

Will Special Teams be the deciding factor?  Oregon and Stanford have two of the most prolific return squads in all of college football.  Senior Ty Montgomery of Stanford has been nothing short of amazing while returning kicks this season.  Many professional scouts and coaches all say Montgomery will be exciting crowds on Sunday’s for years to come as a receiver and return man.  Oregon is led by Freshman Charles Nelson, who has brought the Ducks fans to their feet with several of his kick returns.  Both squads have the manpower to change a game with a return, and both could become the deciding factor.

Matchup of the week:  Ty Montgomery and Ifo Ekpre-Olumu – This week, the premier matchup will be two stars that will continue their battle after this week into the professional ranks with Stanford Wide Receiver Ty Montgomery and Oregon Cornerback Ifo Ekpre-Olomu.  Montgomery has been a Swiss Army Knife for the Cardinal, and has been their main offensive threat all season.  Montgomery has the ability to change the game with the ball in his hands, and will be in for his most difficult test this season against the talented Ekpre-Olomu.  Ekpre-Olomu is a physical corner that does not shy away from contact.  Ekpre-Olomu is a true shutdown corner, and has been projected to be a top pick in the upcoming NFL draft.  This matchup may turn out to be the key to the success of the Cardinal or the Ducks on Saturday.      

Auburn is the defending champion of the Southeastern Conference, and was less than a minute away from winning a national title in Gus Malzahn's first season as Auburn's head coach.Ole Miss is 7-1 for the first time in many years, and is in the top 10 nationally for the first time since the early stages of the 2009 season.
Although the Rebels lost their first game last Satruday against LSU at venerable Tiger Stadium, all is not lost for coach Hugh Freeze and the Rebels. With a win against Auburn--which would be their first since 2012, Freeze's first season, Ole Miss could set themselves up for the potential to have a special season in Freeze's third year as Ole Miss' head coach.

Here are five things to look for as the Rebels and Tigers prepare to meet Saturday at 6 p.m. at Vaught-Hemingway. ESPN will televise this matchup.

1. The Rebels defense against the Tigers offense

Both coaches--Freeze and Malzahn--are proponents of the spread offense, although Auburn's version favors the run more prominently. A solid running game has been a staple at Auburn for many years. Remember Joe Cribbs, Bo Jackson, Ronnie Brown and Carnell "Cadillac" Williams? This season, Cameron Artis-Payne has seen plenty of chances to showcase his skill. So far, he's averaged over 118 yards a game, making him the third leading rusher in the Southeastern Conference. Quarterback Nick Marshall has been averaging over 96 yards running.
This will be a challenge to the Rebel defense, who has averaged giving up 10.5 points a game, and only eight touchdowns through eight games. Although LSU ran roughshod over the Ole Miss defense last Saturday in Baton Rouge--over 250 yards for the Tigers--they were only able to muster one touchdown.

It will be an intrguing matchup between the Rebels' "D" and Auburn's running game. Granted, Ole Miss will be without linebacker Denzel Nkemdiche, who suffered a season-ending ankle injury which required surgery, there will be others to step up.

2. Bryant, Shackleford will do well filling in

Linebackers Serderius Bryant and Deterrian Shackelford will be more than adequate to step in and fill Denzel's shoes against Auburn. Both have put together solid games throughout the season, and will again answer the call of defensive coordinator Dave Wommack when the chance presents itself.

3. Ole Miss' running game needs to step up

The storyline from last week's debacle in Baton Rouge was that the Ole Miss offense was never able to find any semblance of getting in synch. While the defense came up with four turnovers, the offense didn't follow through on the opportunities given to them. Granted, LSU's defense is no laughing matter, and they played a part in causing Ole Miss' offense to be out of rhythm. What will help Ole Miss will be for the running game to take charge early and often. Jaylen Walton, I'Tavius Mathers and company--even QB Bo Wallace has been known to tuck the ball and run for good yardage--needs to make the most of their chances to help keep Auburn's offense at bay.

4. Maybe There Is A Flaw in Auburn's defense??

Last week, albeit a losing effort, South Carolina scored 35 points and gained over 500 yards against Auburn's defense. If there is a flaw in the Tiger defense, Ole Miss needs to exploit it, and exploit it early and often. The Rebels have as much talent offensively as South Carolina. They need to focus and execute the plays that are called.

5. Put LSU loss in rear view mirror

Perhaps last week's trip to Baton Rouge was the Rebels' "bad game" of the season. Every team is entitled to have at least one bad game, and maybe the LSU game can qualify.

Again, Ole Miss should feel good that the powers that be on the College Football Playoff committee saw fit to put them No. 4 in their poll, a spot behind Auburn. In order for the Rebels to get back to the winning form that they had the previous seven weeks, each and every player, coach, fan, whoever has to put the loss to LSU in the rear view mirror. Senior quarterback Bo Wallace and the rest of the Rebels should be glad that they will be in front of the home crowd, which should be more than a strong asset to them.
Wallace needs to regain the spunk and fire that helped the Rebels get to a 7-0 mark. He needs to return to the "Good" Bo and "Effective" Bo that he'd been recently. He and the offensive coaches, as well as coach Freeze, needs to be on the proverbial same page. The defense did all they could last week. The offense needs to regain the form they had against Texas A&M, Tennessee, and maintain it through four full quarters.
Again, the Rebels still have a lot to play for. They still have a chance to have a special season.

It starts against Auburn.

In the words of UFC Ring Announcer Bruce Buffer, “Its Time!” for the battle in the PAC 12 North between the Stanford Cardinal and the Oregon Ducks.

It is the “irresistible force” of the Oregon Ducks, against the “immovable object” of the Stanford Cardinal.

This season, Oregon has again showed that the Ducks are one of the top teams in the nation by racking up victories over well-named opponents with their “high-flying” offense.  The Ducks have dominated on the offensive side of the ball this season, and will have their stiffest test of the season with the vaunted Stanford Cardinal defense.

Stanford enters the contest with a sub-par record in their eyes, and the Cardinal are looking to make a statement that they still belong as an elite program in the PAC 12.  Stanford will need a solid performance on both sides of the ball if they are to have any chance at besting the Oregon “Quack Attack”.

Here are five things to watch for on Saturday night:

Can Stanford stop Marcus Mariota?  This season, Stanford has been exceptional on the defensive side of the ball, and is 2^nd in the nation in holding teams to an average of 12.5 points per game.  Stanford has not faced a talent like Quarterback Marcus Mariota yet, and this may prove to be a difference maker.  Mariota is a top tier talent, and barring any unforeseen issues, will be a top pick in the upcoming 2015 NFL Draft.  Mariota has tremendous arm strength, and has the ability to get outside of the pocket and make a play in a moments notice.  However, one thing has eluded Mariota, he has never beaten Stanford while under center for the Ducks.  He has lost two close contests, and last year seemed to be on his back for the bulk of the game.  Mariota has something to prove, and look for him to make a statement this week. 

Will the Offensive Line of Oregon hold up against the Cardinal Front Seven?  Oregon has been saddled with injuries along their offensive line since training camp.  Many were projecting that the Ducks were going to have their best Offensive Line in years, until the injury bug hit.  The Ducks have survived the injury bug for the most part, and are getting healthy along the line.  Oregon is led by Pre-Season All American Hroniss Grasu at Center, and have kept Marcus Mariota upright all season.  However, the Ducks have not faced a defensive front like the Cardinal, and will be tested from the opening drive by Seniors Henry Anderson and A.J. Tarpley.  This will be a great battle to watch on Saturday.

Can Stanford score in the Red Zone?  This season, the Achilles heel for the Cardinal has been their play inside the Red Zone.  To describe their play inside the Red Zone, one word comes to mind, “dreadful”.  In the past few years, Stanford prided themselves on strong play inside the Red Zone, and boasted one of the best touchdown percentages in all of college football.  This season, they have lost two games because of their mistakes in the Red Zone.  Stanford cannot have another bad game in the Red Zone, or they will not be able to keep up with the high-powered Ducks offense.

Will Special Teams be the deciding factor?  Oregon and Stanford have two of the most prolific return squads in all of college football.  Senior Ty Montgomery of Stanford has been nothing short of amazing while returning kicks this season.  Many professional scouts and coaches all say Montgomery will be exciting crowds on Sunday’s for years to come as a receiver and return man.  Oregon is led by Freshman Charles Nelson, who has brought the Ducks fans to their feet with several of his kick returns.  Both squads have the manpower to change a game with a return, and both could become the deciding factor.

Matchup of the week:  Ty Montgomery and Ifo Ekpre-Olumu – This week, the premier matchup will be two stars that will continue their battle after this week into the professional ranks with Stanford Wide Receiver Ty Montgomery and Oregon Cornerback Ifo Ekpre-Olomu.  Montgomery has been a Swiss Army Knife for the Cardinal, and has been their main offensive threat all season.  Montgomery has the ability to change the game with the ball in his hands, and will be in for his most difficult test this season against the talented Ekpre-Olomu.  Ekpre-Olomu is a physical corner that does not shy away from contact.  Ekpre-Olomu is a true shutdown corner, and has been projected to be a top pick in the upcoming NFL draft.  This matchup may turn out to be the key to the success of the Cardinal or the Ducks on Saturday.      

Auburn is the defending champion of the Southeastern Conference, and was less than a minute away from winning a national title in Gus Malzahn's first season as Auburn's head coach.Ole Miss is 7-1 for the first time in many years, and is in the top 10 nationally for the first time since the early stages of the 2009 season.
Although the Rebels lost their first game last Satruday against LSU at venerable Tiger Stadium, all is not lost for coach Hugh Freeze and the Rebels. With a win against Auburn--which would be their first since 2012, Freeze's first season, Ole Miss could set themselves up for the potential to have a special season in Freeze's third year as Ole Miss' head coach.

Here are five things to look for as the Rebels and Tigers prepare to meet Saturday at 6 p.m. at Vaught-Hemingway. ESPN will televise this matchup.

1. The Rebels defense against the Tigers offense

Both coaches--Freeze and Malzahn--are proponents of the spread offense, although Auburn's version favors the run more prominently. A solid running game has been a staple at Auburn for many years. Remember Joe Cribbs, Bo Jackson, Ronnie Brown and Carnell "Cadillac" Williams? This season, Cameron Artis-Payne has seen plenty of chances to showcase his skill. So far, he's averaged over 118 yards a game, making him the third leading rusher in the Southeastern Conference. Quarterback Nick Marshall has been averaging over 96 yards running.
This will be a challenge to the Rebel defense, who has averaged giving up 10.5 points a game, and only eight touchdowns through eight games. Although LSU ran roughshod over the Ole Miss defense last Saturday in Baton Rouge--over 250 yards for the Tigers--they were only able to muster one touchdown.

It will be an intrguing matchup between the Rebels' "D" and Auburn's running game. Granted, Ole Miss will be without linebacker Denzel Nkemdiche, who suffered a season-ending ankle injury which required surgery, there will be others to step up.

2. Bryant, Shackleford will do well filling in

Linebackers Serderius Bryant and Deterrian Shackelford will be more than adequate to step in and fill Denzel's shoes against Auburn. Both have put together solid games throughout the season, and will again answer the call of defensive coordinator Dave Wommack when the chance presents itself.

3. Ole Miss' running game needs to step up

The storyline from last week's debacle in Baton Rouge was that the Ole Miss offense was never able to find any semblance of getting in synch. While the defense came up with four turnovers, the offense didn't follow through on the opportunities given to them. Granted, LSU's defense is no laughing matter, and they played a part in causing Ole Miss' offense to be out of rhythm. What will help Ole Miss will be for the running game to take charge early and often. Jaylen Walton, I'Tavius Mathers and company--even QB Bo Wallace has been known to tuck the ball and run for good yardage--needs to make the most of their chances to help keep Auburn's offense at bay.

4. Maybe There Is A Flaw in Auburn's defense??

Last week, albeit a losing effort, South Carolina scored 35 points and gained over 500 yards against Auburn's defense. If there is a flaw in the Tiger defense, Ole Miss needs to exploit it, and exploit it early and often. The Rebels have as much talent offensively as South Carolina. They need to focus and execute the plays that are called.

5. Put LSU loss in rear view mirror

Perhaps last week's trip to Baton Rouge was the Rebels' "bad game" of the season. Every team is entitled to have at least one bad game, and maybe the LSU game can qualify.

Again, Ole Miss should feel good that the powers that be on the College Football Playoff committee saw fit to put them No. 4 in their poll, a spot behind Auburn. In order for the Rebels to get back to the winning form that they had the previous seven weeks, each and every player, coach, fan, whoever has to put the loss to LSU in the rear view mirror. Senior quarterback Bo Wallace and the rest of the Rebels should be glad that they will be in front of the home crowd, which should be more than a strong asset to them.
Wallace needs to regain the spunk and fire that helped the Rebels get to a 7-0 mark. He needs to return to the "Good" Bo and "Effective" Bo that he'd been recently. He and the offensive coaches, as well as coach Freeze, needs to be on the proverbial same page. The defense did all they could last week. The offense needs to regain the form they had against Texas A&M, Tennessee, and maintain it through four full quarters.
Again, the Rebels still have a lot to play for. They still have a chance to have a special season.

It starts against Auburn.

In the words of UFC Ring Announcer Bruce Buffer, “Its Time!” for the battle in the PAC 12 North between the Stanford Cardinal and the Oregon Ducks.

It is the “irresistible force” of the Oregon Ducks, against the “immovable object” of the Stanford Cardinal.

This season, Oregon has again showed that the Ducks are one of the top teams in the nation by racking up victories over well-named opponents with their “high-flying” offense.  The Ducks have dominated on the offensive side of the ball this season, and will have their stiffest test of the season with the vaunted Stanford Cardinal defense.

Stanford enters the contest with a sub-par record in their eyes, and the Cardinal are looking to make a statement that they still belong as an elite program in the PAC 12.  Stanford will need a solid performance on both sides of the ball if they are to have any chance at besting the Oregon “Quack Attack”.

Here are five things to watch for on Saturday night:

Can Stanford stop Marcus Mariota?  This season, Stanford has been exceptional on the defensive side of the ball, and is 2^nd in the nation in holding teams to an average of 12.5 points per game.  Stanford has not faced a talent like Quarterback Marcus Mariota yet, and this may prove to be a difference maker.  Mariota is a top tier talent, and barring any unforeseen issues, will be a top pick in the upcoming 2015 NFL Draft.  Mariota has tremendous arm strength, and has the ability to get outside of the pocket and make a play in a moments notice.  However, one thing has eluded Mariota, he has never beaten Stanford while under center for the Ducks.  He has lost two close contests, and last year seemed to be on his back for the bulk of the game.  Mariota has something to prove, and look for him to make a statement this week. 

Will the Offensive Line of Oregon hold up against the Cardinal Front Seven?  Oregon has been saddled with injuries along their offensive line since training camp.  Many were projecting that the Ducks were going to have their best Offensive Line in years, until the injury bug hit.  The Ducks have survived the injury bug for the most part, and are getting healthy along the line.  Oregon is led by Pre-Season All American Hroniss Grasu at Center, and have kept Marcus Mariota upright all season.  However, the Ducks have not faced a defensive front like the Cardinal, and will be tested from the opening drive by Seniors Henry Anderson and A.J. Tarpley.  This will be a great battle to watch on Saturday.

Can Stanford score in the Red Zone?  This season, the Achilles heel for the Cardinal has been their play inside the Red Zone.  To describe their play inside the Red Zone, one word comes to mind, “dreadful”.  In the past few years, Stanford prided themselves on strong play inside the Red Zone, and boasted one of the best touchdown percentages in all of college football.  This season, they have lost two games because of their mistakes in the Red Zone.  Stanford cannot have another bad game in the Red Zone, or they will not be able to keep up with the high-powered Ducks offense.

Will Special Teams be the deciding factor?  Oregon and Stanford have two of the most prolific return squads in all of college football.  Senior Ty Montgomery of Stanford has been nothing short of amazing while returning kicks this season.  Many professional scouts and coaches all say Montgomery will be exciting crowds on Sunday’s for years to come as a receiver and return man.  Oregon is led by Freshman Charles Nelson, who has brought the Ducks fans to their feet with several of his kick returns.  Both squads have the manpower to change a game with a return, and both could become the deciding factor.

Matchup of the week:  Ty Montgomery and Ifo Ekpre-Olumu – This week, the premier matchup will be two stars that will continue their battle after this week into the professional ranks with Stanford Wide Receiver Ty Montgomery and Oregon Cornerback Ifo Ekpre-Olomu.  Montgomery has been a Swiss Army Knife for the Cardinal, and has been their main offensive threat all season.  Montgomery has the ability to change the game with the ball in his hands, and will be in for his most difficult test this season against the talented Ekpre-Olomu.  Ekpre-Olomu is a physical corner that does not shy away from contact.  Ekpre-Olomu is a true shutdown corner, and has been projected to be a top pick in the upcoming NFL draft.  This matchup may turn out to be the key to the success of the Cardinal or the Ducks on Saturday.      

Auburn is the defending champion of the Southeastern Conference, and was less than a minute away from winning a national title in Gus Malzahn's first season as Auburn's head coach.Ole Miss is 7-1 for the first time in many years, and is in the top 10 nationally for the first time since the early stages of the 2009 season.
Although the Rebels lost their first game last Satruday against LSU at venerable Tiger Stadium, all is not lost for coach Hugh Freeze and the Rebels. With a win against Auburn--which would be their first since 2012, Freeze's first season, Ole Miss could set themselves up for the potential to have a special season in Freeze's third year as Ole Miss' head coach.

Here are five things to look for as the Rebels and Tigers prepare to meet Saturday at 6 p.m. at Vaught-Hemingway. ESPN will televise this matchup.

1. The Rebels defense against the Tigers offense

Both coaches--Freeze and Malzahn--are proponents of the spread offense, although Auburn's version favors the run more prominently. A solid running game has been a staple at Auburn for many years. Remember Joe Cribbs, Bo Jackson, Ronnie Brown and Carnell "Cadillac" Williams? This season, Cameron Artis-Payne has seen plenty of chances to showcase his skill. So far, he's averaged over 118 yards a game, making him the third leading rusher in the Southeastern Conference. Quarterback Nick Marshall has been averaging over 96 yards running.
This will be a challenge to the Rebel defense, who has averaged giving up 10.5 points a game, and only eight touchdowns through eight games. Although LSU ran roughshod over the Ole Miss defense last Saturday in Baton Rouge--over 250 yards for the Tigers--they were only able to muster one touchdown.

It will be an intrguing matchup between the Rebels' "D" and Auburn's running game. Granted, Ole Miss will be without linebacker Denzel Nkemdiche, who suffered a season-ending ankle injury which required surgery, there will be others to step up.

2. Bryant, Shackleford will do well filling in

Linebackers Serderius Bryant and Deterrian Shackelford will be more than adequate to step in and fill Denzel's shoes against Auburn. Both have put together solid games throughout the season, and will again answer the call of defensive coordinator Dave Wommack when the chance presents itself.

3. Ole Miss' running game needs to step up

The storyline from last week's debacle in Baton Rouge was that the Ole Miss offense was never able to find any semblance of getting in synch. While the defense came up with four turnovers, the offense didn't follow through on the opportunities given to them. Granted, LSU's defense is no laughing matter, and they played a part in causing Ole Miss' offense to be out of rhythm. What will help Ole Miss will be for the running game to take charge early and often. Jaylen Walton, I'Tavius Mathers and company--even QB Bo Wallace has been known to tuck the ball and run for good yardage--needs to make the most of their chances to help keep Auburn's offense at bay.

4. Maybe There Is A Flaw in Auburn's defense??

Last week, albeit a losing effort, South Carolina scored 35 points and gained over 500 yards against Auburn's defense. If there is a flaw in the Tiger defense, Ole Miss needs to exploit it, and exploit it early and often. The Rebels have as much talent offensively as South Carolina. They need to focus and execute the plays that are called.

5. Put LSU loss in rear view mirror

Perhaps last week's trip to Baton Rouge was the Rebels' "bad game" of the season. Every team is entitled to have at least one bad game, and maybe the LSU game can qualify.

Again, Ole Miss should feel good that the powers that be on the College Football Playoff committee saw fit to put them No. 4 in their poll, a spot behind Auburn. In order for the Rebels to get back to the winning form that they had the previous seven weeks, each and every player, coach, fan, whoever has to put the loss to LSU in the rear view mirror. Senior quarterback Bo Wallace and the rest of the Rebels should be glad that they will be in front of the home crowd, which should be more than a strong asset to them.
Wallace needs to regain the spunk and fire that helped the Rebels get to a 7-0 mark. He needs to return to the "Good" Bo and "Effective" Bo that he'd been recently. He and the offensive coaches, as well as coach Freeze, needs to be on the proverbial same page. The defense did all they could last week. The offense needs to regain the form they had against Texas A&M, Tennessee, and maintain it through four full quarters.
Again, the Rebels still have a lot to play for. They still have a chance to have a special season.

It starts against Auburn.

Miami has not been a happy hunting ground for the San Diego Chargers. Back in 1995 the Chargers lost 26-49 against the San Francisco 49ers at Super Bowl XXIX. Mike McCoy will be tyring to avoid a third straight defeat on Sunday.

Here are five things to know about the game;

Gates in form

Antonio Gates has had a very productive season for the Chargers thus far. Gates leads the Bolts in touchdowns with nine and needs five me to equal Tony Martin (1996) and Lance Alworth's (1965) touchdown record for a single season for the Chargers (14). If Gates gets another on Sunday, it will be the fourth time in his career that he has reached 10 or more touchdowns in a season. Tony Martin (1996) and Lance Alworth (1965) hold the touchdown record for a single season for the Chargers with 14 touchdowns.

It's time to go long

Miami born Branden Oliver has made the longest play for the Chargers in 2014 with 52 yards rushing. Mike Wallace leads the way for the Dolpins with a 50-yard receptions.

A dollar in the red

Ryan Tannehill has been sacked 17 times so far this season for a loss of 100 yards. Tannehill will be hoping to avoid being the most sacked quarterback for a second season in a row.

Miami love to entertain the Chargers

The Chargers are not only looking to avoid a third straight defeat this season, but they have lost their last eight games on the road to the Dolphins.

Sack master

Cameron Wake is looking for sack number 58 of his career and has had a sack in each of his last three games.

This is a tough game to call, both teams have their sights set on the playoffs. A defeat for either team will be a big set-back.

As the National Football League heads into the second half of the 2014 season there is a growing divide between those who are contenders and those teams that are pretenders that may be looking for head coaches next season. Oakland has already fired Dennis Allen and its safe to say that they probably won't keep interim head coach Tony Sparano. Atlanta and the New York Jets are two other prime candidates to be looking for head coaches in 2015 as Mike Smith has not been able to turn things around in Atlanta. Meanwhile, the Jets under Rex Ryan continue their freefall as they are paying the price for Geno Smith not panning out and their front office not being aggressive enough in the offseason to upgrade their offense. With that being said here is a look at five assistant coaches who could become head coaches in the National Football League as soon as this offseason.

Miami has not been a happy hunting ground for the San Diego Chargers. Back in 1995 the Chargers lost 26-49 against the San Francisco 49ers at Super Bowl XXIX. Mike McCoy will be tyring to avoid a third straight defeat on Sunday.

Here are five things to know about the game;

Gates in form

Antonio Gates has had a very productive season for the Chargers thus far. Gates leads the Bolts in touchdowns with nine and needs five me to equal Tony Martin (1996) and Lance Alworth's (1965) touchdown record for a single season for the Chargers (14). If Gates gets another on Sunday, it will be the fourth time in his career that he has reached 10 or more touchdowns in a season. Tony Martin (1996) and Lance Alworth (1965) hold the touchdown record for a single season for the Chargers with 14 touchdowns.

It's time to go long

Miami born Branden Oliver has made the longest play for the Chargers in 2014 with 52 yards rushing. Mike Wallace leads the way for the Dolpins with a 50-yard receptions.

A dollar in the red

Ryan Tannehill has been sacked 17 times so far this season for a loss of 100 yards. Tannehill will be hoping to avoid being the most sacked quarterback for a second season in a row.

Miami love to entertain the Chargers

The Chargers are not only looking to avoid a third straight defeat this season, but they have lost their last eight games on the road to the Dolphins.

Sack master

Cameron Wake is looking for sack number 58 of his career and has had a sack in each of his last three games.

This is a tough game to call, both teams have their sights set on the playoffs. A defeat for either team will be a big set-back.

As the National Football League heads into the second half of the 2014 season there is a growing divide between those who are contenders and those teams that are pretenders that may be looking for head coaches next season. Oakland has already fired Dennis Allen and its safe to say that they probably won't keep interim head coach Tony Sparano. Atlanta and the New York Jets are two other prime candidates to be looking for head coaches in 2015 as Mike Smith has not been able to turn things around in Atlanta. Meanwhile, the Jets under Rex Ryan continue their freefall as they are paying the price for Geno Smith not panning out and their front office not being aggressive enough in the offseason to upgrade their offense. With that being said here is a look at five assistant coaches who could become head coaches in the National Football League as soon as this offseason.