re: Bama fans, don't expect a blow out Saturday.

FSU's offense has talent, but many of the play-makers are young. The QB is tough and doesn't get rattled. It is his second year playing so I expect improved play from him (as I do Jalen Hurts). Their OL was serviceable at the end of the season, but still gave up like 34 sacks throughout the season. They lost their best RB of all time and 2 of their better receivers. Their starting RB had only 61 carries all season. Murray and Tate are pretty solid receivers. Bama's defense also is very talented, but they are replacing lots of starters who are playing in the Pros now. I predict they score 17 points against Bama.

Bama returns most of it's skill players (minus OJ Howard and Stewart) and loses a couple OL. I'm thinking that having our running game to the left will be productive. My concerns are the right side of the line running and pass blocking. Derwin James will make plays and either force a fumble or INT at some point in the game. I predict he'll have some open field tackles with Jalen scrambling when the receivers aren't open. I predict Bama's offense scoring 24-27 points. Establishing the run is crucial to take pressure off Jalen.

The big questions are NOTs (non offensive touchdowns) by both teams making the difference in the game.