Nebraska:
Agreed, Dave, f'n stupid. The man was 67-27 (better than Osborne at the same point) and never fewer than nine wins. Biggest problem? No conference championships and no major bowl appearances. Good luck trying to find a better coach (see Michigan for what happens when you fire a good coach and see Rich Rodriguez for what happens when you get fired).
Ohio State:
Have to give the edge to Wisconsin in the title game now that Barrett is out. They may be able to circle the wagons, but it's going to be tough. One the other hand, and maybe somewhat more importantly, the Weaselines are the Buckeyes b!tches AGAIN for another 365 days (how's that feel Dion?)
Alabama:
Didn't see the game (driving back from the beach), but no one played any defense. Doesn't bode well if the come up against a passing team like Oregon.
Right now, I'd put Oregon at #1, Alabama at #2, FSU at #3 and leave TCU at #4. With Barrett out, I can't put the Buckeyes in that #4 spot. However, if they beat Wisconsin, I could see them slide into #4.