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PSU compares to strong SEC defense. They tend to have bruisers at RB. Their WRs have plenty of game speed. In the 90's their talent level was higher across the board, imo.
MSU plays a fast variety of football, with speed at QB, RB & WR. That speed tends to be reckless and paired with minimal talent on D.
Illinois has fast players on both sides of the ball, (moreso than the last few years) but we all know that's the SEC influence of Zooker.
UM recruits superior athletes but their S&C is greatly maligned by their own fans, as is their offseason dedication. Too many players grow complacent there, as offseason workouts are truly treated as optional, unlike most premiere schools where players police themselves and lazy attitudes lead to the bench. I sincerely believe this is why a number of UM players seem to play above their draft stock in the league, especially at LB.
Iowa & Wisky do not land many blue chippers, but are typically coached up into disciplined, smart teams. (note this hasn't been the case the last couple years for Iowa)
Minnesota & NW are not particularly talented across the board, but both have had strong RB play recently.
Indiana's offense, THIS year, has a lot of speed with Lewis, Hardy, Thigpen and others. Their D is still suspect, however.
Last edited by jwinslow; 10-29-2007 at 10:58 PM.
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