2013 College Football Predictions

This is just a prediction of the order of finish with some awards picked at the end. Other than that, I will not be predicting how each individual team will do or give team previews. However, if I am asked to do a team preview I will see if I can get one done real quick.
For now I can just say that I am excited for a great season and FSU looks to be tough. Coming off a 12 win season, I am excited for this year. They didn't quite finish undefeated last year, but it was close. This will be our last controversial championship (in theory) as the playoffs start after next year.

End of Regular Season Top 25
25. Michigan (8-4)
24. Notre Dame (8-4)
23. Kansas State (8-4)
22. Michigan State (9-3)
21. Oklahoma (8-4)
20. Arkansas (8-4)
19. Utah State (11-1)
18. Wisconsin (9-3)
17. Ohio State (10-3)
16. TCU (9-3)
15. Oregon (10-2)
14. LSU (10-2)
13. Texas A & M (10-2)
12. Virginia Tech (11-2)
11. Georgia (10-2)
10. Texas Tech (10-2)
9. Alabama (11-2)
8. South Carolina (12-1)
7. Clemson (11-1)
6. Oklahoma State (11-1)
5. Louisville (12-0)
4. Florida State (13-0)
3. Stanford (13-0)
2. Nebraska (13-0)
1. Texas (12-0)

Heisman: Jadeveon Clowney, DE, South Carolina
No straight up defensive player has ever won the Heisman, but no defensive player has been as hyped as Jadeveon. If South Carolina stays in the championship mix, his chances are very good. I think Clowney has a really good shot and I can guarantee that Manziel won't repeat his win. I think his top competition for the award will be Taylor Martinez, Tajh Boyd, Teddy Bridgewater, and David Ash.

Coach of the Year: Bo Pelini
If Nebraska gets to the title game as I have predicted, I think its a safe bet that Pelini wins. However, if it is a more widely predicted matchup like Alabama vs. Ohio State; the race is wide open. I think Pelini has a pretty good chance of exceeding expectations and winning this award. Needless to say, I don't think Pelini will be on the hot seat after this season.

Rose Bowl: Stanford vs. Ohio State
Sugar Bowl: South Carolina vs. Clemson
Fiesta Bowl: Louisville vs. Oklahoma State
Orange Bowl: FSU vs. Alabama
National Championship: Texas vs. Nebraska
National Champions: Texas Longhorns

I could explain the many scenarios I see possibly playing out, and will upon request. However, there are just so many that it takes a lot of space and this is a lot to digest already. Therefore, I just thought I would keep it simple. Should be interesting to see what people have to say about those picks. Let the controversy begin.

-Noland