SH-So Drew Stanton has sore ribs, MSU has a banged-up offensive line and Michigan has one of the country's best defensive lines. Anyone else worried about Stanton's safety? The last time MSU went to Ann Arbor, the Wolverines needed some magic from Braylon Edwards — and Jaren Hayes on the field for MSU — to win. I don't think they'll need a late-game hero to pull this one out.

U-M 34, MSU 17

EC-The motivation exists for the Spartans to pull off the upset — those seniors don't want to leave the program without beating U-M. But Stanton's banged up, Javon Ringer is out for the year and the offensive line is a mess. I wish I could pick MSU here, but the injuries are too much to overcome.

U-M 28, MSU 24

TK-LaMarr Woodley will eat through MSU's offensive line like a termite. Mario Manningham will probably catch a touchdown pass before the band's done playing the national anthem. Mike Hart will run for two and a half miles. There's absolutely no reason why the Spartans should win this game. So, of course, they will.

MSU 35, U-M 27

LB-I have no doubt in my mind — MSU will come ready to play on Saturday. Last week's upset will propel the Spartans past the Wolverines in a hard-fought battle. I believe the game will be back and forth and will most likely be decided in the last minute. I've got my Spartans in this road upset over No. 6 Michigan.

MSU 33, U-M 30

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No. 9 LSU at No. 5 Florida

SH-How can you not love SEC football? It seems like there's an amazing matchup like this every week. If you didn't catch Auburn's 7-3 win against LSU earlier this year, then tune in to this one to see something similar. Except LSU comes out on top.

LSU 17, Florida 13

EC-I won't bore anyone with an analysis of key matchups and home-field advantage. This game comes down to one simple factor: Which team needs it more? LSU can't afford a second SEC loss at this point in the season. All hopes of winning the conference will go out the window. Florida can take the hit and still make it to the SEC championship. The Tigers will win a nail-biter.

LSU 17, Florida 14

TK-Florida looked pretty beatable against Alabama last week. The Tide were within a point until late in the fourth quarter, despite starting a quarterback named John Parker Wilson. (No relation to Ashley Parker Angel.) As Conley will attest, if you have problems with a three-named quarterback, you're in trouble.

LSU 21, Florida 10

LB-There are a plethora of great games this weekend, but this will be the best game to watch. It has been the Urban Meyer and Chris Leak show this season down in The Swamp. With an impressive win against 'Bama last weekend, I predict Florida to keep rolling this weekend. Look for a high-scoring game.

Florida 45, LSU 37

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No. 7 Texas at No. 14 Oklahoma

SH-It's been a while since Texas quarterback Colt McCoy has graced our pages, and I'm more than happy to welcome him back. Before last year, Texas had a tough time getting over the hump that is Oklahoma. Now that they're over it, I don't see them looking back.

Texas 28, Oklahoma 17

EC-The Red River Shootout is one of the best rivalry games in college football. Adrian Peterson — and the Sooners' collective hatred for the Longhorns — should be able to keep it relatively close, but Texas' depth at running back will be the difference.

Texas 31, Oklahoma 21

TK-Since getting spanked by Ohio State, the Longhorns have beaten three cupcakes by a combined score of 145-24. Think they're ready for a real test? I do. And why wouldn't you believe me, other than the fact that I went 0-4 last week?

Texas 33, Oklahoma 20

LB-This is a toss-up for me. Oklahoma's program is finally taking a step in the right direction. I know the Sooners are still extremely upset about their loss to Oregon two weeks ago, but I think they will prevail this weekend. (And just a reminder to check out Adrian Peterson — he is out cold.)

Oklahoma 28, Texas 23

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No. 13 Tennessee at No. 10 Georgia

SH-This game confuses me. I love SEC football, and I love showdowns between highly ranked teams, but I just don't have much interest in it. Maybe it's because Georgia deserved to lose to a horrendous 0-5 Colorado team two weeks ago. Karma gets them this week.

Tennessee 24, Georgia 20

EC-I'm not particularly high on either team right now. Tennessee hasn't come close to matching the effort it put forth against California in a season-opening blowout, while Georgia's quarterback situation is frightening at best. I'll give the Bulldogs the edge because of home-field advantage. The defense will thrive "between the hedges."

Georgia 27, Tennessee 17

TK-Playing lowly Colorado two weeks ago, Georgia managed just 54 rushing yards, converted 3-of-11 third downs, was held scoreless for the game's first 50 minutes … and still won. When your defense gives up a nation-low 6.8 points a game, that can happen.

Georgia 17, Tennessee 3

LB-Tennessee's offense is looking real smooth — it has made a huge turnaround since last year's lackluster performance. The return of Georgia quarterback Joe Tereshinski this weekend will help the Bulldogs, but I don't think it will be enough to get them past the Vols. I see Tennessee finishing in the Top 10 this year.

Tennessee 27, Georgia 20