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We head into Week 5 and the most conference games to date with the marquee game when Nevada travels to Boise State for a Saturday afternoon tilt. But before we look too far ahead, here are some links from Week 4, a future indicator (you can always use your own crystal ball for comparison), and another chance to voice your opinion in my latest poll. Enjoy!
Mountain West Players of the Week
Here is the reveal of the Week 4 #MWFB Players of the Week with honorees from @FresnoStateFB, @HawaiiFootball and @AztecFB!#AtThePeak pic.twitter.com/KAMSg0bP25
— Mountain West (@MountainWest) September 27, 2021
For UNLV, clear signs of progress despite loss at Fresno State
For a team in need of hope, moral victories count despite what the coach may say. Is this a corner turned for the Rebel program?
Current College Football Imperialism Map
Biggest change in map was Boise State’s victory over previously undefeated Utah State. BYU travels to Utah State this weekend, so map could change again depending on outcome.
College Football Imperialism Map after Week 4: pic.twitter.com/dBI8f3U2m7
— RedditCFB (@RedditCFB) September 27, 2021
CFB’S TOP 25 NFL DRAFT-ELIGIBLE QBS: WEEK 5
Not a surprise which 2 Mountain West QBs make the list, but where are they ranked? Carson Strong has been listed as the top QB for weeks, does he keep the Number 1 spot?
FPI Rankings after Week 4 for Western Teams
The Football Power Index (FPI) is a measure of team strength that is meant to be the best predictor of a team’s performance going forward. Who do you think is too high or too low?
Updated ESPN FPI Rankings:
— WestCoastCFB (@WestCoastCFB) September 26, 2021
10. Oregon
25. UCLA
39. USC
40. Boise State
42. Washington
44. ASU
48. Oregon State
49. Utah
52. Fresno St
53. BYU
60. Stanford
70. SDSU
79. Cal
90. Colorado
97. WSU
107. Arizona
Poll Time
Because I care about what you think!
Poll
Season to date, which of these items has been the weakest?
This poll is closed
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30%
Boise State’s run defense
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10%
Air Force’s pass defense
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46%
Wyoming’s OOC schedule
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13%
Sheet of 2-ply toilet paper
On the Horizon:
- Later today: The Good, The Bad, The Ugly: Week 4
- Coming Wednesday: Peak Perspective: Interview with Sports Betting Dime
- Coming Wednesday: Bowl Projections: Week 4