1. Donald Butler, Linebacker Washington Huskies
In leading an inspired defensive effort, the senior linebacker from Sacramento, CA recorded 12 tackles, 2 sacks, 1 fumble recovery and 1 interception helping Washington stun USC 16-13. Butler's interception was late in the 4th quarter and inside the Husky 25 yard line, killing what could have been a game winning drive by the Trojans.
2. Jahvid Best, Running Back California Golden Bears
Best carried 26 times for 131 yards and 5 TD's (setting a school record) in a 35-21 victory of Minnesota. With this performance, Best should move into the top 5 regarding Heisman talk. He has some big time opponents coming up with games at Oregon and home to Southern Cal to state his case.
3. Clemson Tigers defense. Coming off a difficult last minute defeat to Georgia Tech, the Tigers bounced back with an inspiring defense effort holding Boston College to a TOTAL of 58 yards. B.C. did not register their initial first down until 1:48 left in the 3rd quarter. Clemson also harrassed freshman QB JustinTuggle, sacking him 4 times and pressured him all game long.
HONARABLE MENTION
Christian Ponder, Quarterback Florida St. Seminoles
Tony Pike, Quarterback Cincinnati Bearcats
Ryan Mathews, Running Back Fresno St. Bulldogs
Not a great week for yours truly regarding my picks. I was humbled going 8-7 and losing some big games (Florida St., USC, Georgia and Nebraska just to name a few).
I'll be back on Wednesday night previewing Week 4 and hopefully having a better week picking games !
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