1. GT had 2 early losses but improved down the stretch. Legit top 10.
2. The SEC west was a very strong division, but not bulletproof like espn told us
3. Ole Miss and MSU were solid but not great. Neither had been recruiting in the top 10, so it's not like their talent level was elite. They played some good games, some bad.
3. LSU was just mediocre given their talent level.
4. FSU's win over GT looks strong now.
5. Clemson had injuries and dismissals galore on offense and an enigmatic qb situation. Swinney managed it all remarkably well and finished strong.
5. Louisville was solid but struggled with injuries. Playing UGa Ina bowl with your 3rd string qb is a tough break.
6. Duke struggled to finish in the bowl again, but is nonetheless a solid team.
7. Ditto BC
8. UNC needs to pony up the bucks for a good staff of assistant coaches. $250k per assistant won't cut it.