11-18-2010, 12:35 PM
8. Can FIU play as favorites? The Panthers find themselves in a position they have never been in before -- alone in first place atop the Sun Belt and the favorites to win the conference crown. They have win out to clinch the title and a first bowl appearance for the program, and the quest starts Saturday at Louisiana. The Ragin’ Cajuns have dropped three games by a touchdown or less, including a 24-23 decision to FAU last week. FIU coach Mario Cristobal is going to remind his players to stay focused and ignore the potential distractions that come with increased expectations.
ESPN
http://espn.go.com/blog/ncfnation/post/_...ch-week-12
ESPN
http://espn.go.com/blog/ncfnation/post/_...ch-week-12