Abe Howland
Sports Picks Forum lists the Top 5 College Football Rivalry games for 2014.
Michigan Wolverines (5-6) vs #7 Ohio State Buckeyes (10-1)
Michigan vs Ohio State is one of the best rivalry in college sports. This season doesn't have as much riding on the final game of the season but Ohio State needs a win and Michigan would love to pull the upset. Regardless of the point spread, these two teams will play will play with reckless abandon and scratch and claw to the end.
#16 Auburn Tigers vs #1 Alabama Crimson Tide
The Iron Bowl has become one of the most anticipated games for the entire nation in recent years and not just the state of Alabama. After last seasons remarkable win by Auburn returning a field goal that came up short for a touchdown sums it up. This rivalry dates back 121 years and once again both teams are ranked and entering this weekend Alabama is #1 in the country. Does Auburn have another upset in them?
Notre Dame Fighting Irish (7-4) vs USC Trojans (7-4)
Notre Dame is stumbling into this rivalry game after losing 3 straight and 4 of 5 games. Notre Dame at one point was ranked in the top 10 and had hopes of getting into the college football playoff but those dreams are long gone. They face a tough task in an emerging USC team and this is a great rivalry between two out of conference teams. Think back to 2005 when Reggie Bush pushed Matt Lienart into the end zone for a win. Both teams have historically been good which makes this a special end of season game and this year it has bowl game implications.
Florida Gators (6-4) vs #2 Florida State Seminoles (11-0)
Despite being the defending champs and (11-0) the Seminoles are not ranked #1. The Gators are looking to take a bite out of the undefeated season and add to the history of this Florida rivalry. These two schools have combined to win six of the last 21 national championships and five of the last 21 Heisman Trophies. These two teams have played each other 58 times in the last 56 years and you can be Florida will be gunning for bragging rights on Saturday.
NCAAF Odds - Florida State (-7.5)
Army Black Knights (4-7) vs Navy Midshipmen (5-5)
This game just embodies America. Two teams that are filled with heart, honor and courage. This game originated in 1890 and has been played annually since 1930. Navy leads the overall series, 58–49–7 and is currently riding a 12 game win streak over Army. While it may not showcase the best teams or athletes in college football, everyone in America respects these players.
