With the 2009-2010 college football season now in the books, it’s not too soon to take a glance at what lies ahead in 2010. While Alabama is the solid favorite to repeat as 2011 BCS champion, there are some other worthy contenders that could be in the title game in January of 2011 in Glendale, AZ.

Alabama Crimson Tide: +300 Odds

With Heisman winner Mark Ingram and the rest of the offensive nucleus back in the fold, the Crimson Tide should be able to move the football in 2010. The defense has lost some valuable performers. DL Terrance Cody, LB Rolando McClain, DB Kareem Jackson and DB Javier Arenas are getting ready for the NFL Draft. As the defending champions, Alabama will get the best shot from every opponent this season. Penn State will visit Tuscaloosa in early September in the marquee non-conference game on the slate. In SEC action, Florida will visit Alabama in October while the club’s toughest road outing will be at LSU in November. Bet on Alabama!

Ohio State Buckeyes: +700 Odds

Off of a Rose Bowl win, the Buckeyes could ride a favorable schedule to a BCS run in 2010. The continued development of junior quarterback Terrelle Pryor will be a key for Ohio State this season. In a Big 10 conference that is pretty average, the Buckeyes have a chance at a perfect regular season. In non-conference play, Ohio State will host Miami-Florida in early September. In conference action, the club will get to play Penn State at home this season. Road games at Wisconsin and Iowa won’t be easy.
Bet on Ohio State!

Oregon Ducks: +1000 Odds

With quarterback Jeremiah Masoli and running back LaMichael James returning in 2010, the Ducks will once again have one of the most potent offenses in the nation. However, a tough schedule could make it difficult for Oregon to survive in the regular season. The Ducks will get an early test at Tennessee in the second game of the season in non-conference action. In the Pac-10, Oregon must face USC, California and Oregon State on the road in revenge games for the home squads. Bet on Oregon!

Boise State Broncos: +1200 Odds

After going undefeated in three of the last four regular seasons, the Broncos are finally getting a little more respect as a legitimate team after handling TCU in the Fiesta Bowl. Junior quarterback Kellen Moore will lead the charge after firing 39 TD passes with just three interceptions as a sophomore. Boise State will get a chance to prove itself in a non-conference battle against Virginia Tech in Washington, DC on October 2nd. Bet on Boise State!

Texas Longhorns: + 1500 Odds

Texas will need sophomore quarterback Garrett Gilbert to follow in the footsteps of recent signal-caller standouts Vince Young and Colt McCoy to have a chance at a return trip to the BCS title game. The club also must overcome the departures of WR Jordan Shipley and DB Earl Thomas. The Longhorns have only three true road games in 2010. Texas must visit Texas Tech and Nebraska for its most challenging away outings. Bet on Texas!

2011 Odds To Win BCS Championship

(BCS Odds from Sportsbook.com)

Alabama
+300

xz Field (Any Other Team)
+10000