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2010 College football Week 11 games to watch

By Kevin Dunleavy
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Virginia Tech at North Carolina

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Players to watchJustin HoustonControversy is swirling around Auburn QB Cam Newton. On Saturday, Houston — Georgia’s top pass-rusher — will be swirling around him as well. The DE/LB (16 tackles for loss, nine sacks, 40 hurries) and the Bulldogs (5-5) travel to No. 2 Auburn with a chance to make something of their lost season. (Sat., 3:30 p.m., CBS)Shane VereenThe California RB has scored 15 touchdowns rushing and receiving, doing a reasonable impersonation of Jhavid Best. He and the inconsistent Golden Bears (5-4), who have lost QB Kevin Riley for the season, will have to bring their best stuff to challenge No. 1 Oregon. (Sat., 7:30 p.m., Versus)Vick BallardWith six straight wins, No. 17 Mississippi State (7-2) has become a factor in the SEC the old fashioned way — by running the ball and playing defense. At No. 10 Alabama, Ballard (619 yards rushing, 12 TD) and the Bulldogs will face the SEC’s gold standard of physical play. (Sat., 7:15 p.m., ESPN2)Daniel ThomasThe Kansas State RB (1,102 yards rushing) had much to do with the No.  23 Wildcats (6-3) becoming bowl eligible for the first time since 2006. Thomas will have to be at his best at Missouri, a team the Wildcats last beat in 2005 in coach Bill Snyder’s final game at KSU. (Sat., 12:30 p.m.)Dan PersaThe Northwestern QB got the Wildcats (6-3) bowl eligible before October was over. But he has yet to deliver an upset. It hasn’t been for lack of trying as Northwestern has led in the second half of each of its three defeats. The next challenge comes at home against No. 14 Iowa. (Sat., noon, ESPN)

Where » Kenan Stadium, Chapel Hill, N.C.

When » Saturday, 3:30 p.m.
TV » ABC; Radio » 106.7 FM

Last week, Virginia Tech (7-2, 5-0) avenged one of its two 2009 ACC losses, beating Georgia Tech 28-21. On Saturday in Chapel Hill, the Hokies try to make amends for their other ’09 conference defeat and take a giant step toward the ACC title game. With its 37-35 win at Florida State, UNC (6-3, 3-2) stayed alive in the Coastal Division. UNC won last year 20-17, getting two field goals in the final three minutes from Connor Barth.

Central Michigan at Navy


Where » Navy-Marine Corps Stadium, Annapolis, Md.
When » Saturday, 3:30 p.m.
TV » CBSCS; Radio » 1050 AM

Navy QB Ricky Dobbs (concussion) likely will sit out, giving way to reserve Kriss Proctor. The Midshipmen (6-3) are fortunate to catch Central Michigan (3-7) after the departure of record-breaking QB Dan LeFevour, who guided the Chippewas to three MAC titles and four bowl games. This season Central Michigan has struggled with sophomore Ryan Radcliff under center. Navy comes in off a 76-35 romp at East Carolina.

Lehigh at Georgetown

Where » Multi-Sport Field

When » Saturday, 1 p.m.

Since Georgetown joined the Patriot League in 2001, it has never beaten Lehigh, getting outscored 383-86 in nine meetings. With a win Saturday, Lehigh (7-2, 3-0) can clinch the Patriot League title and a berth in the FCS playoffs. The Mountain Hawks have won five straight behind QB Chris Lum. After a strong start, Georgetown (3-6, 2-2) has lost five straight.

Howard at Bethune Cookman

Where » Municipal Stadium, Daytona Beach, Fla.

When » Saturday, 4 p.m.

After losing 25 straight conference games, Howard (1-8, 0-6) has a difficult task at powerful Bethune Cookman (9-0, 6-0), which is gunning for its first MEAC championship and playoff berth since 2002. Bethune has scored 67 or more points in three games this season. The last Bison victory over the Wildcats came in 2004.

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