Western Power Ratings

The Pac-10 takes another one on the chin, as USC falls to Oregon State on the road. I wouldn't count the Trojans out of the national championship picture just yet. The Florida loss to Mississippi shows that anything can happen. 1. Brigham Young (4-0)...Do you really think they could beat USC? Conventional wisdom says no, but the Cougars move after the Trojans stumble. USC needs some style points next week against Oregon to reclaim the top spot. (8) 2. Southern California (2-1)...The Trojans did the unthinkable again, losing to OSU on the road. If you don't bring your "A" game every week, you won't win a national championship. (9) 3. Utah (5-0)...The Utes keep cruising along, but they had a tougher time than expected against Weber State. (15) 4. Boise State (3-0)...The Broncos' win over Oregon pushes them into the BCS picture. (17) 5. Fresno State (3-1)...They went to LA and got a victory over UCLA, but it was way too close for comfort. UCLA simply isn't very good. (22) 6. ... (link)