Pac-12 Week 11 Predictions

As I mentioned earlier in the week, I didn't catch any of the games last weekend, so I didn't bother doing a Pac-12 Recap this weekend. Did have a 4-2 week last week with me falling on my face thinking that the Cougars would upset the Utes or that Arizona's hot streak would push them past the Bruins. I'm about 46-25 on the season, which isn't terrible, but I'm a little bummed I'm not past the 50 number mark after week 10.

Colorado (1-5, 1-8) at Arizona (5-4, 2-4)
This has all the makings of a bounce back game, as the Wildcats look to get bowl eligible in Year 1 under Rich Rod. Given their roller coaster of a season, you have to see this as a huge win for Wildcat fans. As for Colorado, all you can really think about at this point is basketball season.
Prediction: Arizona 42 Colorado 13

Arizona State (5-4, 3-3) at No. 19 USC (6-3, 4-3)
ASU fans are likely feeling a bit down after such a strong start to the season has stalled with three straight losses. But they still have to be encouraged by fact that they can easily finish with 7 or possibly 8 wins this season if they can knock off the Trojans.

USC fans are likely all feeling deflated after their national title hopes went out the door, really after their loss to Stanford. But have hope Trojan fans, you can still fight for that Holiday Bowl bid!
Prediction: USC 31 Arizona State 23

No. 11 Oregon State (7-1, 5-1) at No. 14 Stanford (7-2, 5-1)
Now we're talking: a solid showdown between two Pac-12 North teams. I expect a defensive battle, though the question might be how Stanford's redshirt freshman Kevin Hogan will do in his first career start. The Cardinal are desperately looking for answers on offense, though they have to be encouraged by the fact that they've played much better on the road. Then again, Oregon State has been pretty unflappable on the road. Taking the Beavers in a close battle.
Prediction: Oregon State 21 Stanford 17

Utah (4-5, 2-4) at Washington (5-4, 3-3)
Two weeks ago, both teams looked dead in the water. The turning point? 2 game winning streaks including wins over your Golden Bears. Sad trombone sound. This should be a fairly even matchup with two inconsistent offenses. Though I give the edge on defense to Utah, the Huskies have been a completely different team at home this season. The Huskies earn bowl eligibility, putting Utah at the brink.
Prediction: Utah 21 Washington 27

No. 18 UCLA (7-2, 4-2) at Washington State (2-7, 0-6)
Boy, talk about the Bruins. UCLA controls its own destiny in the Pac-12 South, while the Cougars control pretty much nothing at this point. Mike Leach continues to rip into the team, calling the effort of the water boys lethargic and embrassing.

Prediction: UCLA 38 WSU: 17