CBS Sports Big East Preview

Matt · August 18, 2009

http://www.cbssports.com/collegefootball/story/12077424

Don't know if this has been posted or not.

August 18, 2009

On the preview: Grothe and Selvie make the Pre-Season All Big East team... and are the preseason POTY:

Offensive Player of the Year

Matt Grothe, QB, South Florida: Mike Canales has been promoted from receivers coach to offensive coordinator. Hopefully, that will help Grothe cut down on his interceptions (42 in 39 career games vs. 47 touchdown passes). Still, Grothe is the guts of the program. His legs have carried him to more than 2,000 rushing yards and 23 rushing touchdowns. His career might be defined by games against Florida State and Miami.

Defensive Player of the Year

George Selvie, DE, South Florida: While Selvie's numbers decreased last season (5.5 sacks), it was an indication of how teams have to game plan around him. He faced constant double teams but was a threat just because of his ability to get off the line. There might not be a quicker speed end. Look for a huge senior season with the NFL Draft staring him in the face.

And USF is predicted in 2nd place:

2. South Florida: The offense gets more of a pure spread with the promotion of Canales. Matt Grothe might have to use those magic legs more than ever with only one returning starter on the offensive line. George Selvie can be a freak at times off the edge. He slipped back in '08 after 14.5 sacks in 2007. The Bulls must learn to finish. Must-see game: Sept. 26 at Florida State. The Bulls started 6-0 in '07 and 5-0 in '08. If they are going to get off to a similar start this season they must win in Tallahassee.