Both the Missouri Tigers and the Kansas Jayhawks were huge surprises in 2007, and with 17 starters returning, the Tigers should contend for another Big 12 title. In the South, it looks as if Oklahoma will once again be the pick with Texas and Texas Tech right behind them. As I have said a few times before, if the Red Raiders can find a hint of defense, they can be dangerous. Here are the media's predictions for the Big 12:
North
1. Missouri (51) 306
2. Kansas 234
3. Nebraska 183
4. Colorado 181
5. Kansas State 108
6. Iowa State 59
South
1. Oklahoma (49) 304
2. Texas (2) 230
3. Texas Tech 227
4. Oklahoma State 140
5. Texas A&M 118
6. Baylor 52
In the South, it is going to be an interesting battle between the Aggies, Cowboys, and Red Raiders for the middle portion of that Division. Even with a new coach, I will not count out the Aggies with a QB like Stephen McGee.
In the North, it isn't a surprise that Missouri is #1, but I am a bit surprised that Colorado is not ranked over Nebraska. I think the Buffaloes are a team on the rise, while the Cornhuskers will improve, but not enough to finish in the top half of the North.
