Why has the spread offense not translated well for successful college QBs at the pro level and will Tim Tebow buck the trend or be the next in a long line of system busts? PFW’s own Nolan Nawrocki leans toward the latter.

Maclin vs. Davis adds intrigue to Missouri/Illinois contest
Two elite underclassmen will be on display in prime time on Saturday, as Tigers WR Jeremy Maclin and Illini CB Vontae Davis figure to go head-to-head more than a few times.  

Could Dominique Johnson be the next Rodgers-Cromartie?
Ex-Missouri recruit catches eye of scouts at Jackson State but is still disrespected within his own conference. 

Toal returns
The hype machine continues to roll for the son of a legendary high school coach. After a series of setbacks that cost him the 2007 season, Boston College linebacker Brian Toal is bigger, stronger, faster and more focused than ever. It’s a nice press clipping to add to a long collection, but can Toal prove to scouts that he is more than a tough overachiever with considerable durability questions?

Heyward-Bey too fast?
Coaches rave about Maryland WR Darrius Heyward-Bey and he is continually reminded of his surefire pro future, but the humbled standout remains focused on improved route-running and an ACC championship. 

Oklahoma boasts tight end depth
The NFL is waiting on Jermaine Gresham, but you might be surprised to learn OU's offensive coordinator considers fellow junior TE Brody Eldridge the Sooners' best player. 

Powe ready to go
After dropping nearly 50 pounds, the long-awaited collegiate debut of heralded Ole Miss NT Jerrell Powe arrives this weekend, quelling a much-publicized eligibility saga.