College football hasn't ended just yet. In fact, the upcoming weeks usually feature some of the most exciting college football action of the whole season. Update! breaks down each and every College Bowl game on the horizon and gives you our picks for your viewing pleasure:


Thursday, Dec. 20, 2007:

Where: San Diego, Calif.
TV: 9 p.m. ET (ESPN)
The Line: Utah -8
Comment: The Middies have done it without a passing game and without a defense almost the entire season. Now they have to do it without the coach (Paul Johnson) that got them to their fifth straight bowl. Utah's not a perfect team either, but its balance and overall strength advantage should make it seven consecutive bowl wins.
The Pick: Utah, 34-18


Friday, Dec. 21, 2007:

Where: New Orleans, La.
TV: 8 p.m. ET (ESPN2)
The Line: Florida Atlantic -2.5
Comment: Seven victories, a share of the conference title and their first bowl bid — that's a heck of a year for Howard Schnellenberger's Owls, who've only been playing football since 2001. Bowls had beaten up the Sun Belt pretty badly until Troy whipped Rice in last year's New Orleans Bowl. Rusty Smith (3,352 yards, 27 touchdowns), the best quarterback absolutely nobody's heard of, should shred a poor Memphis D.
The Pick: Florida Atlantic, 45-38


Saturday, Dec. 22, 2007:

Where: Birmingham, Ala.
TV: 1 p.m. ET (ESPN2)
The Line: Cincinnati -11
Comment: Listen, we all love football, but this is one of those games we could live without. Cincinnati's better than this; Southern Miss, which finished fourth in the Conference USA East, really doesn't deserve a bowl game. A Ben Mauk offense and the turnover-hungry Bearcat D should let that be known.
The Pick: Cincinnati, 42-14

Where: New Mexico, N.M.
TV: 1 p.m. ET (ESPN2)
The Line: New Mexico -2.5
Comment: For the second straight year, the Lobos earn bowl eligibility and play a game to which they can walk. Nevada is a lot better than its record, having lost five games this season by eight points or less. An effective Luke Lippincott (1,580 rushing yards) opens everything up for the Wolfpack.
The Pick: Nevada, 34-23

Where: Las Vegas, Nev.
TV: 8 p.m. ET (ESPN)
The Line: BYU -6
Comment: It's almost a home-field advantage for BYU; this is its third straight trip to Sin City in December. This one's a rare bowl rematch. UCLA beat the Cougars 27-17 in Los Angeles on Sept. 8. This matchup has a whole different dynamic now. BYU's won nine straight, and UCLA has lost its coach. Interim coach DeWayne Walker is basically stating his case for the position in this game. He'll win it and earn the job.
The Pick: UCLA, 22-20


Sunday, Dec. 23, 2007:

Where: Honolulu, Hawaii
TV: 8 p.m. ET (ESPN)
The Line: Boise State -10.5
Comment: This is a tough draw for the Pirates. Their offense is producing 60 fewer yards from scrimmage than the defense is allowing. Meanwhile, the Broncos have done the bowl routine before, they've done Hawaii, their body clocks have less adjusting to do and more than anything else, they're darn good.
The Pick: Boise State, 41-16


Wednesday, Dec. 26, 2007:

Where: Detroit, Ill.
TV: 7:30 p.m. ET (ESPN)
The Line: Purdue -9
Comment: Yet another rematch. Purdue punished the Chippewas on Sept. 15, racing out to a 38-0 before cruising to a 45-22 victory. The Boilermakers have hit the skids while the Chippewas have only climbed since then. A feel-good story would have Central avenge its loss, but this is reality.
The Pick: Purdue, 38-31


Thursday, Dec. 27, 2007:

Where: San Diego, Calif.
TV: 8 p.m. ET (ESPN)
The Line: Texas -2.5
Comment: All these games are watchable, but this is the first one you'd consider inviting your buddies over to see. This Texas defense is not what it has been, especially in that secondary. The Horns hung on to beat some bad teams this year. Still, the Sun Devils' 10-2 mark is really soft. Their biggest wins to their credit are at home against a pair of 6-6 squads (Colorado and Cal). Not enough.
The Pick: Texas, 34-30


Friday, Dec. 28, 2007:

Where: Orlando, Fla.
TV: 5 p.m. ET (ESPN)
The Line: Boston College -3.5
Comment: Oy vez. The Eagles fall all the way from playing for a BCS bid to the Champs Sports Bowl. It'll be strength vs. strength: Javon Ringer (1,346 yards, six touchdowns), Jehuu Caulcrick (813 yards, 21 touchdowns) and the Spartan ground game colliding with the country's best run D. BC quarterback Matt Ryan had a terrible second half, throwing two or more picks in five of his last six games. He should bounce back.
The Pick: Boston College, 30-17

Where: Houston, Texas
TV: 8 p.m. ET (NFL NETWORK)
The Line: TCU -4
Comment: The Horned Frogs are a team to watch. Freshman quarterback Andy Dalton has slowly bloomed, and TCU's defense, especially the front seven, has made it real tough on opposing offenses. The Cougars' attack averaged over 500 yards a game, but consider that their wins came against teams with a combined record of 20-75 (.211), including winless FCS squad Texas Southern in the season finale.
The Pick: TCU, 23-20

Where: San Francisco, Calif.
TV: 8:30 p.m. ET (ESPN)
The Line: Oregon State -5.5
Comment: Two very good to excellent defenses; two offenses with brutal passing games that are masked by above-average rushing attacks. So, what happens? We think very little. In stalemates, you look to special teams, and even with his disappointing regular season, you still trust Alexis Serna in a big spot.
The Pick: Oregon State, 16-10


Saturday, Dec. 29, 2007:

Where: Charlotte, N.C.
TV: 1 p.m. ET (ESPN)
The Line: Wake Forest -3
Comment: UConn could really use this game for its morale. Every time the Huskies faced a big challenge, they fell flat on their face. Quarterback Tyler Lorenzen has yet to prove he can consistently make throws to keep the safeties honest. If he does that, UConn's got a shot. Don't count on it. Riley Skinner does just enough against a proud Husky D.
The Pick: Wake Forest, 24-17

Where: Memphis, Tenn.
TV: 4:30 p.m. ET (ESPN)
The Line: UCF -3
Comment: Reason No. 1 to watch this game: Kevin Smith goes for the rushing record. He needs 181 yards to pass Barry Sanders. On top of that, we love it when mid-majors get a chance for validation by taking on a BCS conference team. Although it has been in the past, Mississippi State's no pushover. Figure that they'll hold Smith shy of the record but not have enough firepower to win.
The Pick: UCF, 31-21

Where: Antonio, Texas
TV: 8 p.m. ET (ESPN)
The Line: Penn State -5.5
Comment: A man on college football's Mount Rushmore against the coachless. A&M's situation got uglier when the university suspended starting tackle Yemi Babalola. Penn State's going to plug the middle, so Aggies double-threat Stephen McGee must use his arm. The Texas win was magnificent, but we're guessing they have a flashback to the old days of ineptitude against State.
The Pick: Penn State, 23-3


Sunday, Dec. 30, 2007:

Where: Shreveport, La.
TV: 8 p.m. ET (ESPN)
The Line: Alabama -3.5
Comment: Forget that these teams are .500. They earned their way to a bowl, facing two of the most brutal schedules anywhere. The Tide faced eight bowl teams, beating three of them. For those who think the Big 12 can match up with the SEC, I think this game shows just how deep the latter is. 'Bama might be 8-4 or better outside the SEC.
The Pick: Alabama, 27-23


Monday, Dec. 31, 2007:

Where: Fort Worth, Texas
TV: 12:30 p.m. ET (ESPN)
The Line: California -3.5
Comment: California Golden Bears coach Jeff Tedford should have declined this invitation. His team just dogged it in the second half of the season, losing six of its last seven games after starting 5-0. Still, the Air Force is a one-dimensional service academy. Cal's talent level so far exceeds that of the Falcons that it doesn't matter where the Bears' heads are.
The Pick: California, 35-18

TV: 2 p.m. ET (ESPN)
Where: El Paso, Texas
The Line: USF -6.5
Comment: Oregon's the prohibitive favorite with Dennis Dixon in the lineup. Without him, USF will eat the Ducks for dinner. On defense, Oregon will try to stop Bulls quarterback Matt Grothe, who led the team in both rushing (832 yards) and passing (2,473 yards). His opposite, freshman Justin Roper, is in over his head against an underrated USF defense.
The Pick: USF, 33-20

Where: Boise, Idaho
TV: 2 p.m. ET (ESPN2)
The Line: Georgia Tech -5
Comment: The first score's always important, but it's especially the case here. If Fresno State gets off early and forces Georgia Tech out of its gameplan, the Jackets are doomed. If the Jackets can give it to Tashard Choice (1,310 yards, 10 touchdowns) 30 times, control the clock and hit the 'Dogs with the pass now and again, they'll be in good shape. Our guess is Tech wins a tight one thanks to its D.
The Pick: Georgia Tech, 17-16

Where: Nashville, Tenn.
TV: 4 p.m. ET (ESPN)
The Line: Kentucky -1.5
Comment: This bowl thing is still relatively new to Kentucky; before last year, it hadn't won a bowl since 1984. Suddenly the 'Cats are the favorites against one of the storied programs. The Noles D, still stout, will be a nice test for Andre Woodson (3,351 yards, 36 touchdowns) and the Kentucky attack, which has averaged 36.7 points per game. On the other side, Florida State hasn't scored 36 points all season.
The Pick: Kentucky 36-26

Where: Tempe, Arizona.
TV: 5:30 p.m. ET (NFL Network)
The Line: Oklahoma State -4
Comment: If a game takes place and nobody's there to watch it, does it go on record? We'll find out. These teams should bring out the fireworks a little early on New Year's Eve. The Cowboy offense can move the chains however they please, but can they play enough D? Indiana has just enough, and quarterback Kellen Davis (2,839 yards, 26 touchdowns) isn't afraid to trade.
The Pick: Indiana, 42-30

Where: Atlanta, Ga.
TV: 7:30 p.m. ET (ESPN)
The Line: Clemson -2
Comment: With two excellent defenses matching up against two average offenses, this is one of those matchups where you'd bench all your fantasy players. Clemson quarterback Cullen Harper (2,887 yards, 27 touchdowns) has to make some plays downfield; he's done that this year, but nonetheless lacks a real quality win. Auburn's stared down the SEC's absolute best, and should tame the Tigers.
The Pick: Auburn, 13-7


Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2008:

Where: Tampa, Fla.
TV: 11 a.m. ET (ESPN)
The Line: Tennessee -3
Comment: Tennessee's hopes for a victory depend on Arian Foster (1,162 yards, 12 touchdowns). The Vols rushed for just 60.3 yards in their four losses. With that knowledge, Wisconsin would stack the box, but Erik Ainge (3,157 yards, 29 touchdowns) is more than capable of picking the Badgers apart. The average UT defense will make RB Zach Brown (358 yards past two weeks) its focus.
The Pick: Tennessee, 27-17

Where: Dallas, Texas
TV: 11:30 a.m. ET (FOX)
The Line: Missouri -3
Comment: Missouri's sole goal is keeping Heisman runner-up Darren McFadden from having an I-got-robbed afternoon. The Tigers have done well against the run (118.9 ypg); McFadden is the best they'e seen all year, and Felix Jones might be No. 2. They'e stoppable, though. Jeremy Maclin' the X-factor. A deep ball here, a long runback there, and Missouri' in business.
The Pick: Missouri, 24-21

Where: Jacksonville, Fla.
TV: Noon ET (CBS)
The Line: Texas Tech -6
Comment: On a day full of college grids, this one guarantees the lowest ratings. Virginia won four games by two or fewer points — it's either clutch or lucky. We say the latter. Graham Harrell and the Red Raiders finished second in the country in total offense (537.7 ypg); the Cavs faced no team ranked higher than 66th this season.
The Pick: Texas Tech, 49-24

Where: Orlando, Fla.
TV: 1 p.m. ET (ABC)
The Line: Florida -10
Comment: A win here does a whole lot for the morale of those in Ann Arbor. It's not happening. The Michigan quarterback situation is an absolute mess. Meanwhile, the Gators have the reigning Heisman Trophy winner, Tim Tebow, fueling a unit that lit up far better defenses than Michigan's. If Michigan's offense is a handgun, Florida's represents the Allied Forces.
The Pick: Florida, 44-13

Where: Pasadena, Calif.
TV: 4:30 p.m. ET (ABC)
The Line: USC -13.5
Comment: A lot of people think the Trojans are the best team in the country. Illinois is most certainly the worst BCS team. Illini QB Juice Williams can escape the Big 10 pass rush, but Pete Carroll and the USC defense (258.8 ypg) play at another gear. Their speed advantage on offense will show as well. It's just not a good game.
The Pick: USC, 52-17

Where: New Orleans, La.
TV: 8:30 p.m. ET (FOX)
The Line: Georgia -8
Comment: Everybody wants to see how Colt Brennan's troops will fare against an SEC giant. Hawaii needs a quick start, and it needs to limit Knowshon Moreno (1,273 yards, 12 touchdowns) and the Bulldogs ground game on first and second down. Not many have been able to do it. Georgia should be able to control the line of scrimmage and plod downfield. Brennan's good, but even he can't score points from the sidelines.
The Pick: Georgia, 38-27


Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2008:

Where: West Virginia
TV: 8 p.m. ET (FOX)
The Line: Oklahoma -6.5
Comment: The Mountaineers' spread offense ran circles around the Big East. Enter Oklahoma, eighth against the run this season (91.9 ypg). The Sooners have the quality and speed up front — especially with linebacker Curtis Lofton (142 tackles) to keep White and Slaton in front of them. OU ought to be able to run James Patrick and DeMarco Murray all day.
The Pick: Oklahoma, 42-24


Thursday, Jan. 3, 2008:

Where: Miami, Fla.
TV: 8 p.m. ET (FOX)
The Line: Virginia Tech -3.5
Comment: Kansas needs this one more than Virginia Tech. The Jayhawks are still without a quality victory this season after blowing through the Big 12 without facing Oklahoma or Texas. Vince Hall and the Hokie D are red-hot, and quarterback Sean Glennon's just now getting comfortable it seems. Frank Beamer outsmarts Mark Mangino, and the Jayhawks play like they're happy to be there.
The Pick: Virginia Tech, 20-10


Saturday, Jan. 5, 2008:

Where: Toronto, Canada
TV: Noon ET (ESPN2)
The Line: Rutgers -10
Comment: Laugh at it. Go ahead. A game in Canada? Our neighbors to the north love football, and watch the attendance top some of these other bowls. Ball State's running attack has suffered since MiQuale Lewis went down; it'll be tough for them to spring the upset without one. Instead, the Scarlet Knights will be celebrating Ray Rice Day in Toronto.
The Pick: Rutgers, 37-21


Sunday, Jan. 6, 2008:

Where: Mobile, Ala.
TV: 8 p.m. ET (ESPN)
The Line: Tulsa -5
Comment: Here's the winner for highest-scoring bowl. Both teams can score, and neither will be able to prevent the other from doing so. Tulsa quarterback Paul Smith is the difference maker. He'll hit 5,000 yards and 45 touchdowns for the season, and move far beyond those plateaus. Tyler Sheehan (3,123 yards, 23 touchdowns) had a solid second half, but Keith Burns' squad plays at another level.
The Pick: Tulsa, 56-49 (2OT)


Monday, Jan. 7, 2008:

Where: New Orleans, La.
TV: 8 p.m. ET (FOX)
The Line: LSU -3.5
Comment: The BCS got it right. These are the two teams most worthy of playing in the championship game — one-loss Ohio State and the incredibly accomplished Tigers of LSU. An altogether unimpressive Big Ten have hid the Buckeyes' deficiencies. LSU doesn't have quite as many weapons as Florida did last year and wins in spite of (not because of) quarterback Matt Flynn. If the Illinois game is a gauge, Ryan Perrilloux ought to get plenty of snaps. You wonder just what OSU learned from last year's embarrassment — surely something. Jim Tressel's too good a coach. Beanie Wells runs angry. Todd Boeckman is a fine playcaller. James Laurinaitis and the Buckeye D put up staggering numbers. Could they win it, giving future Michigan coach Les Miles something to think about before the 2008 edition of The Game? They certainly could. Geez, I think they will.
The Pick: Ohio State, 23-20 (OT)