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THE WAIT TILL NEXT YEAR
ALBERT CHEN
December 26, 2011
Ten BCS programs have made new coaching hires. The early forecast: no title contenders and many who will weather a tough 2012
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December 26, 2011

The Wait Till Next Year

Ten BCS programs have made new coaching hires. The early forecast: no title contenders and many who will weather a tough 2012

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RICH RODRIGUEZ Arizona

Why he's a good fit

He was never a Michigan Man—but RichRod's folksy manner and high-flying spread will play well in the Pac-12.

Biggest awaiting pitfall

He couldn't get the Wolverines to play defense; now he inherits a Wildcats unit that ranked 110th (460.5 yards a game) in 2011.

Projected wins in 2012 7

TODD GRAHAM Arizona State

Why he's a good fit

The charming, fast-talking Texan and the potential of his gun-slinging offense have already energized the faithful.

Biggest awaiting pitfall

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