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From Johnny Football to a goal-line stop in South Bend, these are the moments that defined the 2012 season.

The BCS computer polls don't respect what Oregon has accomplished, but the Ducks don't need to worry. If they continue to clear hurdles, they'll play for the crystal football.

Much has been made about the Pac-10's transformation off the field, but that pales in comparison to the progress the conference has made on the field in 2010.

While spring practice might not produce stars or answers, it does generate plenty of optimism across the country.

It seems so long ago that Oregon's season was bogged down by a LeGarrette Blount punch and a loss to Boise State. After demolishing USC, the Ducks are setting their sights higher.

Now a house of horrors for visitors, Autzen Stadium hasn't always been the toughest place to play on the West Coast.

No player or team has made the first half of the season sparkle, leaving fans waiting to be dazzled in the second half.

The John McKay Conference is a blend of scrappiness and can-do. And once again, USC rises to the top.

After gazing into the crystal ball, Ivan Maisel reveals his five predictions for the Pac-10 in 2008.

The traditional transition of power occurs in January. But now is the time to analyze the candidates and major issues. Let the debate on the 2008 season begin.

Playing in front of 110,000 isn't nearly as nerve-wracking as speaking with Barack Obama at a rally. Just ask Penn State's Lydell Sargeant. Plus, Ivan Maisel looks at the new clock rule and Wisconsin's backfield.

It's been a long time since USC was out of the national championship picture. But with a convincing 24-17 defeat of the Trojans, Oregon served notice that there is a new regime in the Pac-10 -- and possibly the nation.

With its two national championships, top-ranked recruiting classes and enthusiastic coach, USC made the strongest bid to be the top-ranked program in the last 10 years.

Besides USC, the Pac-10 hasn't been taken seriously in a long time, but the game is cyclical. If there's a conference answer to what's next, it's the Pac-10, writes Ivan Maisel.

After breezing through its first two games, USC discovered the one team that can slow it down -- the Trojans.

Oregon respects USC's array of talent, but the Ducks see some ways to attack the top-ranked Trojans.