College Football Or Pro-Football? Which Is Better?

Many football fans, both college and pro fans, always ask this question at least once. But, which is better exactly? Well, I am going to go through three different aspects that football fans look for.

#1: Competitiveness

NFL

The competitiveness of each is almost the same. But there is one thing that separates them completely. That is money. Yes, some college players do receive something, but it can not be anything other than a scholarship. The pros receive millions of dollars to play, and most are doing it because of the money. On the other hand, college players do it because of the game and the chance to show their school what they can do. They do it for the love of the game. That, is what college football fans love.


# 2: The Teams

ACC Conference

There are only 32 teams in the NFL, but there are almost 120 teams in College Football.  There are always going to be schools that are gonna be ranked almost every year, but every college team has a chance to win the championship. With the NFL, you might see the same thing for a few years, then something different. In college football, every year is different. With seniors graduating, or students transferring, every year brings a surprise.


And lastly....

# 3: The Rivalries

NCSU and UNC

FSU and Miami

Every school has that one rival that they are destined to beat every year, no matter how bad of a season they have. Also, the history behind the rivalries is very interesting. Another good reason why more fans love college football. That is the kind of passion that college football fans have. The alumni and students all share this passion also. It is just part of the spirit that goes along with rooting for their team and school. NFL fans just do not have that kind of spirit.


These explanations are all opinionated, but very thought through. And yes, I am a college football fan!

NC State Falls, While Wisconsin Soars!

Well, Russell Wilson led the Badgers to a 48-17 victory over #8 Nebraska. Wilson let the whole nation know that it doesn't matter whether it is a Top 10 team or an un-ranked team, they are coming full force, holding nothing back. I retract what I said in my previous post, Russell Wilson can make many things happen where ever he goes, and Wisconsin is lucky and proud that he is making it happen in Madison.

As for NC State, #21 Georgia Tech rallies past the Wolfpack with a 45-35 victory. One has to wonder now if Tom O' Brien made a good decision or not. So far, it hasn't been. Yes, the Wolfpack did get two touchdowns in the fourth quarter, but it was a little to late. NC State fans, including myself, have to accept that even with Mike Glennon, we are definitely not the same team as last season. It now looks like one of the worst seasons for the Wolfpack under Tom O' Brien. I'm pretty sure NCSU's AD is not going to be pleased with this season's outcome. She might do the same thing she did with our previous head basketball coach Sidney Lowe. Only time will tell, and hope and faith are the only things keeping Pack fans from completely giving up.

I still have faith in my school's team. It doesn't matter if we win or lose, if we give it our all and left with a dent in the opponents expectations of us. Go Wolfpack!

NC State and Wisconsin, Glennon and Wilson

Okay, so the whole nation knows that Russell Wilson was released from NC State before summer started, and then went on to play his last year over at Wisconsin. But, is playing schools that aren't in conferences that have automatic bowl bids a foundation to Russell Wilson's excellent start as a quarterback? Well, today will be the big test when #7 Wisconsin hosts #8 Nebraska. If he is as good as the media says he is, then he will do great in this game. I have no doubts that Russell Wilson has the talent and drive to lead a team to victory, but I believe the true test rests in this game.

As for NC State, they have been terrible this season without, the now famous, Russell Wilson. Even with a quarterback that was in the top 5 out of high school, they still haven't found their groove. The loss against a 2010 3-9 record Wake Forest should have woken them up, but it didn't when they played an embarrassing game against Cincinnati. Many of you do not know that Glennon was going to be the starting quarterback three years ago, but after the first game, he got injured and Wilson stepped up to the plate. Ever since then, Tom O'Brien started with Wilson in every game and he did wonders, while Glennon watched on the sidelines. Now that Glennon has his chance (four chances actually) he continues to not be the leader of the team. Once he establishes that and communicates well, he will become a very good quarterback. But from the last four games, it is still the same, with little improvement. Today, against #21 Georgia Tech, it will show Glennon's true colors and his true talent as a quarterback. This will also be a chance for Tom O' Brien to back up his decision to let Wilson go.

As a student and fan of NCSU, I will support my WOLFPACK through thick and thin. I will root for Wisconsin because one of our own is leading their team. GO WOLFPACK and Badgers!