Here’s what went down Friday on Gambo & Ash…

Texas/Oklahoma: Has this game lost some of its luster because of Oklahoma’s two losses already this season? The 20th ranked Sooners take on the 3rd ranked Longhorns Saturday in what is widely known as the Red River Rivalry.

Heisman Among Us? Jordan Shipley, wide receiver for the Texas Longhorns, is having an impressive season, with 583 receiving yards and 3 touchdowns through his team’s first 5 games, not to mention an impressive two punt returns for TDs already. He’s a threat to score every time he touches the ball, which Gambo & Ash both think gives him an edge in the Heisman voting. If he were to win the award, he’d be the first WR to win it since Charles Woodson (Michigan) in 1997. With no other impressive candidates to this point, the guys think Shipley might be the frontrunner.

Did Joe Torre Overmanage in Game 1? Clayton Kershaw had a very good sophomore campaign as a young 21-year old, compiling an 8-8 record with a 2.79 ERA and more Ks (185) than innings pitched (171). However, in Game 1 of the NLCS, Kershaw looked every bit his age, giving up 5 walks and 5 earned runs before leaving in the 5th inning. Joe Torre stands by his decision to leave Kershaw in the game, even as things began to unravel.

We’ll Never Forget: One group of people who will never forget Nick Adenhart’s unfortunate death early this season is the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim. The team recently voted to give the former pitcher’s family a full share of the playoff winnings. Torii Hunter and other Angels players have expressed immense sympathy for those Adenhart left behind, and Hunter even hinted that Adenhart’s death has brought the team closer.

Season Ending Early? The Cards look to essentially eliminate the Seahawks from the NFC West picture with a victory on Sunday. With a loss already to San Francisco, a 2nd loss within the division could mean disaster for either of these rivals. While both offenses have shown shades of greatness this season, Gambo & Ash think one of the big difference makers in Sunday’s game could be Aaron Curry. The Seahawks’ linebacker has 29 tackles and 2 sacks through 5 games, and will look to be disruptive of the Cardinals’ rhythm passing game.

USC/Notre Dame: Despite getting blown out three straight years against the Trojans, some are giving the Fighting Irish a fighting chance this time around. Gambo and Ash think this is a big game for Notre Dame QB Jimmy Clausen (who was heavily recruited by Pete Carroll and USC) and for Notre Dame head coach Charlie Weis, who could be on his way out of South Bend despite having a contract through 2015.

Our world renowned sports handicapper BRANDON LANG joined us to handicap a big weekend of college and NFL action. Brandon likes the Texans plus 5, the Steelers minus 14, the Huskies minus 6 ½ against ASU, and U of A minus 3 against Stanford.

We caught up with our ESPN NFL analyst MARK SCHLERETH, who shared his thoughts on the Cards-Seahawks game, the surprising Denver Broncos, the Saints hosting the Giants, and the Vikings entertaining the Ravens.

 

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