Well, of course there is attention being paid to Hurricane Frances, but they expect it to miss the area. For Pitt, the main problem could simply be being able to fly into Tampa on Sunday.

As I said about how important this game is to USF fans, and apparently the program: “Arguably the biggest home game in school history between future Big East rivals.”

Last year the Bulls stunk on offense. This year they believe themselves to be better, but until they actually play, who knows. They have a new starting QB with not a lot of experience with passing much — even in high school.

Meanwhile the Bulls have their press release about the game and game notes (PDF). Looking over their depth chart (page 7), I see that WR Johnny Peyton (who at the last minute signed with USF rather than Pitt) is #2 at one position behind a senior 7 inches shorter than him (Gipson). Gipson was a starting CB for them last year. He is also their punt returner. I expect that we will see Peyton in the game early. Next year USF will be playing Penn St.