BYU football: What others are saying about the Cougars

Here's what the Tallahassee Democrat is reporting in advance of Saturday's showdown between the BYU Cougars and Florida State Seminoles:

FSU vs. BYU will be a battle at the line

Heading into Saturday night's showdown against Florida State, the biggest advantage the Brigham Young Cougars would appear to have on paper – and on the scales for that matter –is up front. Their offensive line vs. the Seminoles' defensive line. "They are big," said head coach Bobby Bowden. "It's a typical BYU football team – very big and physical. And they're all very mature." And did he mention big?

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BYU's Hall poses threat to FSU 'D'

The numbers themselves tell a story. But if you want to find out just how good BYU quarterback Max Hall is, talk to the guys who have watched hours of film. The guys that will be trying to stop him — or at least slow him down — Saturday night in Provo, Utah. "He throws great balls," said FSU senior cornerback Patrick Robinson. "Instead of waiting until the guy makes his break, he throws it as soon as they make it."

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