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No clear favorite in 2006 title chase

By Mark Schlabach
ESPN.com

Monday, August 7, 2006

USC entered the 2005 season as the clear favorite to win the national championship. The Trojans were the easy choice in 2004 too. Oklahoma and Ohio State were the top picks in 2003. But this season is different. No team stands out as a title favorite. Before the wide-open race gets underway, take a quick look at 10 top contenders to reach the BCS National Championship game in Glendale, Ariz. Auburn Tigers Why they'll be in Glendale: RB Kenny Irons. Brandon Cox's experience at quarterback. Ei ...

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