PLUS THREE

A variety of opinions:

• The Big Ten has three strong basketball teams. Assuming health for all, the Gophers' depth issue will land them third behind Michigan State and Purdue.

• Jimbo Fisher is an egomaniac of endless demands. Texas A&M will be regretting that ridiculous $75 million contract by the time it's $22.5 million (three years) into it.

• It's D-II and doesn't get much attention, but Todd Hoffner's ongoing success as MSU Mankato football coach is a remarkable comeback story.