if people are betting it just because he is out, they need to think about it a little more. first off, there will be no bad lines for bowl games. the books know what they are doing. 2nd, that backup is pretty good according to all i have read, and he is getting close to 3 weeks to prepare. it's not like he is just getting tossed in there with no notice. finally, i think this increases the focus and excitement of the team leading up to the game. does that mean they win or cover? i don't really know, and haven't studied enough yet to form an opinion. i know this is huge for the coaching staff to be able to get a look at next seasons likely qb tho. he is still gonna have a ton of talent around him as well.