The Washington Huskies and the Oklahoma State Cowboys appear to be two teams heading in different directions. The Huskies are showing promise in Chris Peterson's first year, and the future looks bright for UW.

Here are my keys to the game:

1. Quaterbacks - The Cowboys lost starter J.W. Walsh to an injury, and backup Daxx Garman failed to impress, throwing for 12 TDs and 12 INTs in nine starts. He was replaced by third stringer Mason Rudolph in the final game of the season. The Huskies QB situation is a lot simpler, as Cyler Miles threw for 2129 yards with 16 TDs and just 3 INTs.

2. Huskies Defense - You would expect Chris Peterson's team to be solid defensively, and Washington ranks pretty well allowing just 24.4 points per game.

3. X-Factor - The Cowboys are 2-7 ATS in their last 9 vs. a team with a winning record.

Selection: This is a play on the Washington Huskies (8*)