Title: Is an 11-3 USU Team Equal to a 10-4 U of I Team? Fade in: INT. SPORTS BAR - DAY Two friends, JOSH and ALEX, are sitting at the bar, sipping beers and watching a college football game between Utah State University (USU) and the University of Illinois (U of I). JOSH (pointing at the TV) This Utah State team is really impressive. They've won 11 games this season with only 3 losses. ALEX Yeah, but U of I is no slouch either. They have a 10-4 record, which is pretty good considering the tough schedule they've had. JOSH But do you think an 11-3 record is equal to a 10-4 record? ALEX I don't know. It's hard to say. I mean, there are a lot of factors that come into play. JOSH (scoffing) Like what? ALEX Well, for one thing, the level of competition each team has faced. Utah State plays in the Mountain West Conference, which is not as strong as U of I's Big Ten Conference. JOSH Okay, but USU has beaten some good teams this season, like San Diego State and BYU. ALEX True, but U of I has also defeated some solid opponents, like Michigan State and Wisconsin. JOSH Yeah, but USU has a better winning percentage, which means they've been more dominant in their victories. ALEX That's a fair point, but you also have to look at the style of play. U of I has a more balanced offense and a stingy defense, while USU relies heavily on their passing game. JOSH But isn't that what makes Utah State so impressive? They've been able to win games even when they're one-dimensional. ALEX I guess you could say that, but it also means that USU is more vulnerable to teams that can shut down their passing attack. JOSH (hesitantly) I see what you're saying, but I still think an 11-3 record is better than a 10-4 record. ALEX (smiling) Well, maybe we'll find out for sure if they face off in a bowl game. JOSH (nodding) Yeah, that would be interesting to see. Fade out.