Butch Davis has Miami in the national spotlight.
Big East believes
balance is best
The Big East is battling an image problem, a rap as the weak link in the BCS and a top-heavy outfit that relies on a few powerhouses to promote its national profile. It will have a different look this year, says ESPN.com's Bill Doherty. And despite Miami's rise, coaches believe balance is in the conference's best interest.
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