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The SEC has dominated the college football landscape in recent memory, winning the last five national championships in a row. The early college football odds for the 2011 title feature several teams from the conference with a good chance to win it all.

The most likely team to win the championship from the SEC, and second most likely in the nation, is the Alabama Crimson Tide at +750. Even though they lost their top quarterback, wide receiver and running back, there is still a lot of talent on the squad. 22 of their players this year were first time starters, and four of their offensive linemen will be returning along with sensational tailback Trent Richardson.

The 2010-2011 college football bowl season was one to remember. Many games were decided in the closing minutes, with some phenomenal upsets and individual performances along the way. While there isn’t enough time to recount all of the best moments, here are three that stick out:

Rose Bowl: The TCU Horned Frogs have been fighting for respect all year, going a perfect 12-0 in the regular season. They finally got the big game they were looking for, against the 11-1 Wisconsin Badgers. After a back and forth game, Wisconsin scored a touchdown with 2 minutes remaining. However, TCU stopped the 2 point conversion to win 21-19.

The 6th ranked Ohio State Buckeyes look for their first ever bowl win over a team from the SEC as the take on the 8th ranked Arkansas Razorbacks. The Buckeyes’ lone loss this year came at the hands of Wisconsin, whom they tied with atop the Big Ten standings. Arkansas finished 10-2, with losses to Alabama and Auburn. The Razorbacks are a three point underdog in the college football odds.

Ohio State is led by their 14th ranked rushing attack. Quarterback Terrelle Pryor is the ultimate dual threat, combining for 3,190 yards, 29 touchdowns and 11 interceptions passing and rushing.

The BCS picture should become a lot clearer after this weekend, with so many crucial games to be played. One of those games is the matchup between the 5th ranked LSU Tigers and the 12th ranked Arkansas Razorbacks. Both teams are coming off dramatic victories over teams from the state of Mississippi, and a win in this contest would almost certainly solidify a BCS bowl game appearance. The Tigers’ are a 3.5 point underdog on the road in the NCAA football odds.

A pair of 6-2 teams from the SEC collide this weekend in Columbia as the 19th ranked South Carolina Gamecocks host the 18th ranked Arkansas Razorbacks. Both teams are eyeing a spot in the conference title game and need a win in this one. Arkansas is coming off a 49-14 victory over Vanderbilt while the Gamecocks most recently defeated Tennessee, 38-24. The Gamecocks are a four point favorite in the college football odds.

Two of the nation’s premiere quarterbacks will be on stage this Saturday as Cameron Newton leads the 7th ranked Auburn Tigers against the visiting 12th ranked Arkansas Razorbacks and Ryan Mallett. This SEC battle could go a long way in deciding who will have a shot at the conference championship.

The Auburn Tigers (6-0) are coming off a last second victory over Kentucky by the score of 37-34.  The Arkansas Razorbacks (4-1) most recently defeated Texas A&M 24-17. Auburn is a four point favorite in the college football betting lines.

The SEC is known as the best conference in college football. Two of its best teams collide this weekend as the 10th ranked Arkansas Razorbacks host the #1 team in the nation, Alabama Crimson Tide. Both of these teams have been perfect so far. Arkansas’ signature win came last week on a last minute touchdown to beat Georgia. Alabama’s best performance came in demolishing Penn State 24-3. The Tide are a 7.5 point favorite in the NCAA football odds.

2009 Total Offense Rank (yards per game): 20
2009 Total Defense Rank (yards per game): 90

After a Liberty Bowl victory over East Carolina University and an 8-5 overall record, the Arkansas Razorbacks will attempt to take a step forward and challenge for a Southeastern Conference (SEC) crown. Led by head coach Bobby Petrino and quarterback Ryan Mallett, the Hogs hope to build on last year’s success.