31.   The Buckeyes lost eight starters to the pros, so expectations are low.

32.   The biggest hits will come in the offensive line and defensive backfield, where Miami loses three starters each.

33.   The biggest ifs involved Martin, who had never started, and a defense that lost seven starters, including three in the secondary.

34.   The Cowboys want to hold the line on losing defensive starters when it comes to defensive tackle Alonzo Spellman and free safety George Teague, both unrestricted free agents.

35.   The defense took the biggest hit, losing seven starters, including three starters on the line.

36.   The Dons lose three starters through graduation, and despite the presence of Gerald Walker, they will be hard-pressed to challenge for the WCC title next season.

37.   The Giants have lost seven starters in a contentious spring of salary-cap constraint and are trying to fill many holes through the draft.

38.   The Heat have actually regressed since that embarrassing sweep, losing three starters as well as Dan Majerle.

39.   The Gophers eventually lost starters Joel Pryzbilla and Kevin Nathaniel on fouls, to finish with just six players.

40.   The Giants had lost three starters in the secondary.