bomb to Ronald Johnson was a thing of beauty. Sanchez has a chance to give his candidacy a huge boost in two weeks when the Trojans face Ohio State.

2. Missouri QB Chase Daniel: Not even an interception returned for a touchdown could tarnish Daniel's opening performance. He passed for 323 yards and three touchdowns in a 52-42 shootout over Illinois, which projects to have a solid defense.

3. West Virginia QB Pat White: Everyone knows White is a rushing threat. He offered a not-too-subtle reminder that he can do damage as a passer, too. White passed for 208 yards and a career-high five touchdown passes in the Mountaineers' 48-21 win over Division I-AA Villanova. By the way, he also rushed for 63 yards.

4. Illinois QB Juice Williams: All spring,NRL 2 years ago

Storm confident of signing Slater for life

It's not a matter of if but when Melbourne superstar Billy Slater re-signs with the NRL club, according to chief executive Mark Evans.

Contract discussions with Slater, turning 32 on Thursday, are well advanced although the length of the new deal is still to be determined.

"It's fair to say it's almost inconceivable that the club and one of its greatest ever players won't come to an agreement both for next and possible subsequent years that both parties are totally comfortable with," Evans said.

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Slater was believed to be on verge of signing a new three-year deal back in February.

However, with the Test and Queensland custodian requiring further surgery, a one-year deal appears more likely.

The Storm on Thursday night