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Alabama's 5-0 Start and Keelon Russell's Dominance Signal a Serious Title Threat
Alabama is 5-0 and has emerged as a serious national title contender after a two-year slump. The team has solved previous rushing and defensive issues, with QB Keelon Russell delivering elite performances. They face No. 2 Georgia next, but currently have no clear superior opponents.
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Kentucky Court Ruling Casts Doubt on Texas Tech QB Castellanos for Colorado
A Kentucky Court of Appeals ruling on Friday dissolved the temporary injunction allowing Thomas Castellanos to play a fifth college season. This decision jeopardizes the Texas Tech quarterback's availability for Saturday's game against Colorado, forcing the Red Raiders' compliance office to determine if he can still participate under current NCAA rules.
Notre Dame’s rushing woes and UNC’s QB struggles set stage for ACC clash
Notre Dame (4-0) faces North Carolina (2-1) in Chapel Hill, with the Irish seeking to fix a struggling rushing attack and the Tar Heels aiming to overcome inconsistent quarterback play. Notre Dame ranks 98th in rushing, while UNC’s Billy Edwards Jr. has struggled with accuracy. Both teams boast strong defenses and low penalty rates, but Notre Dame’s offensive line and new running back Jonaz Walton are key variables. UNC must improve downfield passing and pass rush to compete against Notre Dame’s elite defense.
UCLA Coach Chesney Offers Personal Support to Injured Oregon QB Moore
UCLA head coach Bob Chesney reached out to Oregon head coach Dan Lanning to offer personal assistance to Oregon quarterback Dante Moore following a severe concussion. The gesture occurred after Moore suffered a targeting hit from USC linebacker Desman Stephens II during a 41-27 loss to Oregon. While USC coach Lincoln Riley suspended Stephens for the next game, Chesney’s direct offer to check on Moore in Los Angeles highlighted a rare moment of cross-program support in college football.
USC's 41-27 loss to Oregon triggers firing debate over Lincoln Riley's $72M contract
USC head coach Lincoln Riley faces intense scrutiny after his 4-0 team lost 41-27 to Oregon, with analysts arguing a defeat could trigger discussions about his future given his $72 million buyout.
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Jeremiah Smith Hits 3,000 Career Yards, Secures Second Place in Ohio State TD History
Ohio State wide receiver Jeremiah Smith became the first player in school history to reach 3,000 career receiving yards, adding 217 yards and four touchdowns in a 42-19 victory over Illinois. The 20-year-old now leads the Buckeyes in career receiving yards and is second in career touchdowns, solidifying his status as the top non-quarterback prospect for the 2027 NFL Draft.
Spartan Revival Faces Nebraska in East Lansing Showdown
Nebraska visits East Lansing to take on a reshaped Michigan State under Pat Fitzgerald, a team showing improved discipline and identity. The Spartans lean on QB Alessio Milivojevic and RB Cam Edwards, boast a solid defense led by linebackers, but receivers are a potential weakness. Special teams have been reliable. Expect a close, low-scoring game where Nebraska must protect the ball and execute against a retooled Spartans squad.
Stone’s Lower-Body Injury Tests Sooners Ahead of Georgia Showdown
Oklahoma junior defensive lineman David Stone left Monday’s practice with a lower-body injury and is undergoing further testing, leaving his status for the Week 4 game against Georgia in doubt. Stone has 12 tackles, 2.0 tackles for loss and a half-sack through three games this season, including eight tackles in the win over New Mexico; a 2024 five-star recruit, he’s been a key part of OU’s defensive line as the Sooners prepare for SEC play in Athens, with a 3:30 p.m. ET kickoff.
Stone’s Knee Injury Could End Oklahoma’s 2026 Season
Oklahoma DT David Stone suffered a dislocated left knee at Monday practice, with an MRI looming and initial fear that he could miss the rest of the 2026 season, a significant blow to a Sooners defense that had just benefited from his breakout performance against New Mexico.
Oxford Night of Closure: Ole Miss Delivers Revenge on Lane Kiffin
Ole Miss turned Lane Kiffin’s return into a cathartic night, defeating his LSU Tigers 32–24 in a packed Oxford, with a Grove swollen by as many as 300,000 visitors and a fan culture full of chants, symbols, and the debut of a new Heisman chance for Trinidad Chambliss after a 363-yard, two-TD performance; Kiffin, while reflective and grateful for the place that defined him, acknowledged the emotional weight and left room for reconciliation to come in the future.
Ole Miss Vaults to No. 4 as LSU Falls in NCAA Re-Rank 1-138
Ole Miss rockets into the top four at No. 4 in the NCAA Re-Rank 1-138 after a 32-24 win over Louisville (and a season opener win); LSU drops from No. 7 to No. 13 following a 24-7 halftime deficit. Florida jumps to No. 17 after beating Auburn, while several SEC teams move around. Texas A&M, Virginia, and South Carolina slide, and West Virginia and Mississippi State rise to No. 25 and No. 27, respectively, boosted by Kamario Taylor’s standout play.