Penn State's Chase for Elite Status Continues Amid Big 12 Twist and UVA's Upset

Penn State's coach James Franklin continues to chase elite status as his team loses to Ohio State for the seventh consecutive time, highlighting their struggles against top-ranked teams. Meanwhile, Virginia pulls off a major upset against No. 10 North Carolina, securing their first road victory against a top-10 team. In the Big 12, Oklahoma and Texas narrowly escape upsets, while Oklahoma State and Kansas State emerge as contenders. Caleb Williams' Heisman-winning career at USC is unlikely to include a College Football Playoff appearance. Other notable results include Miami's victory over Clemson, Tennessee's loss to Alabama, and Rutgers becoming bowl eligible for the first time since 2014.
- AP Top 25 Takeaways: Franklin, Penn State still chasing elite; Big 12 race takes twist; UVA's upset The Associated Press
- The Good, The Bad & The Ugly: Reviewing Penn State football’s 20-12 loss to Ohio State Centre Daily Times
- Ohio State football grades after OSU's 20-12 win over Penn State The Columbus Dispatch
- Briggs: Yes, these Buckeyes absolutely are elite (just in a different way) Toledo Blade
- Marvin Harrison Jr. is still a problem that Penn State can’t solve cleveland.com
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