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USA TODAY’s Week 1 bold predictions mostly lean chalk, but flag notable tests: Notre Dame at Wisconsin could be a tight game, Florida State may upset SMU at home behind Ashton Daniels and an improved rush, Pitt’s Mason Heintschel could flash in Year 2, Tennessee freshman Faizon Brandon could blow up with five touchdowns, and Cal–UCLA could turn into a late-night track meet, with LSU and Clemson storylines adding coach-future drama.
Eight college football teams are at risk of being upset in Week 11, with key matchups involving USC, Georgia, Tech, Missouri, Oregon, Vanderbilt, San Diego State, and Hawaii, highlighting the importance of focus and execution to avoid surprises.
Week 9 of college football features notable ranked matchups including Vanderbilt vs. Missouri, Texas A&M vs. LSU, Michigan vs. Michigan State, BYU vs. Iowa State, and Ole Miss vs. Oklahoma, with a focus on potential upsets and key storylines across the season, despite a lack of blockbuster games.
Week 8 of college football features several potential upsets involving teams like Georgia, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Arizona State, Florida, SMU, USC, and Tennessee, with lines favoring favorites but opportunities for underdogs to pull off surprises, especially in matchups with lines greater than +5.
The Minnesota Gophers, underdog by 23.5 points, are preparing to face the No. 1 Ohio State Buckeyes in a challenging game, with offensive coordinator Greg Harbaugh Jr. expressing excitement about the opportunity and highlighting the unique defensive scheme of Ohio State, which has been historically strong this season.
Week 4 of the 2025 NFL season features potential upset alerts, notably the Detroit Lions facing the Cleveland Browns, with predictions favoring a narrow Lions victory in a closely contested game.
The BYU Cougars, currently undefeated at 9-0, face a significant challenge from the Kansas Jayhawks, who, despite a 3-6 record, have shown strong performances in the Big 12. Kansas, led by standout players like quarterback Jalon Daniels, poses a threat with their high-scoring offense and familiarity with BYU's strategies, thanks to their offensive coordinator Jeff Grimes, a former BYU coach. The Cougars, slightly favored, must overcome potential emotional fatigue from their recent win over Utah and leverage their home-field advantage to maintain their unbeaten streak.
CBS Sports analyst Josh Pate has put the undefeated Oregon Ducks on upset alert as they face the Wisconsin Badgers in a challenging away game. Despite Oregon's strong season and star quarterback Dillon Gabriel's performance, Pate warns that the Ducks' grueling schedule and travel could make them vulnerable against a rested Wisconsin team. The Badgers, seeking a major upset and a bowl bid, view this game as their "playoff" opportunity. Oregon is favored by 13.5 points, but the game could be a potential trap for the Ducks.
ESPN analyst Dan Mullen has put the No. 3-ranked Texas Longhorns on upset alert for their upcoming game against the unranked Arkansas Razorbacks. Mullen highlights Arkansas' strong defense and quarterback Taylen Green as potential threats, noting Arkansas' previous upset over Tennessee. Despite Arkansas' 5-4 record, their losses have been against ranked teams, making them a formidable opponent. Texas, with national title aspirations, must be cautious to avoid a slip-up as they prepare for a crucial game against Texas A&M.
In a highly anticipated Week 11 of college football, the No. 15 LSU Tigers are predicted to upset the No. 11 Alabama Crimson Tide in a crucial SEC matchup. With both teams having two losses, a third could jeopardize their playoff hopes. LSU, a home underdog, is expected to leverage their strong night game record at Death Valley to secure a victory over Alabama, according to On3.com's J.D. PicKell.
Six NCAA Baseball Tournament regional hosts, including Arizona, East Carolina, Georgia, North Carolina, Oklahoma, and Oklahoma State, are on upset alert in 2024. These teams face tough competition in their respective regionals, with strong contenders like Dallas Baptist, Wake Forest, LSU, Duke, and Florida posing significant challenges. Historical trends and current team dynamics suggest that these top seeds could be vulnerable to early exits.
In college football action, Week 11 features several key matchups, including No. 3 Michigan vs. No. 10 Penn State and No. 2 Georgia vs. No. 9 Ole Miss. Other notable games include No. 13 Tennessee vs. No. 14 Missouri, No. 5 Washington vs. No. 18 Utah, and No. 15 Oklahoma State vs. UCF. Ole Miss has a chance to upset Georgia and shake up the College Football Playoff picture. Washington holds a narrow lead against Utah, while Florida State is on upset alert against Miami. In a surprising turn of events, UCF is dominating Oklahoma State in the first quarter.
In Week 11 of college football, top-ranked teams faced off in key matchups, including No. 3 Michigan defeating No. 10 Penn State and No. 2 Georgia hosting No. 9 Ole Miss. Other notable games included No. 4 Florida State battling in-state rival Miami and No. 7 Texas facing TCU. Upsets were brewing as No. 18 Utah led No. 5 Washington at halftime, and UCF took a commanding lead over No. 15 Oklahoma State. In a rivalry game, Florida State and Miami were tied at halftime, while Missouri held a slight edge over Tennessee.
No. 2 Michigan's undefeated season is on upset alert as they face No. 9 Penn State. While Michigan boasts the top-ranked defense in the country, their strength of schedule has been weak, with most opponents outside the top 75 in offense. Quarterback J.J. McCarthy, who hasn't faced an elite defense, could be pressured by Penn State's fourth-best pass rush. Additionally, Michigan's run game has regressed, and they lack a standout offensive weapon like Ohio State's Marvin Harrison Jr. Penn State has the potential to limit the run game and force turnovers, making an upset possible.
In Week 8 of IHSAA football, Center Grove defeated Lawrence North 43-26 in a game that saw Lawrence North put up a fight but ultimately fall short. Danville secured a 21-7 victory over Western Boone with two crucial goal-line stands. Westfield emerged victorious with a 28-14 win over Fishers, highlighted by a 70-yard touchdown pass. Brownsburg narrowly defeated Noblesville 27-22, while Franklin dominated Greenwood with a 35-21 win. Other notable results include Carmel's 17-14 win over Warren Central, Cathedral's 42-0 shutout against Roncalli, and Whiteland's 22-8 comeback victory over Plainfield.