Week 10 delivered a major shake-up: Miami fell, Oregon shocked Ohio State, Georgia dominated Ole Miss, and the playoff picture looks very different.
College football fans, did you catch Saturday’s action? November 7 gave us the kind of weekend that makes the rankings committee reach for another cup of coffee.
The No. 1 team went down. A top-25 underdog won on the road. Two traditional powers took convincing losses, and several playoff hopefuls strengthened their cases.
Here are the games, the big winners and losers, the ranking fallout, and the injury news fans should know.
The five biggest stories from Saturday
1. Notre Dame knocks off No. 1 Miami — 31-24
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The biggest upset of the weekend!
Notre Dame took down previously unbeaten Miami 31-24 in South Bend. The Irish built a 24-3 lead before Miami tried to fight its way back.
Quarterback CJ Carr delivered a huge performance, throwing for 319 yards and three touchdowns. Notre Dame’s defense made the plays when it mattered, including a crucial interception and a late forced fumble.
Miami was also without star receiver Malachi Toney, who suffered a high ankle sprain and underwent surgery.
Why it matters: Miami’s perfect record is gone, and Notre Dame just made a serious statement about its College Football Playoff chances.
2. Oregon shocks Ohio State in Columbus — 41-28
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Ohio State was expected to defend its home field, but Oregon had other plans.
The Ducks overcame an early deficit and scored 38 unanswered points to take control. Winning by 13 on the road against a highly ranked Buckeyes team is a massive result.
Ohio State was already dealing with a major quarterback problem. Julian Sayin was out with a throwing-arm injury, leaving freshman Luke Fahey to step in.
Why it matters: Oregon gets a huge resume-building win, while Ohio State’s playoff hopes take a serious hit.
3. Georgia destroys Ole Miss — 42-7
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Georgia didn’t just win. The Bulldogs made a statement.
The 42-7 victory over previously No. 10 Ole Miss was one of the most dominant performances of the weekend.
Georgia’s defense controlled the game, and the Bulldogs looked every bit like a national championship contender.
Why it matters: Georgia moved into the No. 1 spot in the updated AP Top 25. That’s what happens when you dominate a ranked opponent on the road.
4. Utah wins the rivalry game against BYU — 28-20
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Rivalry games have a different kind of energy, and this one delivered.
Utah beat BYU 28-20, handing the Cougars a painful loss while keeping its unbeaten season alive.
Utah’s defense came up with the stops needed to protect the lead.
Why it matters: Utah is now one of the strongest teams in the playoff conversation. The Utes moved up to No. 2 in the updated AP poll.
5. Oregon wasn’t the only team making a statement
A few more results deserve attention:
- Alabama 31, LSU 13: The Crimson Tide handled business on the road and strengthened its playoff case.
- Tennessee 34, Kentucky 6: Tennessee delivered a convincing rivalry win and jumped up the rankings.
- Texas 34, Missouri 20: Texas picked up an important SEC road victory and kept its playoff hopes alive.
- Oklahoma 23, Florida 7: Oklahoma pulled off an upset that could make Florida’s postseason path much harder.
- UCLA 34, Minnesota 20: UCLA stayed unbeaten and continued making noise nationally.
Who moved up in the rankings?
The updated AP Top 25 released Sunday brought some major changes.
| Team | New AP ranking | What happened |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | No. 1 | Took over the top spot |
| Utah | No. 2 | Climbed after beating BYU |
| Notre Dame | No. 3 | Big jump after beating Miami |
| UCLA | No. 4 | Remained unbeaten |
| Miami | No. 5 | Dropped after its first loss |
| Tennessee | No. 9 | Rose after beating Kentucky |
| Ohio State | No. 21 | Fell sharply after losing to Oregon |
Oregon and SMU also returned to the AP Top 25, while Missouri and Florida dropped out.
The biggest ranking story: Georgia is back on top, Notre Dame is climbing, and Miami has some work to do.
Remember, these are the updated AP rankings, not the separate College Football Playoff selection committee rankings.
Injury report: Players and teams to watch
Injuries can change a season, especially this late in the schedule. Here are some of the important updates surrounding Saturday’s games.
Malachi Toney — Miami
The Hurricanes were without their star receiver against Notre Dame. Toney suffered a high ankle sprain in practice and underwent surgery. Early reporting suggested a recovery window of approximately four to six weeks.
That’s a tough loss for Miami, particularly with the regular season entering its final stretch.
Julian Sayin — Ohio State
Sayin missed the Oregon game with a throwing-arm injury. Freshman Luke Fahey stepped in at quarterback. Ohio State will need clarity on Sayin’s recovery as it tries to regroup.
LaNorris Sellers — South Carolina
Sellers briefly left Saturday’s game against Texas A&M after appearing to injure his ankle. The good news: he returned to the field in the third quarter. His condition will be worth monitoring.
Ryan Coleman-Williams — Alabama
Coleman-Williams has been working back from knee surgery to repair a meniscus injury. His role has been managed during his recovery, but he contributed against LSU.
Nico Iamaleava — UCLA
Iamaleava remains out for the season after suffering a torn ACL earlier in the year. UCLA has continued winning with Ty Dieffenbach stepping in at quarterback.
Other scores worth knowing
There was plenty of action outside the headline games:
- Texas Tech edged West Virginia 53-48 in a wild offensive shootout.
- Houston beat Cincinnati 31-24.
- South Carolina defeated Texas A&M 17-9.
- Iowa beat Northwestern 24-10.
- Penn State edged Washington 28-25.
- Wake Forest overwhelmed Merrimack 77-0.
- Boise State defeated Colorado State 64-38.
What’s next in the College Football Playoff race?
With the season moving toward its final weeks, every Saturday matters.
Georgia and Utah have strengthened their positions. Notre Dame has a signature win. UCLA remains unbeaten. Miami, Ohio State, BYU, Ole Miss, Kentucky, and Florida now have some serious questions to answer.
And don’t forget Oregon. A road win over Ohio State could be the result that changes the Ducks’ entire season.
Fun For Fans takeaway: If Saturday was any indication, the playoff race is far from settled. There are still big games ahead, and one more upset could change everything.
Who impressed you most this weekend — Notre Dame, Georgia, Utah, or Oregon? Let us know!
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