UNC fell to Syracuse 31‑28 in overtime at Kenan Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026, sparking a rundown of winners, losers and honorable mentions. Highlights include Jordan Shipp’s 102‑yard, one‑touchdown performance and Demon June’s clutch fourth‑down TD, while Syracuse’s Ahmad Miller racked up 128 yards and two scores. Quarterback Billy Edwards Jr. sputters with two costly red‑zone throws, and defensive back Greg Smith falters at a key moment. The piece mixes personal fan reflections with a detailed post‑game analysis, offering insight into what went right and wrong for both teams.
LSU's road winning streak finally snaps when quarterback Sam Leavitt throws for 676 yards and seven touchdowns in a 63‑83 blowout over Auburn at Jordan Hare Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The victory, highlighted by the return of tight end Trey’Dez Green, shifts the narrative that LSU can’t win away and cements Leavitt’s lead in SEC passing yards and TDs. The post also notes LSU soccer’s upcoming home finale against Mississippi State and praises Lane Kiffin’s improved road performance.
The AP Top 25 poll drops Boise State at #20, with New Mexico and Oregon State close behind. Greg Woods (The Spokesman‑Review) critiques Washington State’s offensive line after the Cougars’ 31‑10 loss to Boise State, noting the defense’s effort was undermined by offensive struggles. WSU’s 84‑80 exhibition win over Washington in the Apple Cup pre‑season game is highlighted, and weekend betting lines and CFP bracketology buzz are shared via Twitter. The post also tees up upcoming PAC‑12 Player of the Week, Power Rankings, and a recruiting roundup discussing why players decommit.
The next three weeks could lock in the Big 12 title game lineup as Arizona (No. 22) heads to Texas Tech, then hosts Utah, while Texas Tech visits Oklahoma State and Utah takes on West Virginia. Utah leads the conference at 4‑0, with Arizona, BYU, Oklahoma State and Texas Tech each sitting at 3‑1. With four head‑to‑head matchups looming, tiebreakers are likely, and the top two will meet Dec. 4 at AT&T Stadium. Home‑field advantage favors Arizona, BYU and Texas Tech, while Utah and Oklahoma State have fewer home games, making the upcoming schedule crucial for CFP hopes.
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After a 40-40 record, Baylor fired Dave Aranda following Week 8 and is hunting an offensive‑minded Texas‑connected coach. The Game Haus outlines five candidates: Jeff Traylor (UTSA, 60‑27, 7‑1 this season), Jason Eck (New Mexico, 14‑5, defensive guru), GJ Kinne (Texas State, 27‑19, 37‑year‑old offensive mind), Charlie Weis Jr. (LSU assistant, SEC offensive innovator), and Lincoln Riley (USC, 96‑30 overall, hot‑seat). Each profile details records, recent success, and how they fit Baylor’s needs, giving fans a clear view of the coaching race.
Iowa’s offense unraveled in a post‑bye week loss to Minnesota, committing four fumbles, three interceptions and a blocked punt as they failed to find rhythm. Despite Minnesota running a record‑tying 14 offensive series, they score only 13 points while Iowa’s defense limits them to 2.1 yards per rush and 209 total yards. Key missed chances include overthrown deep passes to Diaz and a dropped catch by Brown that could have sealed the game. A rare fake punt gains a first down, but special teams and the defense perform solidly, with Caden Buhr perfect on field goals and Boston Everitt’s 60‑yard punt. The loss sets the stage for Iowa’s upcoming Homecoming clash with Wisconsin for the Heartland Trophy.
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Indiana’s football identity pivots on the “Never daunted” line of its fight song, a mantra that head coach Curt Cignetti has turned into a clutch‑play culture. After dramatic late‑game heroics in 2025—stopping Iowa, Penn State, and mounting big drives in the Big Ten and National Championship—Indiana secured its first ever national title last season. This year, the Hoosiers have kept the momentum, with Lee Beebe Jr.’s drive versus Northwestern, Josh Hoover’s key passes to Nick Marsh against Nebraska, and a game‑winning overtime TD by Hoover after a pivotal play against Michigan. The article argues that Indiana’s resilient style will continue to thrive despite tough matchups.
The Chattanooga Mocs and Western Illinois' Kennedy McGill headline the Stats Perform FCS football awards following Week 8 games.
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Here's a look at this weekend's winners and losers following yet another rollercoaster week of college football.
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Illinois pulls off a signature 17‑10 upset over Oregon on Oct. 26, 2026, after a bye week. Freshman quarterback Michael Clayton II finishes 11‑of‑18 for 84 yards and two touchdowns, while running back Aiden Laughery erupts for a 75‑yard TD and 123 rushing yards. The Illini defense forces two early punts, records seven tackles for loss, two sacks and a fumble recovery, and blocks Oregon kicker Gage Hurych’s three long attempts. Illinois improves to 4‑3 and still needs two more wins for bowl eligibility against Maryland, Nebraska, UCLA, Iowa and Northwestern.
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Michigan drops two spots in ESPN's FPI rankings, slipping to 34th nationally with an Index score of 11.1 after a 24‑October loss to No. 6 Indiana. Despite a strong defensive showing, the offense faltered, leaving the Wolverines facing a tough road ahead against No. 1 Ohio State, No. 11 Oregon and No. 31 UCLA. The FPI projects Michigan to finish with 6.5 wins and a mere 0.2% chance of reaching the College Football Playoff, underscoring the season’s uncertainty.
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Indiana snaps a 59‑year drought in Ann Arbor, defeating Michigan 13‑6 in overtime on Oct. 24, 2026. Quarterback Josh Hoover, playing through pain, throws a key pass and scores the overtime rushing TD, while the Hoosiers’ ground game improves with Turbo Richard and Lee Beebe Jr. Head coaches Curt Cignetti and Kyle Whittingham shake hands after the win, the first for Indiana in Ann Arbor since 1967. The post links to analysis, player notes, and media coverage from ESPN, FOX Sports and USA Today.
The sledgehammer by which Missouri normally bludgeons Arkansas football has lost a lot of its force this season.
NC State enters Saturday's matchup as an 8.5‑point favorite over Cal despite a chaotic offseason. The Wolfpack are adjusting after firing head coach Dave Doeren and defensive coordinator DJ Elliot, while interim coach Todd Goebbel wrestles with lineup tweaks. Cal, meanwhile, has stripped its new offensive coordinator of play‑calling duties and mishandled quarterback Jaron‑Keawe Sagapolutele, prompting criticism of the Bears' staff. The article argues the huge spread reflects Cal’s disarray more than NC State’s strength.
Iowa’s playoff hopes crumble after a turnover‑plagued 13-10 loss to Minnesota, marking their seventh giveaway in a game that cost them 10 points. Despite a 5-1 start, highlighted by Kamari Moulton’s 200+ rushing yards and Jeremy Hecklinski’s 200+ passing yards, the Hawkeyes can’t overcome the ball‑security issue in the Big Ten. Coach Kirk Ferentz now faces a quarterback decision for the upcoming Wisconsin matchup as the team eyes remaining games at Northwestern, Purdue, Illinois and Nebraska.
The Daily Mauling recaps Kansas' 78-71 exhibition loss to Duke, highlighting Bill Self's small‑ball lineups and Keanu Dawes' dunk at Allen Fieldhouse. It also notes UNLV coach Josh Pastner's complaints about playing Trey Kaufman‑Renn, Dave Aranda's firing after KU's sloppy win over Baylor, and Oregon football's OC dismissal after a 0‑3 start. Additional links cover early‑season result reliability, a Guardian piece on policing, and a quirky fast‑food poll.
A mass shooting outside Florida A&M University's Bragg Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026, injures 12 people, including six minors and an 11‑year‑old. The gunfire erupted near Perry and Manatee streets shortly before 8 p.m., after the homecoming game against Arkansas‑Pine Bluff. Six victims remain hospitalized, one in critical condition. Police say a fight preceded the shooting, but no arrests have been made and officials have not linked the incident directly to the football event. Authorities are urging witnesses to come forward as the investigation continues.
Awful Announcing’s October 26 guide lists every TV and streaming option for the day’s marquee events, spotlighting MLB’s World Series Game 3 at Tropicana Field (Fox/Fox One, FS1, MLB Network) and the WNBA Finals Game 5 (NBA TV/Peacock). The rundown also includes college football press conferences, SEC and ACC shows, NBA matchups, golf tournaments, and NFL Monday Night Football, with specific channels, start times and announcer line‑ups. Readers can quickly see which networks carry each game and plan their viewing schedule.