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Important Players to Watch: College Football Week 8

Week 8 may lack marquee matchups, but several stars are set to steal the spotlight. Tennessee's DeSean Bishop, fresh off a 150‑yard, two‑TD upset of Alabama, heads to South Carolina with 800+ rushing yards and 10 scores, hoping to keep the Volunteers rolling. Ole Miss quarterback Trinidad Chambliss, a Heisman frontrunner, looks to boost his Heisman odds and lift the Rebels into the top 10 as they face Texas in Austin. Boise State's Dylan Riley, averaging 6.6 yards per carry and five straight 93‑yard games, aims to seize the national rushing lead against Washington State. All games kick off Saturday, with Bishop at 2:30 PM (ESPN), Chambliss at 6:30 PM (ABC), and Riley at 5:00 PM.

2026 Vanderbilt Football Mailbag #8: Answers to Your Questions

In the latest Vanderbilt Football Mailbag, fans debate head coach Clark Lea’s long‑term impact after a 10‑win season and a new 5‑star freshman quarterback, Jared Curtis. Contributors note that while the program has signed its highest‑rated recruit ever and showed flashes of talent, concerns remain about coaching stability, player retention, and whether consistent six‑ or seven‑win seasons are realistic. Answers suggest Curtis can be coached to improve decision‑making, but the ceiling may be lower than hoped. The discussion captures the tension between optimism and caution for Vanderbilt’s future.

GameDay: College Football Week 8

Week 8 of the college football season bursts onto Saturday, October 17, with six ranked games kicking off at 11 a.m. CT and two marquee matchups later: Ole Miss (7) visits Texas (19) at 6:30 p.m. (over/under 53.5) and Houston (14) takes on Utah (10) at 9:15 p.m. (over/under 56.5). Other notable contests include Pittsburgh‑Miami, Indiana‑Michigan, Texas Tech‑Cincinnati, LSU‑Auburn, and BYU‑UCF. The post also notes Mizzou basketball’s 71‑67 win over Kansas State and reminds readers that odds can change.

Michigan State’s Alessio Milivojevic remains questionable for Big Ten clash with UCLA

Michigan State football’s first season under head coach Pat Fitzgerald has not gone according to plan so far, and another concern has emerged ahead of the team’s next game. Spartans quarterback Alessio Milivojevic remains a significant question mark heading into Saturday’s Big Ten matchup against the No. 9 UCLA Bruins. College football senior reporter Pete […] The post Michigan State’s Alessio Milivojevic remains questionable for Big Ten clash with UCLA appeared first on ClutchPoints .

How to watch no. 2 BYU Football at UCF

BYU, now ranked No. 2 after a 28‑24 upset of No. 2 Notre Dame, heads to Orlando on Saturday, Oct. 24 at 1:30 p.m. MT to play the UCF Knights at the Acrisure Bounce House. The Cougars are unbeaten (6‑0, 3‑0 Big 12) and hold a 4‑1 series lead over UCF, who sit 3‑3 overall (1‑2 in conference) after a 42‑28 loss at Oklahoma State. ESPN’s predictor gives BYU a 71% win probability. The game airs on FOX, with pre‑ and post‑game shows on BYUtv, radio on BYU Radio/Sirius XM, and streaming via foxsports.com/live.

Prosecutors decline filing Oregon’s Evan Stewart’s DUII charge ahead of Illinois clash

Oregon football is set to face Illinois in a Big Ten matchup without Evan Stewart. Meanwhile, the Oregon Ducks wide receiver’s legal situation has taken an unexpected turn ahead of the team’s upcoming game. Reportedly, prosecutors have declined to file a Driving Under the Influence of Intoxicants (DUII) charge against Stewart. “Prosecutors have declined to […] The post Prosecutors decline filing Oregon’s Evan Stewart’s DUII charge ahead of Illinois clash appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Friday’s LSU vs. Auburn injury report: Trey’Dez Green still not listed

The final injury report for Saturday’s LSU‑Auburn showdown at Jordan‑Hare Stadium drops at 11 a.m. CT. LSU’s star tight end Trey’Dez Green is still not listed, leaving his return uncertain but possible after a potential practice comeback. Meanwhile, Princewill Umanmielen and Jackson Harris, who exited early against Mississippi State, are cleared to play. LSU also loses LB Whit Weeks, S Dashawn Spears, WR Phillip Wright III, LB Charles Ross II, and DT Richard Anderson, who is now confirmed injured and likely out for an extended period. Auburn’s absentees are OL Tai Buster, TE Hunter Herring, and DL Saint Farrior.

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Texas’ AD refuses to hit panic button amid Arch Manning slump

The Texas football team and their star quarterback Arch Manning have experienced a dramatic shift in fortunes after beginning the 2026 college football season with championship aspirations. Manning’s team is now at risk of missing the College Football Playoff once again. However, Texas athletic director Chris Del Conte is refusing to panic despite the mounting […] The post Texas’ AD refuses to hit panic button amid Arch Manning slump appeared first on ClutchPoints .

‘You have no idea what you’re getting from this offense’: Oregon vulnerable without Dante Moore

In a crossover episode of Oskee Talk, On3 reporter Max Torres and Bleav’s Ducks Dish host dissect Oregon’s upcoming game at Illinois, highlighting the Ducks' reliance on Dante Moore and their vulnerability without him. The discussion covers Illini season trends, Oregon’s defensive concerns, Michael Clayton’s first start, Dylan Raiola’s relief role, and key third‑down performance. The hosts also break down Illinois' skill players and forecast Saturday’s matchup, offering listeners in‑depth analysis before the game.

Kansas State QB Avery Johnson gets doubtful designation vs. Arizona State

Kansas State quarterback Avery Johnson, 21, is listed as doubtful for Saturday’s game against Arizona State after a hard fall during the Wildcats’ Week 7 win over Kansas. Johnson, who posted 209 passing yards, a touchdown and 132 rushing yards against Kansas, cited shoulder soreness afterward. Backup Jacob Knuth is set to start, with sophomore Dillon Duff and other wildcat options also on the depth chart. Kansas State will announce the final status about 90 minutes before the 3:45 p.m. ET kickoff.

Why Nick Saban was blown away by Kalani Sitake, BYU Cougars win over Notre Dame

Nick Saban has seen just about everything in college football, but BYU’s upset of Notre Dame still left a lasting impression on him. The ESPN College GameDay analyst was in Provo last weekend when the No. 8 Cougars stunned the No. 2 Fighting Irish 28-24 at LaVell Edwards Stadium. Speaking on “The Pat McAfee Show” […] The post Why Nick Saban was blown away by Kalani Sitake, BYU Cougars win over Notre Dame appeared first on ClutchPoints .

UConn tops UMass, 35-16

UConn Huskies beat UMass Minutemen 35-16 on Oct. 24, extending their winning streak over the Minutemen to four games. Quarterback Kalieb Osborne threw for 173 yards, two touchdowns and added an 81‑yard rush, while Cyncir Bowers contributed 132 rushing yards and two long scores. The defense limited UMass to just 53 rushing yards and forced nine straight scoreless possessions. UMass rookie QB William “Pop” Watson threw for 205 yards and a late touchdown, but couldn’t overcome the deficit. The win sets up UConn’s next matchup against Air Force on Oct. 31 at 3 p.m., televised on Mountain West Plus.

Nick Saban reveals what makes Utah Utes ‘impossible’ to defend ahead of Houston clash

Morgan Scalley and the Utah Utes football squad have a big matchup on the way against the Houston Cougars. Legendary football coach Nick Saban provided his thoughts on the upcoming game. Scalley is going through his first full year as the Utes’ head coach. Replacing Kyle Whittingham, who departed for Michigan, he looks to lead […] The post Nick Saban reveals what makes Utah Utes ‘impossible’ to defend ahead of Houston clash appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Injury Bug Strikes Again as Tigers Seemingly Lose Richard Anderson

Freshman defensive tackle Richard Anderson (#88) is ruled out for LSU's upcoming game against Auburn after Instagram photos showed a bandaged right shoulder, confirming an injury that was previously unknown. Anderson had become a key player in short-yardage and red‑zone situations, leaving the Tigers to lean on fellow freshman Lamar Brown and veterans Dom McKinley, Shone Washington, and Brandon Brown. No return timeline is set, but coaches hope he recovers before season’s end, raising questions about LSU’s defensive depth moving forward.

College football on TV today: Saturday, Oct. 24

The Card Chronicle lists every college football matchup slated for Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026, from noon to late night across major networks. Highlight games include No. 1 Miami vs. Pitt at 12 p.m. on ESPN, No. 2 BYU at UCF at 3 p.m. on FOX, No. 7 Ole Miss at No. 19 Texas at 7:30 p.m. on ABC, and the SEC showdown No. 11 Tennessee at South Carolina at 3:30 p.m. on ESPN. The full schedule covers over 40 games on ESPN, FOX, ABC, CBS, and streaming platforms.