What a wild week in college football! The top 25 teams gave fans something to talk about. From stunning upsets to last-second wins, this week was full of drama. If you missed it, don’t worry. We’ve got you covered.
Let’s break down the top 25 scores and what they mean for the rest of the season—with a simple and fun twist!
1. No. 1 Georgia 31, Missouri 24
Georgia had to fight for this one. Missouri came ready. But Georgia’s defense stepped up late. This shows the Bulldogs are still kings—but not unbreakable.
2. No. 2 Michigan 52, Purdue 20
Huge win. No question marks here. Michigan’s offense ran wild. Expect them to stay near the top. Could we see them in the playoff again? Yep.
3. No. 3 Ohio State 24, Rutgers 14
A slow start but a solid finish. Still, the Buckeyes need more firepower. Close wins can’t become the norm heading into the rivalry stretch.
4. No. 4 Florida State 35, Pittsburgh 13
FSU looks dangerous. They’re destroying mid-tier teams. If this keeps up, they’re a lock for the playoff.
5. No. 5 Washington 52, No. 20 USC 42
This was a shootout! Washington flexed its offense. USC? Not so lucky. They’ve got a defense problem. Big one.
6. No. 6 Oregon 63, Cal 19
Whoa. Oregon brought the heat. Bo Nix looked like a Heisman candidate. This team is rolling and dangerous.
7. No. 7 Texas 33, No. 23 Kansas State 30 (OT)
Texas held on. Barely. An overtime thriller. That defense was shaky in the second half, though. Championship teams can’t fade like that.
8. No. 8 Alabama 42, No. 14 LSU 28
Alabama is back, folks. Jalen Milroe was electric. LSU couldn’t slow him at all. Saban’s got that killer look again.
9. No. 9 Penn State 51, Maryland 15
Now that’s dominance. Penn State bounced back from a tough loss last week. The offense finally clicked in full gear.
10. No. 10 Oklahoma 27, Oklahoma State 38
Upset alert! The Sooners are stunned. This loss shakes up the Big 12. Bedlam goes to the Cowboys. And Oklahoma’s playoff hopes take a hit.
11. No. 11 Ole Miss 38, Texas A&M 35
Close one! That field goal sealed it. Ole Miss keeps winning the nail-biters. Lane Kiffin’s squad has heart. But can they win big games?
12. No. 12 Notre Dame 23, Clemson 31
Speaking of losses… Notre Dame got clipped. Clemson looked sharper than they’ve been all year. Bad timing for the Irish.
13. No. 13 Louisville 34, Virginia Tech 3
Whoa. This was a blowout. Louisville looked complete—offense, defense, the works. They’re rising fast.
14. No. 15 Utah 55, Arizona State 3
Talk about a beatdown. Utah made a statement. Complete control from the first snap. Don’t sleep on them just yet.
15. No. 16 Oregon State 26, Colorado 19
It wasn’t flashy, but it got the job done. Colorado kept it close. Still, Oregon State’s experience showed when it mattered.
16. No. 17 Air Force 23, Army 39
Yikes! Air Force was undefeated… until now. Army showed up big time. That’s what rivalry games do—they surprise.
17. No. 18 Tennessee 59, UConn 3
This wasn’t a game. It was a demolition. Tennessee had fun showing off at home. Good boost before SEC battles ahead.
18. No. 19 Tulane 13, East Carolina 10
Too close for comfort. Tulane wins, but barely. No style points here. They’ll need to sharpen up.
19. No. 21 Kansas 28, Iowa State 21
Rock Chalk keeps rolling! Kansas looks for real this year. This road win boosts their Big 12 standings.
20. No. 22 Liberty 56, Louisiana Tech 30
Liberty stays perfect! That offense is no joke. They keep scoring and climbing the rankings.
21. No. 24 James Madison 42, Georgia State 14
Another win for the Dukes! This team might be the biggest surprise in the top 25. Balanced and bold.
22. No. 25 North Carolina 59, Campbell 7
A feel-good win. Not shocking, but still important. UNC needed this to bounce back after two rough weeks.
What These Results Tell Us
- There’s no clear No. 1: Georgia won, but just barely.
- The Pac-12 is wild: Washington, Oregon, USC—the drama is real.
- The Big 12 is shaken: Oklahoma’s loss changes everything.
- Alabama and Michigan are peaking at the right time.
Teams on the Rise
- Oregon: Dominant and playoff-worthy.
- Alabama: Improving weekly.
- Louisville: Gaining momentum.
Teams in Trouble
- Oklahoma: That Bedlam loss hurt. Badly.
- Notre Dame: A playoff spot is probably gone now.
- USC: Defense keeps dragging them down.
Playoff Picture
If the playoff happened today? Here’s how it might look:
- Michigan: Offense, defense, the full package
- Georgia: Still undefeated
- Florida State: Staying solid in the ACC
- Oregon: Scoring like crazy
But it’s far from over. One upset can flip the whole thing. And November is when contenders become champions—or pretenders.
Final Thoughts
This week reminded us why we love college football. The unexpected is always around the corner. Every play matters. Every team has a story.
We’re heading into the season’s most exciting stretch. Rivalries. Playoff pushes. Trophy dreams.
So get your snacks ready. Set your lineups. And don’t blink—because next week might just top this one!
Stay tuned, fans. The road to the championship is heating up!