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sports1 year ago

Week 14 CFB Highlights: South Carolina Shines, Miami Stumbles

Rivalry week in college football saw major upsets and dramatic comebacks, impacting conference title races. Ohio State lost to Michigan, jeopardizing coach Ryan Day's future, while Miami's poor game management led to a loss against Syracuse, affecting their playoff chances. South Carolina's QB LaNorris Sellers shone in a win over Clemson, and Baylor continued their winning streak. The SEC contenders struggled but secured wins, and Tulane's loss to Memphis hurt their CFP hopes.

sports1 year ago

Rivalry Week Showdowns Shape College Football Playoff Picture

The article provides predictions for the top college football games during Rivalry Saturday, focusing on picks against the spread (ATS). Key matchups include Indiana vs. Purdue, UNLV vs. Nevada, UCLA vs. Fresno State, LSU vs. Oklahoma, and Ohio State vs. Michigan, among others. The author emphasizes taking underdogs in rivalry games and highlights specific teams like Texas A&M and Syracuse as potential surprises. The predictions are made with a mix of analysis and gut feeling, acknowledging the unpredictability of rivalry games.

sports1 year ago

Ohio State vs. Michigan: Key Matchups and Betting Insights

The article discusses the intense rivalry between Ohio State and Michigan, focusing on the upcoming game where Ohio State aims to reassert dominance after Michigan's recent victories, which were marred by allegations of sign-stealing. The writer expresses confidence in Ohio State's ability to win, citing past successes and the current team's strengths. The piece also highlights the tradition of crossing out the letter 'M' during The Game Week and provides a schedule for other college football rivalry games.

sports1 year ago

Week 14 College Football: Rivalries and Playoff Implications

Week 14 of the college football season features key rivalry games with significant implications for the College Football Playoff and conference championships. Notable matchups include Michigan vs. Ohio State, South Carolina vs. Clemson, Notre Dame vs. USC, Auburn vs. Alabama, and Texas vs. Texas A&M. Betting predictions favor Ohio State, South Carolina, Notre Dame, Auburn, and Texas A&M to cover their respective spreads. These games are crucial as teams vie for spots in the expanded 12-team CFP bracket.

sports1 year ago

Texas vs. Texas A&M: The Epic Rivalry Returns with Military Tradition

ESPN's 'College GameDay' will broadcast from Kyle Field in College Station for the Texas Longhorns vs. Texas A&M Aggies game during Rivalry Week. This marks the first meeting between the two teams since 2011, with the winner advancing to the SEC Championship against Georgia. Other notable rivalries include Alabama vs. Auburn, Ohio State vs. Michigan, and South Carolina vs. Clemson, all with significant playoff implications.

sports1 year ago

Oregon Ducks Gear Up for Intense Rivalry Clash with Washington

The Oregon Ducks have unveiled new black and silver uniforms for their upcoming rivalry game against the Washington Huskies. Despite the game not impacting the College Football Playoff race, it's significant for Oregon as they aim to break a three-game losing streak against Washington and complete an undefeated regular season in their first Big Ten year. The game will feature Oregon's chrome helmets and new grey pants, kicking off at 4:30 p.m. PST on NBC.

sports1 year ago

College Football Playoff Chaos: Upsets Shake Up Rankings Ahead of Rivalry Week

A weekend of upsets has reshuffled the College Football Playoff (CFP) rankings, with Oregon, Ohio State, Texas, and Penn State holding the top four spots. Notre Dame and Miami have moved up, while Alabama and Ole Miss dropped after losses. As 'Rivalry Week' approaches, key matchups like Ohio State vs. Michigan and Oregon vs. Washington will be crucial for teams vying for CFP berths. Conference championships are set for December 7, with the top-ranked conference champions earning automatic playoff spots.

sports1 year ago

BYU vs. Utah: Can the Cougars Maintain Their Winning Streak?

In a simulated game using EA Sports' College Football 25, Utah defeated BYU 41-38 in a thrilling rivalry matchup. Despite BYU's early 31-10 lead, Utah capitalized on turnovers to score 28 unanswered points, culminating in a game-winning field goal by Cole Becker. The simulation highlighted key performances, including Utah's Isaac Wilson and BYU's Jake Retzlaff, and suggested a high-scoring affair, though real-life defenses might perform better.