College Football’s Week 10 Brings Major Upsets and Exciting Showdowns

COLLEGE STATION, Texas — The first weekend of November saw thrilling action in college football as SMU pulled off a stunning upset against No. 10 Miami (Fla.) in overtime, winning 26-20. This remarkable match marked SMU’s first home victory over a ranked opponent since 1974.

With the College Football Playoff picture tightening, Ohio State and Indiana remained undefeated, with Ohio State defeating Penn State, 38-14, and Indiana dominating Maryland, 55-10. These victories further solidified their standings in the AP Top 25 rankings.

In other notable matchups, No. 20 Texas held off a late surge from No. 9 Vanderbilt to secure a 34-31 win. Arch Manning led Texas with 328 yards and three touchdowns, keeping the Longhorns alive in the playoff race.

Duke ended a 15-game road losing streak at Clemson with a thrilling 46-45 victory, thanks to a late touchdown and two-point conversion. Meanwhile, West Virginia stunned No. 22 Houston 45-35, benefiting from the Cougars’ mistakes.

The day’s action also featured a classic showdown known as the “World’s Largest Outdoor Cocktail Party,” where No. 5 Georgia edged out Florida, 24-20, extending their winning streak in this rivalry.

The excitement continues as teams fight for positioning ahead of the upcoming College Football Playoff. With only a few weeks left in the season, every game counts significantly in shaping the playoff landscape.