Texas's Arch Manning leads the weekend's winners, while Florida's Billy Napier faces mounting pressure as the team's struggles continue.
Arch Manning, the nephew of NFL legends Peyton and Eli, made his mark in Texas's 56-7 victory over UTSA. Manning took over for an injured Quinn Ewers and showcased his potential with four touchdown passes and a 67-yard rushing score. Texas's triumph propelled them to the No. 1 spot in the AP Top 25, marking a major accomplishment for the Longhorns.
After trailing South Carolina by 17 points, LSU rallied back with a dominant rushing attack. Tigers quarterback Jayden Daniels led the charge, and kicker Damian Ramos sealed the win with a game-winning field goal, much to the relief of head coach Brian Kelly.
College Football Winners and Losers: Texas Soars, Florida Flounders
The Knights overcame a 21-point deficit against TCU in a thrilling comeback. Quarterback KJ Jefferson connected with Kobe Hudson for the game-winning touchdown with just 42 seconds remaining on the clock. UCF now faces a crucial game against Florida in two weeks.
The Cougars scored a dramatic victory over the Washington Huskies, holding them on a 4th-and-goal attempt at the 1-yard line to secure the win. This win adds to the momentum of the newly remodeled Pac-12.
College Football Winners and Losers: Texas Soars, Florida Flounders
After a disappointing loss to Northern Illinois, Notre Dame bounced back with a resounding 66-7 victory over Purdue. The Fighting Irish have the potential to regain their momentum and make a run for the College Football Playoff.
Head coach Billy Napier is facing mounting pressure after Florida's embarrassing home loss to Texas A&M. Aggies backup quarterback Marcel Reed led a dominant performance against the Gators, prompting boos from the home crowd. Florida's struggles raise questions about the program's future.
College Football Winners and Losers: Texas Soars, Florida Flounders
Memphis rolled into Tallahassee and handed Florida State its third consecutive loss of the season. The Seminoles' lack of chemistry and disappointing quarterback play have led to a disastrous start to the season for head coach Mike Norvell.
After starting the season 2-0, Vanderbilt stumbled against Georgia State. The Commodores blew a lead and allowed a game-winning touchdown with just 15 seconds remaining. This loss puts their hopes of a winning season in jeopardy.
While Colorado defeated Colorado State, quarterback Shedeur Sanders's refusal to shake his opponent's hand left a sour taste. Sanders's post-game antics have overshadowed the team's performance, raising concerns about his maturity.
