Ohio State, Georgia, and Florida State were all in danger of being upset at halftime, but they all managed to come out on top in the second half. Clemson and Oklahoma were not so lucky and suffered unexpected losses to Notre Dame and Oklahoma State, respectively. Texas and Ole Miss narrowly avoided upsets thanks to a failed fourth-down gamble and a blocked field goal. The excitement didn’t stop there, as prime time brought more opportunities for upsets, but undefeated Washington and Alabama were able to secure victories over USC and LSU to stay on top.
Here is how the power rankings stand after Week 10:
1. Georgia Bulldogs: The Bulldogs secured their 26th consecutive win with a hard-fought 30-21 victory over Missouri. The road ahead doesn’t get any easier for Georgia, as they face Ole Miss, Tennessee, and Georgia Tech in the coming weeks. The team suffered a setback with the loss of linebacker Jamon Dumas-Johnson to injury, but they have capable replacements ready to step up in his absence.
2. Michigan Wolverines: The Wolverines continued their domination with a 41-13 win over Purdue. Quarterback J.J. McCarthy had an impressive performance, throwing for 335 yards and leading the team to victory. Michigan’s defense also showed its strength by shutting out Purdue in the third quarter. The team’s toughest test lies ahead with a matchup against Penn State.
3. Florida State Seminoles: Florida State secured a spot in the ACC championship game with a 24-7 victory over Pitt. The offense took some time to find its rhythm, but consecutive scoring drives in the third quarter sealed the win. Quarterback Jordan Travis had a solid game, throwing for 360 yards and rushing for a touchdown. Florida State looks to continue its winning streak against rival Miami.
4. Ohio State Buckeyes: Ohio State found themselves trailing at halftime against Rutgers, but they rallied in the second half to secure a 35-16 victory. Running back TreVeyon Henderson stepped up in the absence of Miyan Williams and finished the game with 128 rushing yards and a touchdown. Quarterback Kyle McCord also played a crucial role in the win. The Buckeyes remain undefeated and look ahead to a matchup against Michigan State.
5. Washington Huskies: In a high-scoring affair, Washington outlasted USC in a 52-42 shootout. Running back Dillon Johnson had a breakout game with 256 rushing yards and four touchdowns. The Huskies’ impressive running game was too much for USC’s defense to handle. Washington remains undefeated and sets its sights on the upcoming challenges.
6. Oregon Ducks: The Ducks dominated Cal with a 63-19 victory, bouncing back from an early setback. Quarterback Bo Nix had a remarkable performance, throwing for 386 yards and four touchdowns. Oregon’s playoff hopes remain intact as long as they continue to win.
7. Texas Longhorns: Texas survived a Kansas State rally and came out on top with a 38-35 win in overtime. The Longhorns’ offense outgained Kansas State and their defense held their ground. With a top-25 win in their pocket, Texas looks to continue their success against TCU.
8. Alabama Crimson Tide: Alabama had a historic night against LSU, with Jalen Milroe becoming the first Alabama quarterback to run for four touchdowns. Coach Nick Saban achieved his 202nd win at Alabama, solidifying his place in SEC history. The Crimson Tide continues their journey with a game against Kentucky.
9. Ole Miss Rebels: Ole Miss held off a late Texas A&M comeback to secure a 38-35 victory. Quinshon Judkins had a standout performance, scoring three touchdowns. Quarterback Jaxson Dart also played a crucial role in the win. Ole Miss heads into a tough matchup against Georgia.
10. Penn State Nittany Lions: Penn State had a dominant performance against Maryland, winning 52-15. Despite a strong start from Maryland’s quarterback, Penn State’s defense shut down their rushing game. Quarterback Drew Allar had a great game, leading the team to victory. Penn State looks ahead to a tough matchup against Michigan.
These power rankings reflect the teams’ performances in Week 10 and give a glimpse into their potential moving forward.
