No. 2 Georgia Holds off No. 12 Missouri in Gritty Defensive Battle
Quarterback Carson Beck led the Bulldogs to a hard-fought victory against the Tigers at Sanford Stadium. Despite a valiant effort from Missouri, Georgia’s defense stepped up to secure a 30-21 win.
In a weekend filled with close calls and upsets, Ohio State, Georgia, and Florida State all found themselves in tight contests at halftime. However, all three teams managed to come out on top in the second half. On the flip side, Notre Dame and Oklahoma fell victim to upsets, while Texas and Ole Miss narrowly escaped upset bids.
During prime time matchups, Washington remained undefeated by outscoring USC in a high-scoring affair, while Alabama pulled away from LSU after a tied first half.
Power Rankings after Week 10 Results:
- No. 2 Georgia Bulldogs: Georgia survived a tough battle against Missouri, extending their winning streak to 26 games. The Bulldogs face upcoming challenges against Ole Miss, Tennessee, and rival Georgia Tech.
- No. 3 Michigan Wolverines: Michigan continued their offensive dominance, scoring over 40 points for the fifth consecutive conference game in a 41-13 victory over Purdue. The Wolverines showcased a balanced attack with impressive performances from quarterback J.J. McCarthy and running backs Blake Corum and Donovan Edwards.
- No. 5 Florida State Seminoles: Florida State secured a spot in the ACC championship game with a 24-7 win over Pitt, despite missing key receivers due to injuries. Jordan Travis stepped up as the leader of the offense, while Ja’Khi Douglas made significant contributions in the passing game.
- No. 6 Ohio State Buckeyes: Ohio State faced a halftime deficit against Rutgers but rallied in the second half to secure a 35-16 victory. Running back TreVeyon Henderson and quarterback Kyle McCord played vital roles in the comeback.
- No. 7 Washington Huskies: Quarterback Michael Penix Jr. received praise for his outstanding performance, but running back Dillon Johnson stole the show in Washington’s 52-42 shootout win against USC. Johnson accounted for 256 rushing yards and four touchdowns, leading the Huskies to victory.
- No. 8 Oregon Ducks: After a chaotic start, the Ducks cruised to a 63-19 win against Cal. Quarterback Bo Nix showcased his skills with a season-high 386 passing yards and four touchdowns. Oregon’s playoff prospects remain intact if they continue their dominant form.
- No. 9 Texas Longhorns: Texas survived a rally from Kansas State and secured a 7th consecutive victory in their series. The Longhorns’ defense stepped up and held Kansas State’s rushing attack in check, while the offense accumulated 478 yards of total offense.
- No. 10 Alabama Crimson Tide: Alabama achieved several milestones in their win against LSU. Quarterback Jalen Milroe made history with four rushing touchdowns, while Coach Nick Saban recorded his 202nd win at Alabama. Kicker Will Reichard also joined the elite club of players with 500 career points.
- No. 11 Ole Miss Rebels: Ole Miss escaped with a narrow 38-35 win against Texas A&M, thanks to a late touchdown run from Quinshon Judkins and a blocked field goal in the final seconds. Quarterback Jaxson Dart had an impressive performance, and Tre Harris had a career day as a receiver.
- No. 12 Penn State Nittany Lions: Despite a strong start from Maryland’s Taulia Tagovailoa, Penn State’s defense held firm and dominated the game. The Nittany Lions allowed a mere -49 rushing yards, second-fewest in program history.
With an exciting week of matchups ahead, college football fans can expect more thrilling games and potential upsets as the season progresses.
