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Deion Sanders reacts to question about job status after Colorado’s latest loss
After Colorado’s sixth loss in seven games—a 20-10 defeat to Arizona State that left the Buffaloes down 17-0 at halftime—Coach Deion "Coach Prime" Sanders was asked about his job security. He replied that he doesn’t worry about his employment, focusing instead on the young men he coaches and their impact off the field. With Travis Hunter and Shedeur Sanders already in the NFL, Colorado sits 6-19 and faces a daunting next matchup against CFP‑bound Houston. Sanders’ non‑committal stance is shaping the season’s biggest storyline.
Connor Stalions jokingly ‘self-reports’ made-up contact with Michigan coaches to NCAA
Michigan fans witness a new controversy as former assistant Connor Stalions posts a fabricated screenshot on X, claiming he will “self‑report” fake text messages with head coach Kyle Whittingham and offensive coordinator Jason Beck to the NCAA. The stunt underscores the Wolverines' disappointing start to the 2026 season, highlighted by a 15‑6 loss to Michigan State and an identity‑less offense rotating QB Bryce Underwood and Tommy Carr. With looming matchups against Oregon, UCLA and Ohio State, the joke reflects growing frustration over Michigan’s sluggish attack under new leadership.
Coaches Poll, Week 11: Georgia climbs to No. 1, 8 SEC teams crack latest top 25
Georgia reclaims the No. 1 spot in the Week 11 Coaches Poll after a 42‑7 demolition of No. 17 Ole Miss, highlighted by Gunner Stockton’s five-touchdown performance. The poll features a SEC dominance: four conference teams in the top 10 (Georgia, Alabama (7), Texas (8), Tennessee (9)) and a total of eight SEC programs inside the top 25, including Kentucky (13), Ole Miss (17), LSU (22) and South Carolina (24). Mizzou and Oklahoma also earn votes. The full rankings list Georgia ahead of Utah, Notre Dame, UCLA, and more.
Florida suffers worst back-to-back home defeats in 80 years
In Jon Sumrall’s inaugural season, Florida endures its worst consecutive home losses in 80 years, dropping 38-19 to South Carolina and 23-7 to Oklahoma—both 14‑point defeats at The Swamp—the first such streak since 1946. Despite impressive wins over Ole Miss, Auburn and Texas, the Gators’ home turf woes raise doubts about Sumrall’s defending ability as they head into a tough road game at Kentucky and then a home matchup against Vanderbilt before closing the season in Tallahassee.
Georgia achieves CFP-era milestone with latest blowout road win over top-10 team
Georgia storms Ole Miss 42‑7 in Oxford, marking its fifth 35‑point road victory over a top‑10 opponent—the most in the CFP era. The Bulldogs, fresh off a bye after a home loss to Auburn, have outscored Florida and Ole Miss by a combined 69‑15 and could reclaim the No. 1 ranking when next week’s CFP poll releases. Georgia now turns its sights to a Week 11 showdown with Missouri at home in Athens.
NC State working to finalize deal with next head coach, per report
NC State is nearing a deal to hire former Wolfpack quarterback Philip Rivers as its next head football coach, reports indicate. After firing Dave Doeren on Oct. 24 following a 3‑4 loss to Stanford, the school has interviewed several candidates, but Rivers has emerged as the front‑runner. He has begun contacting potential staff, and his recent high‑school coaching stint ended with a 42‑35 playoff loss. Rivers, the program’s all‑time passing leader with 13,484 yards, 95 TDs and 34 INTs, will also see his son Gunner, a four‑star recruit, join the team. The move aims to excite the Wolfpack fan base.
Mario Cristobal rants about controversial non-TD vs. Notre Dame: ‘It’s bulls—’
No. 1 Miami suffered its first loss of the season, falling 31-24 to Notre Dame after a dramatic comeback. With Miami trailing 31-24, Darian Mensah lofted a pass to tight end Elija Lofton, who appeared to secure a game-tying touchdown with two hands and both feet in bounds, but officials ruled the catch incomplete, forcing a turnover on downs. Head coach Mario Cristolar expressed his anger, calling the decision “bulls—” and urging his team not to rely on officials. Miami now aims to rebound in Week 11 at home against Duke.
College GameDay announces rare Week 11 destination
College GameDay heads to Boise, Idaho for the first time since 2010 to cover the Broncos' Week 11 clash with Oregon State. Boise State (8‑1) aims to secure the Group‑6 CFP berth, facing an Oregon State team led by quarterback Braden Atkinson. The Broncos, last season's 12‑1 squad with a Las Vegas Bowl win, lost only to Oregon (34‑27) and now control their destiny thanks to star RB Dylan Riley and QB Maddux Madsen. The game airs at 6 p.m. ET on USA Network, with GameDay kicking off at 9 p.m. ET.
ESPN’s Heather Dinich updates College Football Playoff projection after Week 10
After a thriller-filled Week 10, ESPN analyst Heather Dinich revises her College Football Playoff bracket, crowning Georgia as the new No. 1. Notre Dame’s 31‑24 win over Miami drops the Hurricanes to No. 6, while Alabama, Texas, and Utah secure top‑three spots. The SEC dominates the top ten with five teams, and the Big 12 follows with three. Tennessee jumps to No. 9 after a strong showing, and Ohio State falls out after a 41‑22 loss to Oregon. Dinich’s updated 12‑team field reflects the week’s six top‑18 matchups and signals further movement as the season winds down.
Tennessee mocks Kentucky fans for incident at The Rock after blowing out Wildcats
Tennessee thumps No. 6 Kentucky 34‑6 in Week 10, sealing a spot in the College Football Playoff with a 21‑point fourth‑quarter surge. After the victory, the Volunteers’ Twitter account mocked a Kentucky fan who had spray‑painted “Stein Time” on the campus landmark known as The Rock, a traditional free‑expression spot. The taunt sparked rivalry banter as Kentucky, coached by first‑year head Will Stein, remains 7‑2 and still in CFP contention. The post highlights the on‑field blowout and the off‑field social‑media clash that followed.
Shane Beamer trolls Texas A&M players who danced during ‘Sandstorm’
South Carolina rallied from a 9-7 deficit to defeat Texas A&M 17-9 at Williams-Brice Stadium on Nov. 8, 2026. After the Aggies were caught dancing to “Sandstorm” before the fourth quarter, Gamecocks coach Shane Beamer mocked them on X, posting, “Someone let me know how it ends… Have a safe flight back to Texas.” The comeback gave South Carolina its fourth straight win, keeping Beamer’s job security afloat after a rough start to the season. The Gamecocks now face Arkansas, Georgia and Clemson to finish the year.
Tennessee’s DeSean Bishop makes program history by clearing 1,000-yard threshold
Tennessee RB DeSean Bishop cements his place in Volunteers history by surpassing 1,000 rushing yards for a second straight season, joining Johnnie Jones as the only Vols with multiple 1,000‑yard campaigns. He logged 109 yards and two touchdowns on 25 carries in the 34‑6 Week 10 win over No. 6 Kentucky, bringing his season total close to last year’s 1,076 yards and 16 scores. With three regular‑season games left—and a shot at the SEC Championship and College Football Playoff—Bishop could finish a historic year when Tennessee heads to Texas A&M next weekend.
Jason Witten calls win over Florida his ‘greatest moment’ in football
Jason Witten, now Oklahoma’s interim offensive coordinator after starting the season as the tight‑ends coach, lauds the Sooners’ upset of Florida in The Swamp on Nov. 8, 2026 as the "greatest moment" of his football career. Oklahoma’s offense, usually struggling, posted 351 yards, converted 10 third‑downs and ran a 20‑play, 12‑minute touchdown drive in the fourth quarter to seal the win. Witten defended coach Brent Venables’ decision to promote him, noting the 4.8 yards per play and zero turnovers. The Sooners next host Ole Miss in Week 11.
Former Alabama RB Damien Harris predicts Jeremiah Smith won’t play again for Ohio State
After Ohio State’s 41-28 loss to Oregon, former Alabama running back Damien Harris tells CBS Sports that Heisman favorite WR Jeremiah Smith should quit the season. Harris argues there’s “nothing to gain and everything to lose” for Smith, noting the Buckeyes are out of playoff contention despite his record‑breaking 133 yards, 7 catches and a touchdown against Oregon. The former pro predicts Smith will sit out the remainder of the year, preserving his legacy of touchdown, reception and national‑championship records.
ESPN FPI Rankings after Week 10: Pair of SEC teams move into top 3 after big wins
After Week 10, ESPN’s Football Power Index keeps Notre Dame at No. 1, but two SEC powerhouses surge: Georgia jumps to No. 2 after a 45‑7 rout of Ole Miss, and Alabama climbs to No. 3 after demolishing LSU in Baton Rouge. The latest FPI top‑25 features ten SEC teams—the most of any conference—while Florida, Kentucky, Auburn, Mississippi State, Arkansas and Vanderbilt sit outside the rankings. The article lists the full top‑25 order and notes the upcoming Week 11 rankings.
Jon Sumrall: ‘I felt really bad’ for Gators’ losing performance vs. Oklahoma
Florida endures its worst loss of the Jon Sumrall era, falling 23-7 to Oklahoma as the Sooners dominate time of possession (37:50 to 22:10). After a 4-0 start, the Gators now sit 3-4 in SEC play, dropping four of their last five games. Sumrall expressed disappointment, saying he “felt really bad” for the performance. Quarterback Tramell Jones struggled again, and the offensive line allowed three sacks while the rushing attack managed only 70 yards on 25 carries (2.8 ypc). Florida’s next challenge is a road game against Kentucky, which is looking to rebound from a 34-6 loss at Tennessee.
Notre Dame hands No. 1 Miami its first loss of the season
Notre Dame snaps No. 1 Miami's unbeaten run with a 31‑24 upset on November 8, 2026, keeping the Fighting Irish alive in the College Football Playoff race. CJ Carr leads the charge, throwing 313 yards and three TDs on 29‑of‑40 passing, including a 24‑3 third‑quarter lead to Micah Gilbert. Miami's Heisman contender Darian Mensah rallies with 276 yards and three TDs but throws his second interception, falling short despite multiple comeback attempts. The loss is Miami's first of the season, though they remain in a strong CFP position with three home games remaining.
Gunner Stockton accounts for 5 touchdowns, Georgia trounces No. 10 Ole Miss
Georgia bulldogs dominate No. 10 Ole Miss 42-7 as senior QB Gunner Stockton throws for four touchdowns and rushes for a fifth, finishing 9-of-15 for 185 yards. Wideout Tayln Taylor catches four passes for 140 yards and three scores, including a 58‑yard first‑quarter strike. The Bulldogs pile up 295 rushing yards on 48 carries, led by Nate Frazier’s 107 yards. The win improves Georgia to 8-1 overall and 6-1 in the SEC as they head into their Week 11 showdown with Missouri.
Hat trick: Talyn Taylor hauls in 3rd touchdown for Georgia against Ole Miss
Georgia bulldogs dominate Ole Miss 35‑7, and wideout Talyn Taylor caps a career night with his third touchdown—a 65‑yard reception from Gunner Stockton in the fourth quarter. The win marks revenge for last season’s CFP loss to Ole Miss and showcases UGA’s balanced attack: 183 rushing yards in the first half set up play‑action passes that opened big‑play opportunities. Taylor entered the game with 286 yards and three touchdowns on the season, and his long score underscores Georgia’s threat as both a ground and aerial force in college football.
Party like it’s 1999: Tennessee makes it back-to-back top-10 wins at Neyland Stadium
The Volunteers streak a rare feat, beating No. 6 Kentucky 34-6 after a 24-10 home win over Alabama—back‑to‑back top‑10 victories at Neyland Stadium for the first time since 1999. Josh Heupel’s Tennessee team now pairs a powerful run game with a top‑tier defense that forced three turnovers, sacked Kentucky’s QB Kenny Minchey four times and limited him to 224 yards. The win bolsters Tennessee’s College Football Playoff hopes as they head to Texas A&M next week.
John Mateer, Oklahoma grind out upset win over No. 24 Florida in The Swamp
Oklahoma pulls off a 23-7 upset over No. 24 Florida in The Swamp, marking Jason Witten’s debut as the Sooners’ offensive coordinator. Quarterback John Mateer throws for 207 yards and two touchdowns while also leading the ground game with 56 rushing yards. The Sooners dominate time of possession (37:50‑22:10) and third‑down conversions (10‑of‑18) en route to a 20-7 third‑quarter lead that seals the win. Florida’s Jon Sumrall’s decision to stay on fourth down backfires with an end‑zone interception, and the Gators are held to 96 passing yards. The victory moves OU to 5‑4 overall (3‑3 SEC) as they prepare for Ole Miss, while Florida falls to 5‑4 (3‑4 SEC) heading to Kentucky.
Kentucky fans blast Josh Heupel for ‘classless’ behavior in blowout Tennessee win
Kentucky fans criticize Tennessee coach Josh Heupel for not kneeling before DeSean Bishop's late touchdown that sealed a 34-6 blowout of No. 6 Kentucky on Nov. 8, 2026. Social media users called the move "classless" despite Kentucky’s defense being able to stop the score. The Vols forced three turnovers, dominated time of possession (35:17‑24:43), and held Kentucky scoreless in the second half. Both teams improve to 7‑2, with Tennessee poised for a top‑10 CFP ranking, while Kentucky falls further behind in the playoff race.
Ryan Coleman-Williams touts Keelon Russell as best QB in the country
Alabama star receiver Ryan Coleman‑Williams crowned Keelon Russell the nation’s top quarterback after Russell’s 206‑yard, three‑touchdown performance in the Crimson Tide’s 31‑13 upset of LSU on Nov. 8, 2026. Coleman‑Williams praised Russell’s toughness and growth, echoing head coach Kalen DeBoer’s kudos for playing through injury. The win boosts Alabama’s College Football Playoff hopes and fuels the storied Alabama‑LSU rivalry. If Russell maintains his second‑half dominance, he could indeed be the country’s best QB.
Tennessee annihilates No. 6 Kentucky behind another outstanding defensive effort
Tennessee’s defense dominates as the Vols crush No. 6 Kentucky 34‑6 in Knoxville, improving to 7‑2 overall and 4‑2 in the SEC. Sophomore RB Daune Morris sparks the opening score with a 66‑yard run, and the Volunteers add field goals before halftime. A three‑turnover second half—including a forced fumble by DB Qua Moss—sets the stage for a fourth‑quarter onslaught: quarterback Faizon Brandon throws a TD, pitches to Mike Matthews for a 24‑yard score, and both Bishop and Morris each rush for touchdowns. Linebacker Arion Carter leads with 13 tackles, 4 TFLs and 2 sacks, cementing Tennessee’s reputation for a top‑ranked defense.
Kane Wommack, Alabama assistants lose their minds on sidelines during Alabama’s win over LSU
Alabama storms LSU 31-13 in Baton Rouge, snapping a 13-10 second‑quarter deficit and igniting sideline chaos. Kane Wommack and fellow assistants celebrate big stops with animated shoving, a moment that went viral on Twitter. LSU QB Sam Leavitt throws for 380 yards but no TDs and picks off once, while Alabama’s defense delivers key red‑zone and fourth‑down stops. The win bolsters the Crimson Tide’s CFP résumé after critics questioned their top‑five status, positioning them for a serious playoff push.
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