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Officiating expert says refs missed ‘obvious’ incomplete pass call in Texas vs. Mizzou game
Former NFL referee Terry McAulay blasted the officiating in the Texas‑Mizzou matchup, saying the crew wrongly ruled a hit on QB Arch Manning as a fumble instead of an obvious incomplete pass. The call gave Texas a first down on a second‑half drive that sparked a 20‑20 tie and ultimately a Longhorn victory. McAulay posted his critique on X on November 7, 2026, noting the ball was lost after the hand moved forward. Missouri’s coach Eli Drinkwitz stayed silent on the controversy, warning he’d be fined for speaking out.
Florida State notches first road win in more than 1,000 days
Florida State finally snaps a 12-game, 1,078‑day road losing streak with a 31‑24 win at Boston College, their first road victory since Nov. 25, 2023. Interim coach Rick Stockstill, taking over after Mike Norvell’s firing, leads the Seminoles to a 4‑5 overall, 2‑4 ACC record, keeping a winning season alive. The Noles rallied with ten fourth‑quarter points to erase a 24‑21 deficit, ending a near‑three‑year road drought and giving fans a much‑needed celebration.
Eli Drinkwitz takes high road on officiating controversies after Texas loss
Mizzou fell to Texas 34-20 on Nov. 7, 2026, after surrendering a 20-13 lead and allowing the Longhorns to score the final 21 points. Coach Eli Drinkwitz addressed the backlash over several controversial calls that went against the Tigers, saying he will not blame officials because doing so could cost him hefty fines and jeopardize his retirement. He emphasized respect for Texas coach Steve Sarkisian and noted that the SEC’s upcoming review won’t change the outcome. The loss leaves Missouri with a sour taste despite the competitive start.
Welcome back, Ryan Coleman-Williams: Alabama scores nifty opening TD at LSU
Ryan Coleman-Williams returns to the field for Alabama after missing a month, scoring the opening touchdown in the LSU showdown. On a fake‑handed‑off play, he takes an end‑around from Keelon Russell and dives into the end zone, giving the Crimson Tide a 10-7 lead late in the first half. The versatile receiver, who has logged 23 catches for 415 yards and four scores in six games, already logged two rushes on the night, underscoring his impact beyond receiving. Alabama eyes the win to bolster its postseason resume.
Shane Beamer admits ‘concern’ over LaNorris Sellers injury
South Carolina head coach Shane Beamer openly expresses concern over QB LaNorris Sellers’ ankle injury during the halftime break of the SEC clash with Texas A&M on Nov. 7, 2026. Sellers, who left the Week 10 game after posting 10‑of‑15, 151 yards, a TD and no interceptions, is undergoing an X‑ray, leaving his availability for the second half and upcoming games uncertain. With the Gamecocks now ranked in both the AP and CFP polls and holding a 7‑6 lead, Beamer’s candid remarks highlight the high stakes for South Carolina’s playoff aspirations.
Auburn scores 17 in 4th quarter to notch comeback win over Arkansas
Byrum Brown fuels Auburn’s comeback, scoring 17 points in the fourth quarter to lift the Tigers to a 26-23 win over Arkansas on Nov. 7, 2026. Brown broke the tie with a 12:50‑left rushing TD, then added 120 rushing yards, 180 passing yards and two passing TDs with no picks. After Arkansas tied it twice, Auburn’s final drive—Brown’s 50‑yard scramble—set up Alex McPherson’s go‑ahead field goal. The victory improves Auburn to 5‑4 overall (3‑2 SEC) while Arkansas falls to 3‑6 (1‑5 SEC).
College football fans, media blast refs for bias toward Texas in Mizzou game
Texas defeats Missouri 34-20 in a Week 10 showdown, but the victory sparks a firestorm of criticism over officiating. Fans and media highlight several replay reviews that went against Mizzou, including a disputed no‑catch call and a fumble ruling that gave Arch Manning’s Longhorns a crucial first down. Social‑media backlash labels the crew biased toward Texas, despite Missouri’s defensive lapses. The controversy fuels debate about SEC refereeing standards as both teams remain in CFP contention.
Boston College deploys ‘ring-around-the-rosie’ trick play vs. Florida State
Boston College shocked Florida State with a "ring-around-the-rosie" trick play late in the third quarter, turning a 21-17 deficit into a 24-21 lead. On 2nd-and-goal from the 2-yard line, quarterback Mason McKenzie rolled right and underhanded a pass to Javarius Green, who ran it in for a 2-yard touchdown—officially a pass. The play, dubbed the "Mean Machine Huddle," sparked laughs but was the Eagles' only score, as FSU rallied in the fourth quarter to win 31-24, marking their first victory after head coach Mike Norvell’s dismissal.
Florida debuting new uniform combo Saturday night against Oklahoma
The Florida Gators unveil an all‑blue uniform for their Saturday night home game against Oklahoma at The Swamp. New head coach Jon Sumrall brings back blue helmets—last seen under Billy Napier—with orange script, pairing them with matching blue jerseys and pants for the first time this season. Wide receiver Bailey Stockton, the team leader with 35 catches and 365 yards, models the look. The Gators aim to rebound after a 27‑8 loss to Georgia, having last won 52‑28 over Ole Miss on Sept. 26. Kickoff is at 7:45 p.m. ET on the SEC Network.
LaNorris Sellers suffers apparent ankle injury vs. Texas A&M
South Carolina quarterback LaNorris Sellers limps off the field after an apparent ankle injury during a second‑quarter sack‑fumble against Texas A&M on Nov. 7, 2026. The play gave the Aggies possession, and Sellers, who had thrown for 151 yards and a TD on 10‑of‑15 passes, returns briefly to the locker room for evaluation. The Gamecocks lead 7‑3 and sit 5‑3 overall, needing Sellers healthy for a crucial November stretch that includes games versus Arkansas, Georgia, Clemson and the Aggies.
Texas ices win over Mizzou with bizarre turnover in final minutes
Texas secures a 34-20 victory over Missouri in Columbia, a win that keeps its CFP hopes alive. The Longhorns protect a 27-20 lead late before a bizarre turnover: Austin Simmons' pass to Cayden Lee is bobbled mid-air, and defender Graceson Littleton recovers at Missouri's five-yard line. Raleek Brown caps the finish with an eight-yard TD. Missouri had briefly led 20-13 in the third quarter on a 72-yard reception by Naeshaun Montgomery, but Texas scores the final 21 points. Next up, Texas travels to LSU, another high‑stakes matchup.
Utah wins Holy War over BYU, maintains commanding lead in Big 12 title race
Utah extends its unbeaten run with a 28‑20 victory over BYU in the Holy War, pushing its Big 12 record to 6‑0 and cementing a dominant lead in the conference. The win snaps a three‑game streak against BYU and marks the Utes' 15th straight triumph—the longest active streak nationwide. A second‑half defensive surge, highlighted by a pivotal interception on 3rd‑and‑goal, preserves the lead. With games remaining at Arizona, TCU and West Virginia, Utah’s College Football Playoff odds climb to 90%, requiring two losses to miss the conference title game.
Texas outlasts Mizzou for third straight win, deals blow to Tigers’ Playoff hopes
Texas extends its winning streak to three when Arch Manning leads the Longhorns to a 34-20 victory over Missouri at Faurot Field on Nov. 7, 2026. After Mizzou’s 20-13 lead in the third quarter, a disputed fumble call gives Texas the ball, and Jermaine Bishop Jr. ties the game at 20. Manning then connects with Raleek Brown for a 23-yard TD, and Brown caps the win with an 8-yard rush after a turnover deep in Mizzou territory. Manning throws for 297 yards and three TDs, while Brown totals 133 yards. The loss dampens Missouri’s playoff hopes.
Kick 6! Duke pulls off 109-yard FG return for touchdown to end half vs. NC State
In a Week 10 ACC showdown on Nov. 7, 2026, 6‑2 Duke thwarts 4‑4 NC State with a spectacular 109‑yard field‑goal return. After NC State’s kicker Kanoah Vinesett nails a 50‑yard attempt that falls short, sophomore safety Andrew Pellicciotta scoops the ball 9 yards deep in his end zone and darts the length of the field for a touchdown, stretching Duke’s lead to 31‑3 just before halftime. The play, dubbed the “Kick 6,” mirrors the infamous SEC trick play and instantly becomes a highlight of Duke’s 2026 season, cementing Pellicciotta’s name in Blue Devil lore.
Kalen DeBoer explains what he wants to see from Keelon Russell at LSU
Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer outlines what he expects from redshirt freshman QB Keelon Russell ahead of the Saturday night clash with LSU. DeBoer stresses that Russell must keep his feet anchored to the ball, making quick reads and committing to the third‑down option when it appears, while avoiding the habit of pulling back and forcing throws at the line of scrimmage. The coach says these adjustments are crucial after Russell’s costly interceptions against Kentucky and a rough outing versus Tennessee. The showdown airs on ABC and Disney+.
Texas awarded first down on controversial fumble ruling
In a heated SEC showdown on Nov. 7, 2026, Texas turns a controversial fumble call into a game‑tying drive against Missouri. With the Longhorns trailing 20‑13 late in the third quarter, a pass by Arch Manning that seemed incomplete bounces off a Tiger defender. After review, officials rule it a live ball and a fumble, awarding Texas a first down and a 12‑yard gain. Texas capitalizes, scoring a touchdown to knot the game at 20‑20 with 1:52 left in the third. Missouri coach Eli Drinkwitz is expected to demand an explanation for the non‑incomplete ruling, highlighting officiating scrutiny in Columbia.
Mizzou’s Naeshaun Montgomery tightropes sideline en route to 72-yard TD vs. Texas
Mizzou’s sophomore wideout Naeshaun Montgomery scores a spectacular 72‑yard touchdown on a sideline sprint after a 2nd‑and‑7 play from their own 28, giving the Tigers a 20‑13 lead with 4:52 left in the third quarter of the ranked SEC showdown against Texas. Quarterback Austin Simmons throws the pass at the 35‑yard line, and Montgomery evades a tackle, staying untouched down the right sideline for the score. Though Texas ties it later at 20‑20, the highlight‑reel play fuels Mizzou’s CFP hopes.
LSU star Trey’Dez Green expected to play through illness vs. Alabama
LSU tight end Trey’Dez Green is listed as questionable for Saturday’s clash with Alabama after battling a stomach bug, but reports say he’ll play. Green returned on Oct. 24 versus Auburn, posting five catches for 50 yards following a right‑knee injury that sidelined him after the Sept. 19 Ole Miss game. He’s been a key target all season, with 4 catches for 58 yards vs. Clemson, 6 for 104 yards and a TD against Louisiana Tech, and 4 for 60 yards before his injury. LSU, ranked No. 14 in the CFP, needs his production to boost its chances of a postseason berth.
Zabien Brown, EJ Crowell receive final injury updates ahead of LSU matchup
Alabama’s key players Zabien Brown (DB) and EJ Crowell (RB) are listed as game‑time decisions ahead of the 3:30 p.m. ET showdown with No. 14 LSU on Saturday. Brown hasn’t played since a lower‑body injury on Oct. 17 against Tennessee, while Crowell left the LSU game early with a left‑knee issue after exiting in the first half against the Volunteers. Both join QB Jett Thomalla and OL William Sanders on the injury report. The winner improves to 7‑2; the loser falls to 6‑3 as Alabama, ranked No. 5, fights to stay in postseason contention.
Auburn extends unfortunate streak of not scoring on opening drive in Week 10
Auburn’s Week 10 home clash with Arkansas highlights a growing offensive concern: the Tigers still haven’t scored on an opening drive this season. After a six‑play stall, Coach Alex Golesh elects to go for it on fourth‑and‑2, but Byrum Brown’s quarterback sneak is stopped, handing Arkansas prime field position. ESPN’s Peter Burns notes Auburn joins New Mexico State and Southern Miss as the only three FBS teams without an opening‑drive point in the first ten weeks. The slump underscores Auburn’s inconsistency and the urgent need for early scoring before the 2027 season.
Arkansas takes double-digit lead at Auburn thanks to 65-yard run
Arkansas sparks a 10‑0 lead against Auburn early in the second quarter thanks to senior running back Sutton Smith’s 65‑yard touchdown run followed by junior Braylen Russell’s 2‑yard plunge. The Razorbacks, now 3‑5 (1‑4 SEC), built on the momentum to finish the half up 10‑3, while Auburn sits at 4‑4 (2‑4 SEC). Smith’s breakaway from the 34‑yard line and Russell’s short goal‑line score gave Arkansas the double‑digit edge on the first Saturday of November, highlighting their rushing attack as the game‑changer.
Texas loses out on fumble recovery vs. Mizzou due to controversial call
At halftime, Texas and Missouri were deadlocked 10-10 in Columbia, but a controversial non‑fumble call may have cost the Longhorns a pivotal lead. With 38 seconds left, Austin Simmons connected with Cayden Lee on a screen pass; Lee fought past Texas defenders and appeared to fumble, giving Texas possession inside the 20-yard line. After review, officials ruled Lee down by contact, allowing Missouri to run out the clock. Both teams sit at 6-2, with Texas ranked No. 7 in the CFP and Missouri No. 18, making the outcome a potential playoff eliminator.
Chase Daniel fakes out Ole Miss crowd during SEC Nation, picks Georgia
During SEC Nation’s Week 10 broadcast from Oxford, former Mizzou QB‑turned‑analyst Chase Daniel playfully rallied the Ole Miss crowd with the Hotty Toddy chant before announcing his pick: #2 Georgia over #10 Ole Miss. Daniel’s tease drew boos, but he wasn’t alone—Tim Tebow and Paul Finebaum also backed the Bulldogs, while ex‑Alabama safety Roman Harper sided with the Rebels, earning a raucous cheer. The showdown marks the third meeting of the two SEC powerhouses in 13 months, with both teams vying for CFP positioning.
BYU scores 75-yard TD in Holy War on Bear-to-Legend connection
In the Holy War showdown, 9th‑ranked BYU erased a 14‑0 hole against 3rd‑ranked Utah with a spectacular 75‑yard touchdown pass from sophomore quarterback Bear Bachmeier to freshman wideout Legend Glasker early in the second quarter. The play cut Utah’s lead to 14‑13, and BYU later surged to a 20‑14 advantage, scoring 20 unanswered points. The dramatic ‘Bear‑to‑Legend’ connection reignited the Cougars and thrust them back into the top‑10 race.
Matt Rhule fires Nebraska offensive coordinator after Illinois loss
One day after a 24-13 loss to Illinois, Nebraska head coach Matt Rhule fires offensive coordinator Dana Holgorsen, ending his tenure that began in 2024. Rhule said the Huskers' offensive plan “simply is not working,” despite Holgorsen’s prior success at West Virginia and Houston. Nebraska’s offense fell from a 43.6‑point average during a 5‑0 start to just 13.5 points amid a four‑game skid, ranking ninth and tenth in Big Ten total offense in 2024‑25. Co‑OC and QB coach Glenn Thomas now assumes play‑calling duties.
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