College football series is back in action with ranked matchups among the Big Ten, Big 12, and SEC, including the College Football Playoff favorites. The top 10 games of week 4 feature teams like San Jose State at Washington State, with the Cougars savouring their win against Washington in the Apple Cup rivalry. College teams like NC State and Clemson will be battling it out following NC State’s devastating loss against Tennessee and an injury to its starting quarterback, Grayson McCall. Clemson, fresh from a bye week after its loss to Georgia and a win over App state, is expected to prove their worth.
Arkansas and Auburn will face-off in a game that promises to be an exciting quarterback match between Arkansas’ dual-threat Taylen Green and Auburn redshirt freshman Hank Brown. The Sun Devils, under second-year head coach Kenny Dillingham, are off to a good start, defying their low preseason ranking in the Big 12. Their match against Texas Tech remains a critical test. In another game, Georgia Tech will put up a fight against Louisville, having gained confidence after a series of wins. Louisville, on the other hand, is rising in ranks after beating Austin Peay and Jacksonville State but still needs to prove its mettle against stronger competition.
Miami’s third-year warpath under coach Mario Cristobal enters an exciting stop at Tampa against the South Florida Bulls. Their quarterback, Cam Ward, has performed outstandingly, placing Miami in the top 10. Miami’s game against USF is expected to be a critical win for the Hurricanes, expected to boost Miami’s popularity.
The fourth game worth watching is between Illinois and Nebraska, a ranked Big Ten matchup. Nebraska’s Dylan Raiola will face off against the undefeated Illini, who are second in the FBS with a plus-8 turnover margin. In the fifth game, University of Michigan Wolverines, in need of a turn around after a loss to Texas, are set to play against the University of Southern California Trojans. Michigan’s new quarterback, Alex Orji, is expected to bring a much-needed spark for the Wolverines.
The last set of matches feature the clash between Utah and Oklahoma State and Tennessee and Oklahoma. Utah’s quarterback Cam Rising is expected to play despite an injury. Oklahoma State’s Doak Walker-winning running back, Ollie Gordon II, has had a slow start, but their quarterback, Alan Bowman, has carried the team forward. For Tennessee, the return of their head coach, Josh Heupel to Oklahoma, is a major storyline. Both teams have exhibited strong potential, with Tennessee leading the FBS in points per game, and Oklahoma averaging just under 5 yards per play. These matches are set to be a testament to the teams’ perseverance and talent, providing clear insights into the best of college football.
