Exciting Weekend in NCAA Sports
This weekend was packed with thrilling moments in college sports, especially on the football field. The big game that caught everyone’s attention was in Auburn, Alabama, where Auburn took on No. 15 Texas A&M in an unforgettable matchup that went into four overtimes. The Tigers, under first-year coach Hugh Freeze, pulled out a 43-41 victory, keeping their bowl game hopes alive. Auburn jumped to an impressive 21-0 lead in the first half, driven by quarterback Payton Thorne’s two touchdown passes and Jarquez Hunter’s big performance with 168 rushing yards and three touchdowns. Although Texas A&M rallied back, the Tigers clinched the win with a 2-point conversion in the final overtime.
Meanwhile, in a stunning upset, Oklahoma defeated No. 7 Alabama 24-3, marking a tough day for the Crimson Tide. Oklahoma’s defense was on fire, forcing four turnovers. This marked the first game since 2011 that Alabama didn’t score a touchdown, ultimately hurting their College Football Playoff aspirations.
Over in Tempe, Arizona, No. 21 Arizona State achieved a notable 28-23 win over No. 14 BYU, thanks to running back Cam Skattebo who scored three touchdowns. This victory keeps Arizona State in the hunt for a potential conference championship berth. For BYU, this loss was painful as it put their playoff hopes in jeopardy.
The Kansas Jayhawks continued their winning streak, defeating No. 16 Colorado 37-21. Running back Devin Neal stole the show with four touchdowns, showcasing his incredible skill and helping Kansas secure their third straight victory against ranked opponents.
Illinois pulled off a dramatic win over Rutgers with a last-second 38-31 victory, courtesy of quarterback Luke Altmyer who threw a touchdown pass with just four seconds left on the clock. The Illini are now 8-3 and seeking a strong finish in the Big Ten.
Finally, Florida surprised No. 9 Ole Miss with a 24-17 victory. After their recent win against LSU, Florida proves to be a real contender in the SEC, while leaving Ole Miss with serious doubts about their College Football Playoff chances.
As the season winds down and Thanksgiving approaches, the excitement of college sports is heating up, with vital games ahead for all teams involved.
