College Football Scores and Updates: USC vs Cal, BYU vs Texas, and More
Unranked Kansas shocks No. 6 Oklahoma, ending the Sooners' undefeated season since 1997. Upsets continue as Penn State narrowly avoids disaster against Indiana. Ohio State faces Wisconsin, while Oregon State takes on Arizona.
Welcome to Week 9, the week before the College Football Playoff selection committee reveals their rankings for the 2023 season. This is a crucial time for top teams as one unexpected result can dramatically change the course of the season. And we didn't have to wait long for a big upset. Unranked Kansas pulled off a stunning victory against No. 6 Oklahoma, ending the Sooners' undefeated season for the first time since 1997.
This just goes to show that upsets can happen when we least expect them. Penn State narrowly avoided a disaster of their own in the final minutes against Indiana. It's a reminder that anything can happen in college football, and we'll be keeping an eye out for more surprises as we provide updates on the day's biggest matchups.
Now, let's take a look at what we have in store for the late Saturday games:
Game 1: Ohio State vs. Wisconsin
Time: 7:30 p.m. | TV: NBC | Line: OSU -14.5 | Total: 45.5
Ohio State is coming off a dominant defensive performance and remains undefeated after a 20-12 win over Penn State. Marvin Harrison Jr. had a standout game, catching 11 passes for 162 yards and a touchdown. On the other hand, Wisconsin's season has been a bit inconsistent under coach Luke Fickell. They suffered an early loss to Washington State but still managed to start the year 4-1. However, they've faced setbacks with starting QB Tanner Mordecai's injury and a loss to Iowa at home. They did bounce back with a win against Illinois last week. The question is, can the Badgers limit Ohio State's offense and keep the game close in Camp Randall?
Game 2: Oregon State vs. Arizona
Time: 10:30 p.m. | TV: ESPN | Line: OSU -3.5 | Total: 56.5
Let's not overlook Oregon State in the Pac-12 title race. Despite losing their Pac-12 opener to Washington State, they have since won three consecutive games and improved to 6-1 (3-1 Pac-12). The Beavers have a strong running game and have received impressive performances from quarterback DJ Uiagalelei, a transfer from Clemson. However, they should not underestimate a resilient Arizona team. The Wildcats came close to upsetting both Washington and USC and then had a convincing win against Washington State. With a bye week to prepare, the Wildcats have the opportunity to pull off another upset as they host Oregon State in Tucson.
Week 9 is shaping up to be an exciting one with potential for more unexpected outcomes. Stay tuned for live updates as we continue to bring you the latest from the world of college football.
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