The penultimate week of the 2024 regular season is here.
The weekend features three matchups between ranked teams, including two monster matchups pitting a traditional power program against a surprise opponent. All eyes will be on these David vs. Goliath and more.
Here’s what we’re watching on Saturday. (Scroll down for live updates.)
The Buffaloes are two wins away from clinching a spot in the Big 12 title game, but the first test will be a Kansas team that just ended BYU’s perfect season. Colorado has scored at least 34 points in each of those wins as Shedeur Sanders plays like one of the best quarterbacks in the country. Kansas (4-6) is not far from a winning record as the team has lost five games by one possession.
It’s time to start paying attention to Arizona State, which has clawed its way into the Big 12 title picture thanks to an offense led by RB Cam Skatteb and his more than 1,500 all-purpose yards and 13 touchdowns. BYU can still play for the conference title with two more wins despite last week’s loss to Kansas. The loser in this game is the one on the outside looking in.
How long can Army (9-0) keep up its magical season against Notre Dame at Yankee Stadium? The Black Knights’ three-option offense isn’t built for a quick comeback, but they’ve only given up 10 points per game this season, albeit against a manageable schedule. Notre Dame isn’t far behind, giving up 11.4 ppg. This game is likely a playoff eliminator, so the stakes are high.
The Tigers are 1-5 in the SEC this season and need to beat both Texas A&M and Alabama to get a win. A&M is tied with Texas atop the SEC and needs a win to make next week’s rivalry a semifinal for the SEC title. Can Auburn play spoiler?
It’s too little, too late for the Hoosiers, but maybe the consolation TD will do something for their image in the eyes of the selection committee.
OSU 31, Indiana 15
Ole Miss brings it back to Florida
The Rebels couldn’t capitalize on QB Jaxson Dart’s long run and had to punt it back to Florida.
There are just over 6 minutes left in the match.
Touchdown Florida!
The Gators regained the lead in Gainesville after a quick drive. DJ Lagway connected with Chimere Dike on a long pass to put them in position, and then Montrell Johnson Jr. finished the drive with a 9-yard run.
Florida 24, Ole Miss 17
OSU pins on FG
The Hoosiers’ defense held firm, but the Buckeyes still got points on a 45-yard field goal by Jayden Fielding.
OSU 31, Indiana 7
OSU on the march
The Buckeyes faced a fourth-and-1 at midfield when Will Howard found Emeka Egbuka for a long gain. Indiana desperately needs a stop to stay in the game.
Ole Miss brings it together
The Rebels tied it with a 42-yard field goal by Caden Davis. 45 seconds left in the third quarter at The Swamp.
Ole Miss 17, Florida 17
End of 3rd quarter: OSU 28, Indiana 7
The Hoosiers’ offense has been just neutral since the first quarter. When we start the fourth quarter, the Buckeyes will have the ball.
Ole Miss stuffed in fourth place!
The Rebels moved the ball all the way to Florida’s 11-yard line, but couldn’t convert a fourth-and-1. After a turn on the falls, it will be Florida Ball.
Ohio State Touchdown!
The Buckeyes are now imposing their will. They only took it 75 yards in 10 plays when Will Howard found Jelani Thurman in the back of the end zone for the score.
OSU 28, Indiana 7
Florida settles for a long FG
The Gators couldn’t do anything with the ball after a muffed punt, but Trey Smack made a 53-yard field goal to take the lead.
Florida 17, Ole Miss 14
Ole Miss muffs punt
The Rebels stifled DJ Lagway and Co. on the opening possession of the second half, but a muffed punt return gives the Gators the ball in Ole Miss territory.
Ohio State Touchdown!
On the ensuing punt, running back Caleb Downs weaves his way through Indiana’s coverage and takes it 79 yards for a touchdown. What a start to the half for Ohio State!
OSU 21, Indiana 7
We’re back in the second half and the Hoosiers have already put the ball on the ground again. Fortunately, they fall for it, but their drive goes nowhere and they have to discard it.
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Here’s where the first wave of games hits halftime.
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Halftime: Ohio State 14, Indiana 7
It was close and both teams made some critical mistakes as Columbus rained out. The Hoosiers will have the ball when we return from the break.
Ohio State Touchdown!
The Buckeyes take advantage of a short field and TreVeyon Henderson runs in from four yards out to give them the lead with less than 30 seconds left in the half.
OSU 14, Indiana 7
Indiana fumbles the punt
The Hoosiers were just trying to punt the ball with less than 2 minutes left in the first half, but James Evans fumbled and the Buckeyes would have it at the Indiana 10-yard line.
Capturing Indiana!
And now the Hoosiers return the favor with a turnover of their own, as Jailin Walker comes down with a tipped ball to get the ball back.
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