Week 6 of college football delivered unexpected results, particularly for ranked teams. Notably, No. 7 Penn State and No. 9 Texas suffered significant losses against unranked opponents, marking a historic moment as it was the first time since 1985 that multiple AP Top 10 teams lost to unranked teams in the same week.
Winners:
- Miami’s Malachi Tony shined with two touchdown receptions, solidifying his status as a standout true freshman.
- UCLA, a 24-point underdog, pulled off a shocking victory over Penn State, helped by impressive performances from quarterback Nico Iamaleava, who accounted for five touchdowns.
- Cincinnati scored a major upset against No. 14 Iowa, with a strong rushing game paving the way for a 38-30 victory.
- Texas Tech continued its successful season with a convincing 35-11 win over Houston, marking its best start since 2013.
- West Carolina’s QB Talon Dickens set an NCAA record with 46 consecutive completions in a narrow win over Wofford.
Losers:
- Penn State’s loss to UCLA raises questions about their season and potential playoff aspirations.
- Texas fell to Florida and struggled in various aspects of the game, jeopardizing their playoff hopes.
- North Carolina, under Coach Bill Belichick, faced another major defeat, losing 38-10 to Clemson.
- Coastal Carolina experienced a heavy loss against Old Dominion, leading to concerns about their coaching staff’s future.
In summary, Week 6 reflected dramatic turns in college football, with upsets reshaping the playoff landscape and raising concerns for several teams.
