College football fans were treated to a thrilling Week 11, as top-ranked teams like No. 3 Georgia and No. 4 Miami (Fla.) were upset by lower-ranked opponents. No. 8 Indiana held off Michigan for a big win, while No. 5 Texas and No. 20 Colorado kept their winning streaks alive. The night ended with a dominating performance from No. 11 Alabama in their historic rivalry game against No. 15 LSU, while No. 9 BYU pulled off a miraculous last-second drive to defeat Utah. Earlier in the day, No. 2 Ohio State shut out Purdue in a Big Ten clash. Catch up on all the action and top moments from Saturday's biggest games here!
College Football Week 11: Top Teams Topple and Rivalry Heats Up
Week 11 of the college football season delivered a plethora of excitement, featuring upsets, thrilling victories, and a historic rivalry game.
Week 11 Highlights
Top FAQs and Answers
1. Who are the current top-ranked teams in college football? Answer: No. 1 Alabama, No. 2 Ohio State, No. 3 Tennessee
2. What are the biggest rivalries in college football? Answer: Alabama-LSU, Michigan-Ohio State, Army-Navy, Florida-Georgia, Auburn-Alabama
3. Which teams have the longest winning streaks in college football? Answer: Alabama (15 games), Ohio State (12 games), Georgia (10 games)
4. Who are the Heisman Trophy favorites this year? Answer: Bryce Young (Alabama), Hendon Hooker (Tennessee), C.J. Stroud (Ohio State)
5. When is the College Football Playoff? Answer: December 31, 2022, and January 9, 2023
England dominated in their final game of Lee Carsley's interim tenure, easily defeating Republic of Ireland 5-0 in the Nations League. Goals from Kane, Gordon, Gallagher, Bowen, and Harwood-Bellis propelled England to a win and earned them a promotion to the top tier of the Nations League. Ireland, on the other hand, now face a relegation play-off. Fans can get involved in the conversation on social media using #bbcfootball.
Jon Jones, the undefeated heavyweight champion, is making waves in the UFC world after his latest TKO victory over Stipe Miocic. However, Jones is causing controversy by refusing to fight interim heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall and is instead demanding to challenge light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira, stating his desire to face "dangerous established champions." The UFC president Dana White has expressed interest in making the fight happen, but Jones is prepared to retire if his demands are not met, adding to the drama surrounding the potential matchup. As fans and experts debate over what should be next for Jones, one thing is certain: he holds all the power in this negotiation.
In a rain-affected finale to their white-ball tour of the West Indies, England came out victorious in the T20I series, clinching a 3-1 win against the hosts. After three consecutive wins, the West Indies managed to earn a consolation victory in the fourth T20I, chasing down 219. However, the fifth and final match was ultimately washed out after only five overs, securing England's victory. This win marks a successful end to Marcus Trescothick's time as manager for the white-ball team, with Brendon McCullum set to take over in January as head coach for the Test team.
In a thrilling match in Milan, France emerged victorious over Italy, securing a top finish in their Nations League group. The game was filled with excitement and drama as both sides fought hard for the win. With this victory, France continues to show their dominance in the soccer world, solidifying their spot as one of the favorites heading into next year's Euro Cup.
After a successful 17-year career, New Zealand's star seamer Tim Southee has announced his retirement from Test cricket. The second highest wicket-taker in New Zealand's cricket history, Southee will play his final match against England at his home ground of Seddon Park in Hamilton. The 35-year-old made his Test debut against England in 2008 and has since taken 385 wickets in 104 Test matches.
In a thrilling game between the Kansas City Chiefs and Buffalo Bills, quarterback Patrick Mahomes made key plays including a first pass interception and a 40-yard pass to receiver Xavier Worthy. But the Bills put up a strong fight, with defensive players like Brandon Codrington and Ed Oliver making impressive plays. In the end, it was the Chiefs' quarterback that sealed the deal with a third-down sack on Mahomes by defensive end Ed Oliver and linebacker Von Miller.
The Phoenix Suns are looking for payback as they face off against the Minnesota Timberwolves, the team that ended their championship dreams in the previous playoffs. This will be the first meeting between the two teams since the Suns' heartbreaking defeat, highlighted by a memorable dunk from Timberwolves' rookie Anthony Edwards that sealed the series. The Suns will also be missing their star player Kevin Durant, who is still recovering from a calf injury. However, the Suns have a tough schedule ahead, including games against the Orlando Magic and New York Knicks, before their highly anticipated rematch against the Los Angeles Lakers.
In a stunning upset, debutant Yarden Shua scores a late winner for Israel against Belgium in the Nations League match. Despite the win, Israel could not avoid relegation from the top tier. The victory also puts Israel on level with Belgium in the final standings with four points in Group A2.
In a thrilling Nations League match at the iconic San Siro stadium, former Juventus player Adrien Rabiot scored two crucial goals for France to secure a 3-1 victory over Italy. With this win, France leaps to the top spot in Group A2, pushing Italy down to second place on goal difference. Both teams had already qualified for the quarterfinals before the match, making this showdown all the more exciting.
Neymar's potential move back to Santos, his childhood club, is in the works as sources have confirmed that an agreement has been reached. The Brazilian superstar, who has been seeking stability since leaving Europe, could soon be back on familiar ground and reuniting with the club that helped propel him to international fame. This move not only signifies a change of team, but also a chance for Neymar to rediscover his love for the game and rejuvenate Brazilian football. Negotiations to terminate his contract with Al Hilal are currently underway and if successful, Santos will have a major boost in their ranks.