For the second week in a row, a non-ranked team took down the No. 1, a feat unseen in 36 years. Kick-off conditions across a chaotic week proved unforgiving for national frontrunners, with Notre Dame also slipping in a 28-24 thriller against BYU in Provo, Utah.
Auburn Kicker Alex McPherson Stunns No. 1 Georgia
Auburn kicker Alex McPherson delivered the decisive blow with a game-winning field goal on the final play to sink top-ranked Georgia 27-24. The upset unfolded after Georgia quarterback Gunner Stockton lost a fumble at midfield with seconds remaining, followed by a roughing-the-passer penalty that pushed the Tigers into immediate field goal range. Stockton endured a turbulent evening that began with a first-quarter injury exit. Although he returned to throw two interceptions and engineer a late tying drive with under three minutes remaining, the late turnover undid the Bulldogs’ efforts. Byrum Brown orchestrated the Auburn offense by rushing for 115 yards and a touchdown on 26 carries while adding 150 passing yards and another score. Chas Nimrod hauled in a touchdown reception during a 14-0 comeback, handing Georgia its second straight week of turmoil at the summit.
BYU Stifles Notre Dame in Provo Shootout
In Provo, BYU defended its home turf and kept its unblemished record intact by fending off Notre Dame 28-24. Fighting Irish quarterback CJ Carr orchestrated a frantic final drive—connecting with Jaden Greathouse and Micah Gilbert to reach the four-yard line—before his final pass to Greathouse fell incomplete as time expired. Bear Bachmeier fueled the Cougars with 224 passing yards, one touchdown, and one interception, alongside 45 rushing yards and two scores on 13 carries. Bachmeier even caught a 15-yard touchdown pass. Notre Dame played uphill from the opening minutes following an early targeting ejection of pass rusher Boubacar Traore, compounded by Carr missing several open targets and an unusual officiating ruling just before halftime that converted a spike into a fumble.
CJ CARR FUMBLES ON A SPIKE 😮BYU recovered 👀 pic.twitter.com/vMOczouW8s
Charlie Becker and KJ Duff Highlight 2027 NFL Draft Wide Receiver Risers
Amid the team chaos, several individual prospects bolstered their stock for the 2027 NFL Draft. Indiana wide receiver Charlie Becker caught nine passes for 165 yards against a formidable Ohio State defense, regularly moving the chains on third downs and stretching the field. Evaluators view Becker as a first-round talent who can now target the top 15. Duff finished by helping Rutgers erase a deficit to defeat Maryland 37-30.
Julian Sayin and Arch Manning Struggle Under Pressure
While some prospects elevated their profiles, others endured steep regressions during high-stakes matchups. Ohio State quarterback Julian Sayin completed 15 of 29 passes for 235 yards, two touchdowns, and two interceptions in a 19-15 victory over Indiana. Sayin struggled with pressure, held the ball too long, took multiple sacks, and committed two turnovers to Amare Ferrell. In Austin, Texas quarterback Arch Manning continued a difficult stretch in a 27-24 home loss to Florida. Manning lost a crucial fumble on a sack in the closing minutes after failing to unlock the Gators’ defense all afternoon, capping a night where Texas dropped its second contest.
BYU KNOCKS OFF NOTRE DAMETHEY’RE SOAKIN IN PROVO TONIGHT! pic.twitter.com/HWmazmTGJg
Peter Clarke Writes Program History for Temple
Temple tight end Peter Clarke delivered a historic performance against Charlotte, hauling in five receptions for 127 yards and a touchdown. Though Temple fell 37-31, Clarke showcased elite frame and tracking ability on deep routes, establishing himself as a Day 3 selection with legitimate NFL upside once he develops consistency as an in-line blocker.
