Week 7 of the college football season provided fans with a thrilling weekend of close games, upsets, and standout performances. Teams like Alabama, USC, and Illinois had to battle through potential upset losses to secure victories, while Oregon made a statement with a big win over Ohio State. Kansas State and Texas also emerged victorious, solidifying their positions as top teams in the nation. Each week has seen its fair share of winners and losers, and Week 7 was no different.
Oregon emerged as a big winner of Week 7 with a thrilling victory over Ohio State. Quarterback Dillon Gabriel led the Ducks to a 32-31 win, gaining 496 total yards of offense. Vanderbilt also impressed with a win over Kentucky, while Penn State staged a comeback win over USC. Texas dominated in a rivalry matchup against Oklahoma, and first-year Washington coach Jedd Fisch scored a signature win against Michigan. Army and Navy both secured victories and made history by being ranked in the AP Top 25 poll for the first time since 1960.
On the flip side, Ole Miss suffered a disappointing loss to LSU, jeopardizing their playoff hopes. USC, under new coach Lincoln Riley, continued to struggle with three losses on the season, effectively eliminating them from playoff contention. Alabama, while victorious, raised concerns about their performance and lack of identity. The late-game decision making of Will Howard for Ohio State came under scrutiny, and Rutgers saw their promising start to the season derailed with back-to-back conference losses.
Despite the high stakes and intensity of Week 7, many teams stepped up and delivered impressive performances. The Fox News Digital Sports college football winners and losers list reflects the standout moments and pivotal games of the week. Whether it was a thrilling upset victory or a disappointing loss, Week 7 of college football showcased the competitiveness and excitement of the season. With the halfway point approaching, teams will need to continue to perform at a high level to secure their spots in the playoff race and make a push for conference championships.
