Yahoo Top 10: How high did Ole Miss rise after an emotional win over Lane Kiffin's LSU?
Mississippi rocketed into the Top 10 this week, along with Duke, Louisville and Mississippi State.
1. Texas Longhorns - This week, they beat UTSA 30-6, with Arch Manning putting up impressive numbers in the follow-up against UTSA, while their defense held strong with one score allowed and no touchdowns conceded.
2. Miami Hurricanes - After the win against Wake Forest, they face Central Michigan next week. Quarterback Darian Mensah has been a key player, breaking the ACC record for consecutive completions and leading the nation in completion percentage.
3. Ole Miss Rebels - In a thrilling game against LSU, Ole Miss QB Trinidad Chambliss had an excellent performance, throwing for 363 yards and scoring three touchdowns, including a game-winning touchdown run in front of his former coach Lane Kiffin.
4. Ohio State Buckeyes - After struggling against Texas, the Buckeyes bounced back with a huge 59-3 win against Kent State. Receiver Jeremiah Smith became Ohio State's all-time leading receiver, while the defense held Kentucky to just 134 total yards.
5. Alabama Crimson Tide - The Crimson Tide bounced back from a loss to Florida State by scoring five touchdowns in a row, taking a 12-point lead after trailing at halftime against Kentucky. They have a challenging stretch of games ahead, including road games against Mississippi State and Tennessee, as well as home games against Georgia and South Carolina.
6. Notre Dame Fighting Irish - Notre Dame put on a show against Michigan State, with impressive performances from their offense and defense. They have proven to be a complete team so far, winning against Wisconsin, Michigan State, and Rice, with a solid group under fifth-year coach Marcus Freeman.
7. Duke Blue Devils - Duke is currently 3-0, having beaten a Big Ten team on the road and a conference opponent at home. Their ground attack has been dominant, with RB Nate Sheppard leading the way in rushing yards and Manny Diaz's defense stifling the Cardinal's offense.
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