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Once again, Oregon demonstrated their dominance by defeating Illinois over the weekend, raising the question of whether the Ducks can go all the way. With a prior victory over Ohio State, Oregon has solidified its position as the current Big Ten favorite. Dillon Gabriel had an impressive performance, throwing for 291 yards and three touchdowns, with a single interception. The Ducks swiftly built a 35-3 lead by halftime, allowing them to comfortably manage the rest of the game.

Georgia enjoyed a bye week this weekend, following a strong win against Texas. This break gave the Bulldogs extra time to recover and gear up for their upcoming game against Florida. The victory over the Longhorns has kept Georgia in the running for the SEC title and positioned them as national title contenders.

Penn State managed to stay undefeated by securing a road win against Wisconsin. However, the victory came at a cost, as quarterback Drew Allar suffered an injury ahead of their crucial game against Ohio State. Backup quarterback Beau Pribula stepped up effectively, completing 11 of 13 passes for 98 yards and a touchdown. Running backs Kaytron Allen and Nick Singleton may need to carry more of the load on offense in the coming week.

Ohio State overcame a tough challenge from Nebraska, who were only able to reach the end zone twice. Credit goes to Ohio State's defense and the dependable performance of quarterback Will Howard, which secured the win. All eyes are now on their upcoming road test against Penn State.

The Miami Hurricanes have had several narrow escapes recently but showcased their strength by defeating Florida State 36-14. This decisive win positions Miami as the top college football program in Florida currently. Quarterback Cam Ward didn't throw a touchdown but contributed 208 passing yards, while Damien Martinez powered the ground game with 148 yards and two touchdowns, maintaining Miami's undefeated status.

Finally, Texas managed to eke out a win against Vanderbilt, improving their record to 7-1. Quarterback Quinn Ewers threw for 288 yards and three touchdowns, albeit with two interceptions. Despite the close call, Texas is expected to be favored in their next three games after a bye, setting up a potentially thrilling season finale against Texas A&M.