**Anticipation Builds for Week 5's Top College Football Clashes**

Get ready for what promises to be a captivating weekend in college football as high-stakes matchups featuring top-ranked teams unfold all day Saturday. Headlining the drama is the face-off between No. 2 Georgia and No. 4 Alabama, the first top-five showdown of the season, slated for a 7:30 p.m. kickoff on ABC.

In the early afternoon at 3:30 p.m., the Notre Dame Fighting Irish, who are giving a 6-point edge as per the betting lines, face Louisville on Peacock. Louisville's quarterback, Tyler Shough, is having an impressive season, boasting a completion rate of over 68% with eight touchdowns and zero interceptions. On the other side, Notre Dame looks to utilize Riley Leonard’s aerial prowess to bolster their dominant running game, which has thrived even in the face of offensive line injuries.

As evening falls, attention also turns to Penn State, ranked No. 7, who are heavily favored by 18 points against Illinois. Illinois, which upset an unbeaten Nebraska in overtime last week, celebrates only its third 4-0 season start since 1951. Crucial to their success is former Ole Miss quarterback Luke Altmyer. However, Penn State's defense, allowing just 144 yards per game to opposing QBs, poses a formidable challenge.

The most anticipated game at 7:30 p.m. is undoubtedly Georgia vs. Alabama. Fans will watch closely as two Heisman hopefuls battle on the field. Alabama's Jalen Milroe leads the nation in touchdowns per game, while Georgia's Carson Beck, although not living up to the preseason Heisman hype, has the potential for a breakout performance.

The late-night fixture brings Boise State up against a rising Washington State team at 10 p.m. on FS1. With a 7.5-point advantage, Boise State will rely on running back Ashton Jeanty, who averages a nation-leading 10.5 yards per carry. Washington State’s undefeated season is bolstered by strong quarterback play from John Mateer, but their defensive struggles in stopping the run may cost them.

Throughout the day, other notable games include Oklahoma State vs. Kansas State and Kentucky vs. Ole Miss, both showcasing intense back-and-forth action. Kansas State’s DJ Giddens has racked up substantial yardage early, while Kentucky’s clock management strategy has kept their game against Ole Miss competitive.

This action-packed lineup of games promises to deliver plenty of excitement and potentially season-defining moments for the teams involved. As the day progresses, keep an eye on standout players and pivotal plays that could shift the landscape of college football rankings.