Adam Hicks
Author
Northwestern is 5–2. That’s not a typo. It’s not a fever dream. It’s not a glitch in the standings. The Wildcats — who started this season under a cloud of low expectations and low preseason rankings — just shut out Purdue 19–0 and now sit one win away from bowl eligibility. Train rolls on, well, not the Boilermaker.
Quarterback Preston Stone threw two touchdown passes, including a 52-yard strike that felt like it came from a different universe than where this team started the year. Running backs Joseph Himon II and Caleb Komolafe kept the offense on schedule, while kicker Jack Olsen tacked on a couple of field goals to make sure Purdue never got close. But let’s be honest, the real story is that this team is 5–2. Not Michigan. Not Penn State. Northwestern. Let that cook for a second.
Final 19-0 Northwestern over Purdue
The UCLA Bruins pulled off a hard-fought comeback to edge the Maryland Terrapins 20‑17 in a thrilling finish. Trailing 17‑10 late in the fourth quarter, UCLA quarterback Nico Iamaleava led a clutch drive, connecting on a touchdown pass to Mikey Matthews with just over three minutes left to take the lead. Maryland responded quickly, driving 75 yards to tie the game with less than a minute remaining. But UCLA wasn’t done. Iamaleava calmly guided a quick, 68-yard march that set up a game-winning 23-yard field goal as time expired.
This dramatic win marks a turning point for UCLA, extending their winning streak and giving them momentum in the conference. For Maryland, the loss is a tough blow, continuing a pattern of late-game struggles that have cost them dearly this season
Hell YEAH! The Indiana Hoosiers aren’t just winning—they’re clapping cheeks every damn week. This 2025 squad is a wrecking crew, steamrolling opponents with no mercy and no apologies, crashing their way all the way up to No. 2 in the AP poll. Indiana is dominating. Quarterback Fernando Mendoza isn’t just dropping dimes; he’s torching defenses like they’re kindling, firing off touchdown after touchdown with Heisman cold-blooded precision. The defense? They’re a pack of wolves, hunting, mauling, and shutting down anything that dares cross their path.
Take the Michigan State game, Indiana didn’t just win, they demolished the Spartans. Mendoza threw four touchdowns, slicing through their defense like a hot knife through butter, while the Hoosier defense crushed every Spartan attempt to gain ground. It was a full-on beatdown, pure and simple.
Final 38-13 #3 Indiana over Michigan State
Alright, pour me another because here we go again. SC steps onto the field, eyes full of hope, hearts pounding, and what happens? Notre Dame just swats ‘em down like flies. It’s like watching the same bad movie on repeat with a bitter, soul-crushing hangover of defeat. You’d think by now SC would have figured out some kind of secret sauce to stop the Irish, but nope. Nope, they just keep getting dunked on, again and again and again. It’s like they show up sober, but the team’s spirit is three sheets to the wind, staggering, falling short, and handing Notre Dame a win like it’s some kind of twisted ritual.
Notre Dame defeated SC, dominating with over 400 yards of offense. Southern’s Jayden Maiava threw 328 yards and two touchdowns, while Ja’Kobi Lane added 111 receiving yards. Notre Dame’s Jeremiyah Love powered through with 228 rushing yards and a touchdown, and Jadarian Price contributed 87 yards plus two touchdowns, including a 100-yard kickoff return. The Irish controlled the game with three turnovers.
Final 34-24 #13 Notre Dame over #20 SC
So yeah, if you wanted a glimpse of 1940s Army-Navy football—with all the plodding runs and nonexistent passing—that’s exactly what you got. Penn State vs. Iowa wasn’t a game; it was a time capsule nobody asked for. Penn State vs. Iowa 2025 looked less like a modern college football game and more like you accidentally tuned into a 1940s Army-Navy rerun — you know, when passing was a rare spectacle and teams just ground it out because throwing the ball was apparently too futuristic.
Ethan Grunkemeyer threw 28 times for a grand total of 93 yards. That’s not a passing game; that’s a polite suggestion to throw the ball somewhere near the receiver and hope for a miracle. Iowa’s Mark Gronowski chipped in with 10 completions for 68 yards. Combine those numbers, and you get fewer passing yards than some Army-Navy games from the ’40s, where the ball mostly went sideways or backwards. The running game? Oh, it was alive and kicking, just like back in the day. Penn State’s Kaytron Allen rushed for 145 yards while Iowa bulldozed for 245 yards. Watching this felt like a clinic on how to avoid the forward pass entirely.
Final 25-24 Iowa over Penn State
The Minnesota Golden Gophers dominated Nebraska 24–6 in their 2025 showdown, extending their win streak over the Huskers to six games. Nebraska’s highly touted quarterback, Dylan Raiola, was sacked a staggering nine times, struggling to find any rhythm against Minnesota’s relentless defense. On the offensive side, Minnesota’s running back Darius Taylor rushed for 148 yards and a touchdown, while quarterback Drake Lindsey completed 16 of 20 passes for 153 yards and a score. Nebraska’s offense, however, was stifled, managing only 213 total yards and failing to find the end zone.
This isn’t the first time Nebraska has been ranked only to falter. In 2019, they were ranked No. 23 after a win over Colorado but quickly fell out after a loss to Illinois. Similarly, in 2024, they were ranked No. 23 after a win over Northern Illinois but lost to Illinois, dropping out of the polls again. Nebraska’s inability to maintain a Top 25 ranking reflects a pattern of inconsistency and underperformance.
Final 24-6 Minnesota over #25Nebraska
After last week’s tough loss, the No. 8 Oregon Ducks came out fired up and delivered an angry beatdown, crushing Rutgers. Clearly motivated, Oregon dominated every phase of the game, racking up 750 total yards while quarterback Dante Moore threw for 290 yards and four touchdowns. Running back Noah Whittington added 125 yards and three scores, showing the Ducks were not holding back.
On defense, Oregon smothered Rutgers, forcing turnovers and limiting them to just 202 yards. Coach Dan Lanning said the team played with the edge he expected—this wasn’t just a win, it was a statement. After a setback, Oregon responded with authority, making it clear they’re not backing down.
Final 56-10 #8 Oregon over Rutgers
No. 1 Ohio State crushed the Wisconsin Badgers, handing them another tough loss this season. The Badgers, already sporting several black eyes this year, struggled to find any footing against the Buckeyes’ relentless offense and stifling defense. Ohio State’s dominance was clear from start to finish, leaving Wisconsin scoreless and searching for answers.
This shutout adds to the Badgers’ growing list of bruises this season, as they continue to face challenges in matching up against elite competition. Meanwhile, Ohio State’s perfect form keeps them firmly on track for a potential championship run.
Final No. 1 Ohio State over Wisconsin
What was expected to be a thrilling battle between Michigan and Washington turned into a frustrating outing for the Huskies as Michigan took control, winning 24-7. Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood threw for 230 yards and two touchdowns, while running back Jordan Marshall added 123 rushing yards and a score, leading the Wolverines’ balanced attack.
Washington looked flat and outmatched throughout the game. Their lone touchdown came from running back Jonah Coleman, but beyond that, the offense was ineffective and stagnant. Quarterback Demond Williams Jr. failed to create any consistent momentum, and the Huskies couldn’t capitalize on key opportunities or sustain drives. The performance fell far short of the hype, exposing major flaws that Washington will need to address if it hopes to compete with top-tier teams.
Final 24-7 Michigan over Washington
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