Fox News Digital Sports’ college football winners and losers: Week 14
The final week of the 2024 regular college football season was filled with intense rivalry games that had fans on the edge of their seats. Dubbed “hate week” by many, the matchups did not disappoint, with some unexpected outcomes and heated moments taking center stage.
One of the standout winners of the weekend was South Carolina, who secured a thrilling victory over Clemson in the final minutes of their game. The Gamecocks’ momentum has been building, and they are now in contention for a potential playoff spot thanks to their impressive performance. Quarterback LaNorris Sellers has been a key player in their success, showcasing his talent and potential for the future.
Syracuse also caused chaos in the ACC with a surprising win over Miami, knocking the Hurricanes out of contention for the conference title game. Head coach Fran Brown and his team finished the regular season strong, putting themselves in a position to shake up the rankings and create more excitement in the coming weeks.
Penn State received some help from other teams to secure a spot in the Big 10 title game, and they capitalized on the opportunity with a dominant win over Maryland. The Nittany Lions are now in a strong position heading into the championship game, where they could be the favorites to come out on top.
Texas had a smooth transition to the SEC in their first year, with a convincing win over Texas A&M on the road. The Longhorns, led by standout quarterback Arch Manning, have shown promise and potential for the future as they navigate their new conference.
Notre Dame secured their spot in the playoffs with a hard-fought victory over USC, extending their winning streak to 10 games. Quarterback Riley Leonard played a crucial role in their success and will lead the team into the postseason with high hopes.
However, not all teams had a successful weekend. Ohio State suffered a devastating loss to Michigan, missing out on a chance to play for the Big Ten title and raising questions about head coach Ryan Day’s future with the team. The Buckeyes were favored to win by a wide margin, making their defeat even more shocking.
Texas A&M failed to deliver in the much-anticipated rivalry matchup against Texas, scoring just seven points in a disappointing performance. Auburn also struggled in their game against Alabama, falling short in a lopsided Iron Bowl showdown.
Kansas’ impressive winning streak came to an end with a loss to Baylor, dashing their hopes of qualifying for a bowl game. The Jayhawks will have to regroup and refocus for the next season.
Overall, the final week of the college football regular season provided plenty of excitement and drama, setting the stage for the upcoming playoff games and bowl matchups. Fans can expect more thrilling moments and unexpected outcomes as the season continues to unfold.
