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Week 7 Highlights: Oregon Shocks Ohio State in Thrilling Finish

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Week 7 Recap: Oregon Stuns Ohio State in Close Call

Hey there, sports fans! It’s a thrilling time of the year as college football heats up, and Week 7 of the season didn’t disappoint. Over in Columbus, Oregon pulled off a nail-biter, clinching a 32-31 victory against Ohio State. If you missed it, you missed a rollercoaster!

Lanning’s Play-calling or Howard’s Mistakes?

Let’s dive straight into the juicy bits. There’s been a lot of chatter about whether Dan Lanning, Oregon’s head coach, is finally getting the credit he deserves for his gutsy play-calling. Lanning made some bold moves that kept everyone on the edge of their seats. Was it his genius or did Ohio’s quarterback, Will Howard, trip over his own feet with costly mistakes that handed the win to Oregon?

While Oregon fans are undoubtedly ecstatic, it’s hard to ignore the glaring errors Howard made. It must be tough to wear that quarterback helmet when you’ve got the weight of losing on your shoulders. Still, give credit where it’s due, Oregon’s defense played sharp and kept the pressure on.

Big Takeaways from the Weekend

As the dust settles from the weekend’s games, a few key takeaways are making waves. First off, let’s talk about Penn State. The Nittany Lions are officially in the conversation for being a national title contender. They’ve been grinding it out on the field, and they’re turning heads. If they keep putting strong performances together, they could be a force to reckon with come playoff time.

On the flip side, we’ve got to address the elephant in the stadium: what happened to USC? The Trojans seem to be spiraling downwards, and their hopes for the playoffs are hanging by a thread. They’re looking less like a title contending team and more like the butt of a college football joke. It’s almost painful to watch, especially for long-time fans.

Can We Trust Tennessee?

Now let’s talk about Tennessee. They squeaked out a win against Florida, which raises the big question: can we really trust them to be a playoff team? Sure, they got the W, but it wasn’t pretty. A lot of fans are holding their breath, wondering if they can truly turn it around or if they’re living in a dream.

Shoutouts and Skepticism

As the weekend wraps up, our panel enthusiastically dubbed their “dawgs and puppies” of the week. Arizona State, Clemson, and Texas took home the golden tickets as teams that truly impressed. Meanwhile, there’s room for a bit of skepticism around Georgia and Alabama. They both got wins, but they didn’t exactly look stellar. Sometimes a victory isn’t enough if you’re looking for dominance.

Looking Ahead

As we gear up for Week 8, every game counts and panic is starting to settle in for the teams that could be on the brink of elimination. Oregon’s win was a massive step, but will they be able to keep the momentum alive? And how will the playoff picture shape up as we head deeper into the season? You won’t want to miss any of it!

That’s your quick hit of college football goodness! Stay tuned as we keep cheering on our favorite teams and keep our eyes peeled for all the dramatic twists and turns the rest of this season is sure to bring.

HERE Oxford
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