UPDATE: Week 10 of college football has delivered shocking results, upending the playoff picture as three of the top-10 teams in the AP poll suffered defeats. This dramatic shift sets the stage for a tense College Football Playoff ranking release on Tuesday at 5 p.m. ET.
Arizona State and Arizona emerged as winners on the road, while Colorado faced another devastating loss, this time against Arizona, falling 52-17 and marking their second consecutive blowout defeat. Colorado now sits at 3-6 and faces an uphill battle to secure a bowl bid, needing to win out in their remaining games.
Coach Deion Sanders faced intense scrutiny as his team was outscored 105-24 over the last two weeks, raising questions about the future of his leadership amid ongoing issues within the program. Notably, Sanders barred players and coaches from post-game media interactions, stating,
“Don’t attack the coordinators. Come at me. Don’t attack the players. Come at me.”
In a stark contrast, Arizona celebrated a much-needed victory. After suffering two narrow losses, the Wildcats dominated the Buffaloes, improving to 5-3 and inching closer to bowl eligibility. Coach Brent Brennan expressed relief, stating, “We’re gonna enjoy the plane ride home.” A strong finish to the season could secure his position amid speculation surrounding his future.
Arizona State also made headlines with a resilient 24-19 victory over Iowa State, despite the absence of key players. Backup quarterback Jeff Sims rushed for an impressive 228 yards, showcasing the potential of coach Kenny Dillingham’s squad. This victory could attract attention from larger programs looking for coaching talent.
Meanwhile, the Bay Area teams struggled as both Stanford and California faced defeats at home. Stanford’s 35-20 loss to Pittsburgh leaves them on the brink of postseason elimination, needing to win all three remaining games. Similarly, Cal, once a contender, has dropped four of their last six games, putting coach Justin Wilcox’s position in jeopardy with high expectations for the season.
The implications of these games are significant, as the College Football Playoff committee prepares to make crucial decisions amid the chaos of Week 10. With only four undefeated teams remaining—Ohio State, Indiana, BYU, and Texas A&M—the stakes are higher than ever. Fans and analysts alike are left questioning how the committee will navigate this turbulent landscape when rankings are unveiled on Tuesday.
This weekend’s results underscore the unpredictable nature of college football, providing ample drama and setting the stage for what’s to come in the final weeks of the season. Stay tuned for further updates as teams battle for playoff positioning and coaches fight to secure their futures.
