Red Zone Rundown

The 2024 college football season's fourth week had some significant changes that affected the rankings and the season's possible trajectory. Colorado's thrilling 38-31 victory over Baylor in overtime was a memorable watch. The Buffaloes were led by Shedeur Sanders, who has emerged as a star this season, with a crucial 43-yard Hail Mary to send the game into overtime. Travis Hunter forced a key turnover to seal the game for Colorado's defense in OT. This game was Colorado’s first conference game since returning to the BIG-12. In other news, Texas, ranked No. 1, completely dominated Louisiana-Monroe with a 51-3 victory. Freshman quarterback Arch Manning delivered an impressive performance in his first collegiate start, throwing for multiple touchdowns and leading the Longhorns like a veteran. Texas is making a strong case for a playoff spot, and Manning’s debut has sparked excitement about his future, but QB, Quinn Ewers, is expected to start next week. No. 6 Tennessee we...

A number of highly anticipated college football games took center stage on September 14, 2024, influencing the College Football Playoff competition. Alabama, rated No. 4, shut down Wisconsin 42-10 in a convincing victory, their defense killing any momentum the Badgers could have gained. In a hard-fought SEC match up, Georgia defeated Kentucky 13–12 in a defensive struggle that demonstrated their championship tenacity. Missouri, rated No. 6, defeated Boston College 34–21, riding high on a strong second-half performance to maintain their perfect record. Alabama's win solidified their position as a national powerhouse even without their hall of fame coach, Nick Saban. Their quarterback, Jalen Milroe, led many scoring drives, while Wisconsin's offense was constantly pressured by the defense, which resulted in multiple turnovers. The Crimson Tide's well-rounded attack demonstrated their desire to still compete for a national championship. Georgia's tight victory over Kentuck...