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Week 11 College Football: Big Games, Bigger Questions
USA, LubbockFri Nov 07 2025
Key Matchups to Watch
BYU vs. Texas Tech
- BYU:
- Led by freshman QB Bear Bachmeier.
- Strong defensive performance.
Big test against a tough Texas Tech defense.
- Texas Tech:
- Dominant season with 8 wins by an average of 34 points.
- Hostile crowd adds pressure for BYU.
Oregon vs. Iowa
- Oregon:
- Strong season but only faced 2 top-50 teams.
Lost to Indiana earlier in the season.
- Iowa:
- Underrated all season.
- Could pose a serious challenge to Oregon.
SEC Showdowns
- Texas A&M vs. Missouri:
Texas A&M favored but Missouri playing well despite injuries.
- Alabama vs. LSU:
- Alabama faces a historic rival they've struggled against in the past.
ACC Chaos
- Virginia vs. Wake Forest:
Virginia favored but Wake Forest has been inconsistent.
- SMU vs. Boston College:
- Boston College overachieving against expectations.
Group of 5 Spotlight
- Tulane vs. Memphis:
- Tulane struggling lately.
- Memphis solid but dealing with quarterback uncertainty.
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questions
If BYU and Texas Tech are trying to disrupt the college football power structure, does that make them the Avengers of the sport?
How do the current College Football Playoff rankings reflect the true strength of the teams, and what biases might be at play?
Could the sloppy weather in Iowa City be a deliberate attempt by the NCAA to create a more exciting game?
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