Big games and big closing moments were the rule this weekend as we had reached a point where expert opinions on the schools had solidified – and then the schools promptly went out and obliterated those experts. Between upsets and victories that were struggles, there were a number of instances where the firm assessments got tossed out with the after-party recyclables.
Three teams in the top 10 lost, and two others had wins secured only in the final minute. This means that realignment in the poll was expected, speculating which teams will need a conference victory to see the post-season begins and – yes – talk of Notre Dame making the playoffs is happening (of course.) But first, some curiosities.
There was high drama during the week when UNLV’s quarterback Matthew Sluka said he was stepping down and would redshirt the rest of the season because the school had only paid out $3,000…
