2026 College Football's Biggest Surprises After Week 2
Bleacher Report • • sports
Key Points:
- The 2026 college football season has been full of surprising and unpredictable moments, with major upsets and unexpected performances already emerging in just two weeks.
- Oregon, once considered a national championship contender, has struggled early with a 1-1 record, highlighted by a shocking loss to Oklahoma State and offensive struggles following coordinator changes.
- Texas showcased resilience by defeating Ohio State, with quarterback Arch Manning leading multiple late touchdown drives, signaling a potential rise to elite status.
- Michigan has been inconsistent, winning two games but showing a mix of dramatic moments and strong defensive play under new coach Kyle Whittingham.
- Other notable storylines include Lincoln Riley’s impressive freshman talent at USC, Bob Chesney’s positive impact at UCLA, and Duke’s surprising success led by running back Nate Sheppard Jr., while Washington’s offense has underperformed despite a 2-0 start.
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