Arch Manning good, Oregon bad in college football Week 2 winners, losers
USA Today • • sports
Key Points:
- No. 3 Texas overcame a 20-point deficit to narrowly defeat No. 1 Ohio State 24-23, boosting the SEC's reputation as the top college football conference and impacting College Football Playoff considerations.
- The Big Ten struggled in Week 2 nonconference games, going 2-5 against Power Four opponents, with Michigan's 17-10 win over Oklahoma and Iowa's 16-13 victory over Iowa State as their only bright spots.
- Arch Manning led Texas on critical late-game scoring drives, positioning himself as an early Heisman Trophy favorite despite modest overall statistics.
- Notable winners included Boise State, Mississippi State, and Tennessee, each securing important victories that enhance their respective conference standings and playoff prospects.
- Significant losers were Oklahoma, Oregon, and Ohio State, with offensive struggles and defensive lapses raising doubts about their championship viability early in the season.
