Oregon gets an 'A' mark while Texas earns 'C-' on Week 8 report card
Key Points:
- Oregon coach Dan Lanning faces scrutiny after the Ducks' 17-15 loss to UCLA, marked by seven turnovers and questionable decisions, including going for a two-point conversion early in the game.
- Oregon's 3-2 start includes two losses against teams led by first-year coaches, highlighting the team's struggles without offensive coordinator Will Stein, now at Kentucky.
- Texas suffered a 27-24 loss to Oklahoma, with quarterback Arch Manning's late-game mistakes contributing to the defeat, resulting in a grade of D for Texas.
- Georgia earned a significant 20-17 road win over Alabama, showing championship traits despite some favorable officiating, earning a B+ grade.
- Notre Dame dominated Stanford 58-7 with a strong running game and defense, earning an A grade, while Ohio State narrowly defeated Maryland 45-16 but struggled with turnovers and penalties, receiving a C+ grade.