Week 7 is here, and college football fans are buzzing. There are three Top 25 matchups on tap, Michigan heads to USC, and the Red River rivalry has everyone talking—mostly because a Heisman candidate might be sidelined.
Our season record sits at 33-22. We’re hoping these predictions help you figure out which teams will actually deliver and which players might steal the show. There’s a lot to look forward to, and maybe even a few surprises.
Top Matchups to Watch
This week’s schedule is loaded with games you probably don’t want to miss. Some of them could get wild, honestly.
SMU vs. Stanford
SMU is favored by nearly three touchdowns as they host Stanford. The Mustangs’ Kevin Jennings, 13th in the nation for passing yards per game, will try to outgun Stanford’s Ben Gulbranson, who’s sitting at 53rd.
If SMU’s going to cover that spread, Jennings probably needs to throw for close to 400 yards and at least three touchdowns. Not impossible, but no easy task.
USC vs. Michigan
USC’s Makai Lemon has been tearing it up in the Big Ten, leading the conference in receiving yards and tied for most catches. Michigan’s defense is tough, but they’re oddly ranked 11th in the Big Ten for passing yards allowed.
USC has been solid at home against non-West Coast Big Ten teams since joining the league. If Lemon stays hot, USC could edge out Michigan and cover that 2.5-point spread.
Red River Showdown: Texas vs. Oklahoma
This year’s Red River game is a bit of a mystery thanks to Oklahoma quarterback John Mateer’s injury. If he can’t play, Texas coach Steve Sarkisian might have something sneaky planned for Oklahoma’s front seven.
Don’t be shocked if Arch Manning ends up the hero, maybe even running in a game-winning touchdown in overtime. Texas still has Playoff dreams on the line.
Players to Watch
Several players could take over games this week. Here are a few worth keeping tabs on:
Braylon McReynolds (Louisiana-Monroe)
Coastal Carolina can’t stop the run lately, giving up 243 rushing yards per game over their last three. Louisiana-Monroe’s Braylon McReynolds might be ready to feast.
He could easily hit 200+ yards and find the endzone twice, giving ULM a real shot to take down Coastal Carolina.
Byrum Brown (USF)
USF quarterback Byrum Brown is set to rack up around 300 yards of total offense and two touchdowns against North Texas. The Mean Green have looked good, but USF might just be a different animal.
If Brown goes off, USF’s Playoff hopes get a serious boost—especially with a big road win.
Ty Simpson (Alabama)
Alabama’s Ty Simpson could outshine Missouri’s Beau Pribula, putting up 250+ total yards and a couple of scores. Missouri’s got some things going for them, but Alabama’s turnover margin and Simpson’s knack for finishing drives might be the difference.
This one feels like a three-point game, but you have to lean Crimson Tide.
Potential Upsets
College football always delivers a few curveballs. Here are some games that feel ripe for an upset:
Florida vs. Texas A&M
Texas A&M has been the SEC’s best so far, but Florida’s defense and the rise of freshman receiver Dallas Wilson could trip them up. If Florida can force a couple of turnovers, they might just pull off the upset and spark some chatter about Billy Napier’s future.
Indiana vs. Oregon
Oregon’s riding a 23-game regular-season win streak and hasn’t lost at home in 18 games. Indiana’s a big underdog here, but they could keep things interesting.
Still, a late touchdown from Dante Moore to freshman Dakorien Moore probably seals it for Oregon.
Expert Predictions and Analysis
- SMU vs. Stanford: SMU takes it, mostly thanks to Kevin Jennings’ arm.
- USC vs. Michigan: USC gets the win, Makai Lemon has a huge game.
- Texas vs. Oklahoma: Arch Manning leads Texas to an overtime victory.
- Louisiana-Monroe vs. Coastal Carolina: McReynolds powers ULM to a close win.
- USF vs. North Texas: Byrum Brown shines, USF wins on the road.
- Alabama vs. Missouri: Ty Simpson and Alabama squeak out a win.
- Florida vs. Texas A&M: Florida pulls the upset with some big defensive plays.
- Indiana vs. Oregon: Oregon survives, but Indiana keeps it closer than expected.
Conclusion
Week 7 in college football? Yeah, it’s shaping up to be something wild. You can almost feel the tension brewing—big games, random upsets, and players who just seem to pop off out of nowhere.
There’s no shortage of drama. Fans are in for a ride, honestly. If you want to dive deeper or just nerd out over stats and predictions, the full scoop is over at college football predictions for Week 7.
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