The Ohio State football team gained a much-needed bye after starting the season with six convincing wins. With several guys banged up, a week off may be just what the doctor ordered as the Buckeyes head into the second half of the season rested and healthy.
Even without OSU on the field, there was plenty of great college football action on Saturday. Many games had indirect implications on the Buckeyes’ season.
Michigan looked dominant over No. 10 Penn State. And could it be that Tennessee is finally back after a long leave of absence in the SEC? The Vols slayed mighty Alabama in a game with little defense and a whole lot of scoring.
As he does each week, Kirk Herbstreit takes to Twitter to share who his top four teams are and the first two out. Did anyone do enough to jump Ohio State in Herbie’s rankings?
Let’s get to it.
No. 6 – Alabama Crimson Tide
Crimson Tide share a laugh during a game between Tennessee and Alabama in Neyland Stadium, on Saturday, Oct. 15, 2022.
What we say
Alabama went toe to toe with a really good Tennessee team, but let’s be honest, Alabama hasn’t looked like the Alabama of recent years. Don’t get me wrong … the Crimson Tide is still a really good football team, but definitely not a top-four team at this point. Of course, the Tide still can win the SEC and cause all kinds of chaos in the end.
No. 5 – Clemson Tigers
Oct. 15, 2022; Tallahassee, Florida; Clemson Tigers head coach Dabo Swinney reacts during the second half against the Florida State Seminoles at Doak S. Campbell Stadium. Melina Myers-USA TODAY Sports
What we say
Clemson keeps finding ways to win, but the Tigers just haven’t looked like a serious national championship contender midway through the season. We’d expect Dabo’s squad to look a little more dominating in a weak ACC.
No. 4 – Michigan Wolverines
Oct. 15, 2022; Ann Arbor; Michigan Wolverines cheerleader…
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