College football Week 7 scores, Top 25 analysis and must-see moments – ESPN

No. 15 Auburn (-3) at South Carolina, noon, ESPN/ESPN app
Louisville at No. 4 Notre Dame (-16.5 ), 2:30, NBC
No. 11 Texas A&M (-5) at Mississippi State, 4, ESPN/ESPN app
No. 5 North Carolina (-13.5) at Florida State, 7:30, ESPN/ESPN app
No. 3 Georgia at No. 2 Alabama (-5 ), 8, CBS
Boston College at No. 23 Virginia Tech (-13 ), 8, ACC Network/ESPN app

No. 1 Clemson 73, Georgia Tech 7
That was the only thing that went incorrect for the Tigers in an absolutely dominant performance versus Georgia Tech. Lawrence ended up with the gaudiest numbers in a half he has ever published: 5 goal passes (the most he has actually tossed in a half in his profession) and 404 backyards passing (the very first 400-yard passing game of his career). Lawrence played one drive in the 2nd half before calling it a day for excellent reason.
No. 13 Miami 31, Pitt 19
Miami utilized a number of big-play touchdowns to beat Pitt, a week after losing handily to No. 1 Clemson. There is lots of great news there, since it showed the Hurricanes did not let their disappointing performance a week ago beat them again. It was an unequal offending efficiency outside those big-play touchdowns (three of the 4 went for 35-plus lawns). Part of that is due to the fact that they did not have their leading getting target in tight end Brevin Jordan. However the other part is the Hurricanes had problems establishing their running game, and DEriq King tossed two interceptions.– Andrea Adelson
Kentucky 34, No. 18 Tennessee 7
It felt like the Vols never had much of an opportunity after Jarrett Guarantano threw two interceptions for touchdowns early in the 2nd quarter against the Wildcats, and they didnt. After getting thrown around in the second half versus Georgia recently, Kentucky continued to overdo Tennessee in the very first half of Saturdays game. Things arent going to get any simpler, as Tennessee invites Alabama to Knoxville next week. At this moment, the bar for what you d wish to see as a Vols fan is improvement.– Harry Lyles Jr
. Coastal Carolina 30, No. 21 Louisiana 27
Louisiana didnt play an especially bad game; this was just one of those games in which whoever had the ball last was going to win, and Coastal had it last. No. 17 SMU 37, Tulane 34
SMU overcame 4 different deficits, and both teams missed out on long field objectives in the final minute of policy before Brandon Crossleys overtime interception set up the game-winning field objective. Four different receivers caught at least one 40-yard pass, and three finished with at least 100 backyards.
No. 14 BYU 43, Houston 26
BYUs win was 3 unique games in one: BYU bolted to a 14-3 early lead, Houston took control with a 23-0 run in the middle quarters, and BYU outscored the hosts 22-0 in the final 15 minutes. The BYU defense entirely shut down an explosive Houston offense over its last four belongings, and even without star receiver Gunner Romney for much of the video game, Zach Wilson went 25-for-35 for 400 backyards and 4 TDs. This BYU team is for real.– Bill Connelly
You got Moss d! TWICE!
South Carolinas Shi Smith goes way up to carry in the TD on a free play for the Gamecocks.

Welcome to Week 7 of the constantly unforeseeable 2020 college football season.
We understand there are huge video games taking place! We simply dont always understand who will be playing in them.
Speaking of, the most significant game of the young season is upon us as No. 3 Georgia sees No. 2 Alabama at 8 p.m
. In the meantime, well keep tabs on all of that for you right here together with the big plays, the turnover doo-dads and the mascots.
Leading 25 video games
All times Eastern; lines thanks to Caesars Sportsbook

5-foot-10 and go get it!
South Carolina takes the lead vs. No. 15 Auburn pic.twitter.com/rl7XQjbpvD— ESPN College Football (@ESPNCFB) October 17, 2020

Very first road appearance of the season. #Bearcats pic.twitter.com/DtvGDBuioo— Cincinnati Football (@GoBearcatsFB) October 14, 2020.

Shi Smith makes an absurd grab to advance South Carolina up the field.

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Last-minute change for a last-minute game … were using white to help out @UMassFootball, whose complete away uniform set hasnt come in! #HailSouthern pic.twitter.com/cBYseH9NvH— Georgia Southern Football (@GSAthletics_FB) October 15, 2020.

He is a Nebraska football player. And he has the finest mustache in America.
” I do not think it looks great. I simply think its amusing.” pic.twitter.com/u49rSfM4nU— Kevin Sjuts (@kevinsjuts) October 15, 2020.

The last countdown.
Were a week from the Big Tens return, so here are some cool Nebraska alternates commemorating the “Blackshirts” tradition of the Huskers defense.

Tom IIIs last video game was a win over rival Cincinnati in late 2019.
Respect the game.
Following a 4-0 start to the season, consisting of a big win over a ranked Louisiana group on Wednesday, the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers have ended up being a media beloved.
Numerous media members on Twitter have begun the hashtag #RankCoastal, and ESPNs Scott Van Pelt even gave the Chants a shoutout on SportsCenter.
The nationwide attention hasnt gone unnoticed at the program.

Notre Dame honors McClure.
Notre Dame left an empty seat in the press box to pay homage to Vaughn McClure, ESPN Atlanta Falcons reporter, who died this week at his home. McClure previously covered Notre Dame football for the Chicago Sun-Times.

And early in the fourth quarter, Smith included another incredible catch to his highlight reel.

The streak is a alive!! … Paul Layne with 525 straight SMU games #PonyUpDallas.
SMU at TulaneTotal presence: 1 pic.twitter.com/WiSXxxpvTn— Thaddeus D. Matula (@thadfilms) October 17, 2020.

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Regrettably, the Bearcats video game today at Tulsa has been delayed due to COVID-19 cases, so they will need to wait to break these out on the field.
Make yourself at home.
Georgia Southern will use its white roadway uniforms in the house for the very first time Saturday when it plays UMass, who is playing its very first game of the season, because the Minutemens away uniforms have not gotten here yet from Adidas.

New signboard on Central outside Liberty Bowl. pic.twitter.com/DSFh4v0uyL— Mark Giannotto (@mgiannotto) October 16, 2020.

A tribute to Vaughn McClure, a seat in Notre Dames press box today. pic.twitter.com/7jzeFxPNYr— Tim OMalley (@timomalleyND) October 17, 2020.

” RANK EM, #RankCoastal, #RankCoastalCarolina. – America”.
– @GoCCUSports pic.twitter.com/jnazSF6AWQ— Coastal Carolina Athletics (@GoCCUsports) October 15, 2020.

Kick it into gear.
Cincinnati made a little TikTok-esque video revealing its road unis.

Keeping the streak alive.
Tulane revealed previously this month that fans would not be permitted for Friday nights video game with SMU, but it did little to discourage Paul Layne.
The SMU super fan made it to his 525th straight Mustangs video game on Friday. He was the only fan in presence at Yulman Stadium.

The Legend of the Blackshirts ☠.
Available in shops 10/26.
Worn by the Huskers in 20???
Stay Tuned … #TeamAdidas x @AdidasFBallUS pic.twitter.com/nD6rutO4fd— Nebraska Football (@HuskerFBNation) October 13, 2020.

A tribute to Tom.
Last month, Tom III, the precious mascot of the Memphis Tigers, died, but his presence is felt at the Liberty Bowl when again thanks to a new signboard.

A rivalry never ever ends.
Oklahomas remarkable 53-45 victory in the fourth overtime versus Texas might have been a week earlier, but the Sooners are still not over it. Just ask Brian Bosworth, Barry Switzer and Roy Williams.

Lawrence finished with the gaudiest numbers in a half he has actually ever posted: five touchdown passes (the most he has thrown in a half in his career) and 404 lawns passing (the very first 400-yard passing video game of his career). After getting thrown around in the 2nd half against Georgia last week, Kentucky continued to stack on Tennessee in the very first half of Saturdays video game. Louisiana didnt play an especially bad game; this was just one of those games in which whoever had the ball last was going to win, and Coastal had it last. BYUs win was three distinct games in one: BYU bolted to a 14-3 early lead, Houston took control with a 23-0 run in the middle quarters, and BYU outscored the hosts 22-0 in the final 15 minutes. The BYU defense entirely shut down an explosive Houston offense over its last 4 ownerships, and even without star receiver Gunner Romney for much of the game, Zach Wilson went 25-for-35 for 400 backyards and 4 TDs.

Two OU Defensive Greats where in Norman today! @GotBoz44 @roywilliams31 pic.twitter.com/rOGIEVcdqC— Barry Switzer (@Barry_Switzer) October 16, 2020.

And while were on the subject, lets all appreciate the stache on Kurt Warners kid, Cornhuskers pass receiver Kade Warner.