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Texas rallies from 20 down in fourth quarter to beat No. 1 Ohio State

Fourth-ranked Texas stole a victory from No. 1 Ohio State on Saturday night, and now the Longhorns might take the Buckeyes' spot in the poll, too.

By JIM VERTUNO / The Associated Press September 12, 2026

Texas football players celebrate their home win over Ohio State on Saturday night in Austin. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)

Bama runs away from Kentucky in second half of SEC opener

Alabama's first half at Kentucky left a lot to be desired. The Crimson Tide's final two quarters Saturday gave their fans a lot to like.

By KEITH TAYLOR / The Associated Press September 12, 2026

Alabama running back EJ Crowell scores a touchdown during the second half of the Crimson Tide's win against Kentucky in the the SEC opener for both teams Saturday at Lexington's Kroger Field. (AP Photo/Tony Wagner)

UGA’s Gunner Stockton has five TD passes in rout of Western Kentucky

Decked out in all-white uniforms for the first time, the Georgia Bulldogs shined in their final game before opening SEC competition next weekend at Kentucky.

By CHARLES ODUM / The Associated Press September 12, 2026

Georgia quarterback Gunner Stockton threw five touchdown passes, all in the first half, during the second-ranked Bulldogs' 70-7 home win against Western Kentucky on Saturday at Sanford Stadium in Athens. (AP Photo/Colin Hubbard)

Vols, Yellow Jackets on upward trends entering prime-time clash

Two of the Deep South's top college football program builders will match wits Saturday when Josh Heupel's Tennessee Volunteers visit Brent Key's Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets.

By David Paschall September 11, 2026

Georgia Tech Athletics photo / Rahkeem Smith's 100-yard kickoff return accounted for Georgia Tech's only touchdown during its 14-13 opening loss to Colorado inside Bobby Dodd Stadium.

No. 2 Georgia hosts Western Kentucky in final tuneup for SEC play

Georgia football coach Kirby Smart realized an explanation might be needed when he said his goal for the second-ranked Bulldogs this week is to "continue to get better."

By CHARLES ODUM / The Associated Press September 11, 2026

Georgia defensive backs Tyriq Green, left, and Jordan Smith (28) try to intercept a pass intended for Tennessee State receiver Andre Craig, bottom, during last Saturday's game at Sanford Stadium in Athens. (AP Photo/Colin Hubbard)

Vols seeking a more disciplined start at Georgia Tech

Tennessee scored 42 points in the first 34 minutes of last Saturday's 56-9 season-opening rout of Furman. Yet it wasn't the most pleasing start for the Volunteers.

By David Paschall September 10, 2026

Tennessee Athletics photo by Kate Luffman / Tennessee running back DeSean Bishop (18) and quarterback Faizon Brandon (11) will be seeking a more productive first quarter Saturday night at Georgia Tech following last weekend's early struggles against Furman.

Meeting of SEC leaders doesn’t include vote on LSU’s membership

SEC leaders met by video conference Thursday without holding a vote on LSU's membership.

By BRETT MARTEL / The Associated Press September 10, 2026

SEC commissioner Greg Sankey speaks in Dallas during the league's football media days event for the 2024 season. (AP Photo/Jeffrey McWhorter)

Pasquali’s Pix: Both UT programs in SEC to prevail Saturday night

A generation ago, it would have been the type of showdown that could leave the loser with a significant uphill climb in terms of playing for the national championship.

By David Paschall September 9, 2026

Texas Athletics photo / Texas and quarterback Arch Manning on Saturday night will be looking to atone for last season's 14-7 loss to Ohio State.

Vols QB Brandon giving offense another weapon in running game

Tennessee freshman quarterback Faizon Brandon is averaging five touchdowns a game.