College Football Week 6 Preview: Top Matchups and Players to Watch
The sixth week of college football is upon us, and it’s packed with exciting matchups that will shape the season. Our experts break down the top games, highlight the players to watch, and share quotes from coaches ahead of the action.
Florida State vs. Clemson: A Battle of Unbeatens
In the only ranked-versus-ranked matchup of the week, No. 9 Missouri travels to College Station to take on No. 25 Texas A&M. Both teams remain undefeated in SEC play, but one is about to suffer its first conference loss.
Florida State Starting QB Named Ahead of Clemson Clash
Brock Glenn has been named the starting quarterback for Florida State’s highly anticipated matchup against Clemson. Glenn, a true freshman, will face a formidable defensive front, but coach Mike Norvell believes he’s up for the challenge.
What Each Team Needs to Focus on to Win
Louisville must hold onto the football to topple SMU, while SMU needs to rely on its ground game to move the ball against Louisville’s stout defensive front.
Get to Know Your New Conference Rival: Miami QB Cam Ward
Miami quarterback Cam Ward has totaled 18 touchdowns through five games and looks to add more in Saturday’s matchup against Cal. Ward, coach Mario Cristobal, and leading rusher Damien Martinez have all previously competed against the Bears in Berkeley.
Five Freshmen to Watch
Zabien Brown, cornerback, Alabama; Dylan Raiola, quarterback, Nebraska; Bryant Wesco Jr., wide receiver, Clemson; Fluff Bothwell, running back, South Alabama; and Jeremiah Smith, wide receiver, Ohio State, are five freshmen making waves in college football.
Quotes of the Week
Coaches share their thoughts on the upcoming games, including Missouri’s Eli Drinkwitz on finding out one of his staffers is related to Texas A&M quarterback Marcel Reed, and Cal’s Justin Wilcox on hosting College GameDay.
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