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Ohio State running back TreVeyon Henderson, left, cuts upfield against Tulsa defensive back Travon Fuller during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 18, 2021, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)
Pair and a spare: Tailback depth a must-have in Big Ten play

By Dave Campbell Sep. 21, 2021 06:49 PM EDT

Florida running back Dameon Pierce, center, scores a touchdown past the Alabama defense including linebacker Henry To'oTo'o (10) during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 18, 2021, in Gainesville, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)
No. 11 Florida finds success despite dumping pass-happy ways

By Mark Long Sep. 21, 2021 02:41 PM EDT

Michigan State running back Kenneth Walker III runs past Northwestern defensive back Bryce Jackson on the way to a touchdown during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Evanston, Ill., Friday, Sept. 3, 2021. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)
STAT WATCH: Spartans' Kenneth Walker top rusher in nation

By Eric Olson Sep. 20, 2021 03:38 AM EDT

Georgia quarterback JT Daniels (18) throws a pass against South Carolina during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 18, 2021, in Athens, Ga. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)
AP Top 25 Reality Check: No. 1 rarely slips after ranked win

By Ralph D. Russo Sep. 20, 2021 03:35 AM EDT

Ohio State running back Master Teague (33) tries to run past Tulsa defensive back Kendarin Ray during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 18, 2021, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)
AP Top 25: Clemson, Ohio State slip; Penn State jumps to 6th

By Ralph D. Russo Sep. 19, 2021 02:04 PM EDT

Alabama wide receiver John Metchie III (8) hurdles past Florida defensive players cornerback Kaiir Elam (5), linebacker Ty'Ron Hopper and safety Trey Dean III during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 18, 2021, in Gainesville, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)
AP Top 25 Takeaways: Not-so-super superpowers show cracks

By Ralph D. Russo Sep. 18, 2021 10:02 PM EDT

Ohio State running back TreVeyon Henderson, left, cuts upfield against Tulsa defensive back Travon Fuller during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 18, 2021, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)
COLLEGE FOOTBALL TODAY: OSU's Henderson runs for 277 yards

By The Associated Press Sep. 18, 2021 09:47 PM EDT

Ohio State running back TreVeyon Henderson, left, celebrates his touchdown against Tulsa with teammate Dawand Jones during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 18, 2021, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)
No. 9 Buckeyes struggle with Tulsa, pull away for 41-20 win

By Mitch Stacy Sep. 18, 2021 07:50 PM EDT

Ohio State quarterback C.J. Stroud drops back to pass against Tulsa during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 18, 2021, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)
Tulsa at Ohio State 9/18/2021

Sep. 18, 2021 05:39 PM EDT

Florida quarterback Anthony Richardson (15) gets past South Florida linebacker Brian Norris (29) on an 80-yard touchdown run during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 11, 2021, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)
Week 3 Preview: Tide visits The Swamp; Rare SEC-B1G game

By Ralph D. Russo Sep. 17, 2021 03:09 AM EDT

Tulsa quarterback Davis Brin (7) is tackled by Oklahoma State defensive end Collin Oliver (30) in the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 11, 2021, in Stillwater, Okla. (AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki)
Reeling No. 9 Ohio St looks to rebound against Tulsa

By The Associated Press Sep. 16, 2021 01:01 PM EDT

Oregon quarterback Anthony Brown drops back to pass against Ohio State during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 11, 2021, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)
No. 4 Oregon gets tune-up game coming off big Ohio State win

By Anne M. Peterson Sep. 16, 2021 01:01 PM EDT

Ohio State running back Miyan Williams, left, tries to run past Oregon defensive lineman Bradyn Swinson during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 11, 2021, in Columbus, Ohio. Oregon beat Ohio State 35-28. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)
Disheveled No. 9 Buckeyes look to rebound against 0-2 Tulsa

By Mitch Stacy Sep. 16, 2021 12:43 PM EDT

Michigan State running back Jordon Simmons runs against Youngstown State during the third quarter of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 11, 2021, in East Lansing, Mich. Michigan State won 42-14. (AP Photo/Al Goldis)
College Football Picks: Big Ten gets 5 big tests in Week 3

By Ralph D. Russo Sep. 15, 2021 10:46 AM EDT

Oregon defensive back Verone McKinley, right, tackles Ohio State tight end Jeremy Ruckert during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 11, 2021, in Columbus, Ohio. Oregon beat Ohio State 35-28. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)
Buckeyes make corrections, look ahead after rare home loss

By Mitch Stacy Sep. 14, 2021 01:58 PM EDT

Southern California head coach Clay Helton walks on the sideline during an NCAA college football game against San Jose State Saturday, Sept. 4, 2021, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)
USC fires Clay Helton 2 games into 7th season in charge

By Greg Beacham Sep. 13, 2021 05:25 PM EDT

Michigan running back Blake Corum (2) celebrates a touchdown with teammates during the fourth quarter of an NCAA college football game against Washington in Ann Arbor, Mich., Saturday, Sept. 11, 2021. (AP Photo/Tony Ding)
Michigan's Harbaugh renames drill, inspired to beat Ohio St

By Larry Lage Sep. 13, 2021 05:24 PM EDT

Oregon head coach Mario Cristobal instructs his players during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Ohio State, Saturday, Sept. 11, 2021, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)
AP Top 25 Takeaways: Ducks make statement for Pac-12 at OSU

By Ralph D. Russo Sep. 11, 2021 11:04 PM EDT

Oregon running back CJ Verdell celebrates his touchdown against Ohio State during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 11, 2021, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)
College Football Today: Oregon's Verdell runs for 3 TDs

By The Associated Press Sep. 11, 2021 09:45 PM EDT

Oregon running back Travis Dye, center, is tackled by Ohio State linebackers Cody Simon, left, and Teradja Mitchell during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 11, 2021, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)
Verdell, No. 12 Oregon stun No. 3 Ohio State 35-28

By Mitch Stacy Sep. 11, 2021 05:03 PM EDT