BYU and Florida rise in college football as Oklahoma and Texas A&M struggle
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 23, 2026, 8:30 AM
Last updated Sep 23, 2026

In college football's Week 3, BYU and Florida emerged as notable risers. BYU moved to No. 9 in the US LBM Coaches Poll, with an upcoming match against rival Utah. Florida's offense impressed with a 44-point performance against Auburn, while aiming for another significant win against Ole Miss. Conversely, Texas A&M's offense faltered in a loss to Kentucky, jeopardizing their playoff aspirations. Oklahoma faced issues offensively, managing only 1.9 yards per carry in their narrow win over New Mexico. In spite of injuries hampering key positions, the Sooners are looking ahead to a challenging game against Georgia.
- •BYU ranked No. 9, facing Utah in November.
- •Florida scored 44 points against Auburn in Week 3.
- •Texas A&M struggled offensively in loss to Kentucky.
- •Oklahoma held to 1.9 yards per carry against New Mexico.
- •Both BYU and Florida aim for playoff contention.
- 8:30 AMYahoo Sports — College football risers, fallers: BYU, Florida surge as LSU, Oklahoma face trouble
"Texas A&M and Oklahoma's seasons are hanging in the balance in Week 4. Here are college football's risers and fallers after Week 3.
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