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College football Week 3 features ranked teams in action this weekend

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 7:29 PM

Last updated Sep 18, 2026

College football Week 3 features ranked teams in action this weekend

Summary

Week 3 of college football features several key matchups starting Friday. Miami faces Wake Forest in their first ACC road test, while #13 Texas Tech hosts #22 Houston. On Saturday, #2 Georgia travels to Arkansas, with the Bulldogs heavily favored. Other notable games include #10 Alabama vs. Florida State and #7 LSU against #8 Ole Miss, marking Lane Kiffin's return to Ole Miss. The slate offers limited drama in some early games, but competing teams aim to make a mark. Discussion continues around these matchups as the weekend unfolds.

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Key Details

•Miami plays Wake Forest in ACC road debut on Friday.
•#2 Georgia visits Arkansas, favored by 24.5 points.
•#10 Alabama hosts Florida State, who is struggling.
•Lane Kiffin returns to Ole Miss with #7 LSU facing #8 Rebels.
•Discussion surrounding matchups continues over the weekend.

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7:29 PMYahoo Sports — Week 3 Open Thread

What they're saying

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Here is the place for discussion on all college football through the weekend that is not UW vs. Eastern Washington. But first, a rundown of some of the bigger games. Friday Night: Three ranked teams play on Friday night and two of the games look pretty compelling. Miami faces their first ACC road test against […]
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