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Florida, Mississippi State, and Oklahoma State show surprising starts in college football

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Last updated Sep 29, 2026

Florida, Mississippi State, and Oklahoma State show surprising starts in college football

Summary

The 2026 college football season has produced surprise performances from several teams. Florida Gators, under new head coach Jon Sumrall, opened the season 4-0 after a dominant 52-28 victory over No. 4 Ole Miss, showcasing a formidable rushing attack. Mississippi State, previously struggling, is also 4-0 after a comeback win against No. 19 Missouri, led by Heisman candidate Kamario Taylor. Oklahoma State, who struggled in the past two years, rebounded to a 3-1 record, highlighted by a victory over No. 6 Oregon and an end to an 18-game Big 12 losing streak. All three teams aim to build on these unexpected successes as the season progresses.

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By the Numbers

•Florida scores 52 points against No. 4 Ole Miss in a key victory.
•Mississippi State achieves a 31-24 comeback win over No. 19 Missouri.
•Oklahoma State ends an 18-game Big 12 losing streak with a win over West Virginia.
•Florida is 4-0 and averaging 44 points per game under Jon Sumrall.
•Mississippi State hosts No. 7 Alabama next week.

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The college football season is always full of surprises, and a few weeks into the season, it’s safe to say that a few teams have already delivered. There have already been a handful of teams that have simply not lived up to the hype, but there have been a few teams that have already defied…
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