Keelon Russell excels for Alabama, while Texas A&M struggles at home
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 1:21 AM
Last updated Sep 20, 2026
In Week 3 of college football, Alabama quarterback Keelon Russell delivered a standout performance against Florida State, throwing for 320 yards and four touchdowns. The game saw Alabama recover from a 15-point deficit to secure the lead. Meanwhile, Texas A&M faced a significant setback, losing 28-7 to Kentucky, contributing to growing concerns about their playoff hopes. In other highlights, No. 23 Louisville defeated No. 16 SMU and NC State suffered a historic collapse against Vanderbilt.
- •Keelon Russell accounted for four touchdowns against Florida State.
- •Texas A&M trailed Kentucky 28-7 in their loss.
- •Louisville took control in the ACC with a win over SMU.
- •NC State experienced a disastrous final play against Vanderbilt.
- 1:21 AMCBS Sports — College football winners, losers: Alabama QB Keelon Russell has arrived, Texas A&M faceplants
"Keelon Russell breaks out for Alabama, NC State suffers an all-time late collapse against Vanderbilt and the state of Kentucky enjoys a historic Saturday
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