Ole Miss claims victory over LSU, NC State suffers late collapse at Vanderbilt
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 11:32 AM
Last updated Sep 20, 2026

In Week 3 of college football, Ole Miss secured a 32-24 victory over LSU at home, further solidifying their case as a top contender with two wins against ranked teams this season. Kentucky achieved a significant upset by defeating No. 9 Texas A&M 31-21 in College Station. Meanwhile, NC State faced a dramatic ending against Vanderbilt, losing 35-31 after a last-minute mishap that led to a safety. NC State held a 14-0 lead but failed to retain their advantage, raising concerns about head coach Dave Doeren's future. The Rebels now look ahead as the season progresses.
- •Ole Miss improves to 24-1 at home since 2023.
- •Kentucky's win marks a signature victory for first-time SEC head coach Will Stein.
- •NC State led 14-0 before collapsing against Vanderbilt.
- •Dave Doeren faces scrutiny after NC State's critical loss.
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"Ole Miss builds the nation's best resume against LSU, Will Stein earns an instant signature win at Texas A&M and NC State's meltdown heats up Dave Doeren's seat
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