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College football enters Week 3 with record-breaking performances
The 2026 college football season is progressing into Week 3, marked by significant individual achievements and shifting conference dynamics. In the Big Ten, Ohio State wide receiver Jeremiah Smith became the program’s all-time leader in receiving yards following a victory over Kent State.
In the Heisman Trophy race, Miami quarterback Darian Mensah has emerged as the betting favorite. He is followed by Ohio State’s Jeremiah Smith and Miami’s Malachi Toney. Conversely, Texas A&M’s Marcel Reed saw his odds decline following an upset loss to Kentucky.
Conference play is also seeing early volatility. In the Pac-12, all eight teams are scheduled for Week 3 action. In the FCS, preseason favorites in the CAA, Patriot League, and Southern Conference are facing challenges, with teams like Stony Brook and Lehigh making notable moves in their respective standings.
Entities
Darian Mensah · Jeremiah Smith · Kamari Moulton · Keveun Mason · Miami Hurricanes · Ohio State Buckeyes · Oklahoma State · Pac-12 · Texas Longhorns
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What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Temple running back Keveun Mason averages 117 rushing yards per game.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Oklahoma State defeated Oregon with a score of 39-31. www.rockytoptalk.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Ohio State may play without starters Phillip Daniels and Zion Grady due to injuries. www.bettingpros.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Texas achieved a comeback victory over Ohio State. www.rockytoptalk.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Nevada sophomore Dominic Kelley averages 118 rushing yards per game.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Iowa running back Kamari Moulton averages 120 rushing yards per game.