SALT LAKE CITY — An eventful weekend of college football is on the horizon. Fans should prepare for several exciting matchups, beginning on Friday.
Key Game Highlights for College Football Week 8
Friday night features the Utah Aggies hosting San Jose State. After a challenging game in Hawaii, the Aggies are determined to achieve a better result.
Rivalry Matchups
Saturday kicks off with a thrilling rivalry matchup in Fort Worth, Texas. Baylor faces off against TCU, both vying to strengthen their prospects for a Big 12 championship. Each has enjoyed a successful season, yet only one team can claim victory.
ACC Showdown
Simultaneously, No. 12 Georgia Tech will challenge Duke in an ACC showdown set for 10 a.m. MDT. Georgia Tech aims to maintain its undefeated streak against a Duke team that has recently struggled, losing two games.
Ole Miss vs. Georgia
In the afternoon, Ole Miss will travel to Athens, Georgia, to compete against the Bulldogs. Ole Miss, coming off a narrow escape against Washington State, aims to put an end to the Bulldogs’ winning streak.
BYU vs. Utah
Closing the weekend is the fierce rivalry between BYU and Utah. Both teams, boasting similar statistics, are ranked for the first time since 2009. This matchup is crucial, with significant implications for the Big 12 standings. Historically, the rivalry has been closely contested, as eight of the last eleven encounters have been decided by a single score.
- Friday: Utah Aggies vs. San Jose State
- Saturday:
- Baylor vs. TCU
- No. 12 Georgia Tech vs. Duke
- Ole Miss vs. Georgia
- Sunday: BYU vs. Utah
Make your predictions wisely, as the stakes are high for Week 8. Fans are encouraged to visit El-Balad for the College Pick’em feature to submit their picks before the games commence.
