Key Highlights from College Football Week 3
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Key Highlights from College Football Week 3

Summary

A roundup of notable events and outcomes from Week 3 of the college football season, including game results, player performances, and weather-related delays.

In Week 3 of the college football season, several notable games and events unfolded across the nation.

In a significant upset, Georgia Tech defeated No. 12 Clemson 24-21. The Yellow Jackets established an early 13-0 lead, and despite Clemson's efforts to tie the game late, Georgia Tech secured the victory with a 55-yard field goal by Aidan Birr as time expired. This win marks Georgia Tech's seventh victory against AP-ranked ACC opponents under coach Brent Key.

Delaware achieved its first win against an FBS opponent since moving up to the FBS level, defeating UConn 44-41 in an overtime thriller. Trailing 38-35 late in the fourth quarter, Delaware managed to tie the game with a 43-yard field goal. In overtime, quarterback Nick Minicucci scored the game-winning touchdown on a read option play. This victory improves Delaware's season record to 2-1.

The matchup between No. 18 South Florida and No. 5 Miami experienced a weather delay due to lightning in the vicinity of Hard Rock Stadium. The game was paused with 13:45 remaining in the second quarter, with Miami leading 14-3. Play was initially scheduled to resume at 6:05 p.m. ET but was extended to 6:33 p.m. due to continued lightning.

In other action, No. 19 Alabama secured a dominant 38-14 victory over Wisconsin. Quarterback Ty Simpson threw five touchdown passes, and wide receiver Ryan Williams had a breakout performance with five catches for 165 yards. Alabama's defense contributed with two interceptions and three sacks, showcasing a strong response following their season-opening loss.

Additionally, Oklahoma defensive lineman R Mason Thomas was ejected for a targeting penalty during the game against Temple. As a result, Thomas will be suspended for the first half of the upcoming Week 4 game against Auburn. The Sooners were leading 28-3 at the time of his ejection.

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