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Two programs once positioned for strong seasons now meet in an effort to halt identical six-game losing streaks. The Penn State Nittany Lions and Michigan State Spartans began the year 3-0 but have spiraled into the bottom tier of the Big Ten. Their matchup in University Park offers both teams a realistic chance to stabilize momentum and keep bowl eligibility hopes alive — at least mathematically. Penn State enters the week still dealing with the aftermath of coaching turnover and injuries. The dismissal of James Franklin and the loss of quarterback Drew Allar to a season-ending ankle injury have reshaped the offense. Still, the Nittany Lions pushed No. 2 Indiana to the limit last weekend, showcasing renewed energy behind interim

The Oklahoma State Cowboys return to Stillwater seeking their first FBS win since Week 0, entering with a 1-8 record and a roster stretched thin by attrition. The Cowboys have been one of the least productive power-conference teams this season, ranking near the bottom nationally in total offense, scoring offense, and passing defense. Their most recent outing — a 38-21 loss at Kansas — showed flashes of improved quarterback play but continued issues in explosive-play prevention and drive sustainability. Kansas State, meanwhile, arrives at 4-5 and clinging to bowl hopes. The Kansas State Wildcats have been hit hard by injuries, most notably losing All-Big 12 linebacker Austin Romaine for the season. Coach Chris Klieman acknowledged that roster limitations have forced

A high-stakes SEC–Big Ten crossover showdown hits Tuscaloosa as the Oklahoma Sooners visit the Alabama Crimson Tide with College Football Playoff implications on the line. Alabama seeks revenge after last season’s 24-3 defeat in Norman, while Oklahoma fights to keep its postseason hopes alive. Both programs enter Week 12 ranked inside the CFP top 12, carrying elite defenses, explosive quarterbacks, and playoff-shaping urgency. Alabama (8-1) has won eight straight since its opening loss to Florida State, leaning on one of the nation’s best turnover margins and the poise of first-year starting quarterback Ty Simpson. Oklahoma (7-2) arrives off a bye week and a momentum-boosting win over Tennessee, rediscovering its disruptive defensive identity. Market movement for this matchup has reflected national

A high-leverage Big Ten matchup takes center stage Friday night as the Minnesota Golden Gophers travel west to face the Oregon Ducks at Autzen Stadium. The Ducks sit at No. 8 in the latest College Football Playoff rankings and continue to chase a return to the Big Ten title game, while Minnesota looks to play spoiler and strengthen its postseason résumé. Oregon (8-1, 5-1 Big Ten) enters with renewed confidence after an 18-16 road win at Iowa — a gritty, weather-affected effort that reinforced the Ducks’ physical identity. Despite missing key skill players such as Dakorien Moore and Kenyon Sadiq, Oregon leaned on its deep backfield and defensive resilience. Their lone loss remains a 30-20 setback against CFP No. 2