Midway through the 2024 Season: Unbeaten Teams in the Spotlight
Welcome to the halfway point of the 2024 college football season, friends! It’s hard to believe we’re already past Week 7, isn’t it? With just seven weeks left in the regular season, we’ve got a wild ride ahead of us. But right now, the attention centers on the 11 teams still hanging onto their unbeaten records. Will any of them keep it going all the way to the end? Let’s dive in and see who’s standing strong!
11. Liberty (5-0)
Starting off the list is Liberty! The Flames made a splash last season by representing the Group of Five in the New Year’s Six bowls, but they’ve got a bit of a climb ahead if they want to make it to the playoffs again. So far, their best win was a decent 35-24 victory against East Carolina. Sure, they’ve got a great shot at going through the regular season undefeated because of a soft Conference USA slate, but after their Fiesta Bowl blowout by Oregon last season, it’s questionable if they’ll convince the playoff committee to back them over a team with, you know, an actual challenge.
10. Pitt (6-0)
Next up, we have Pitt sitting at 6-0. They’re the only undefeated team from the ACC, but this ranking might raise some eyebrows. They snagged a narrow win against Cal, 17-15, but to be honest, it was a bit of an eyesore. Only managing 277 total yards of offense isn’t great! They’re heading into a bye week, and fans are eagerly waiting to see how they perform against Syracuse and SMU afterward.
9. Army (6-0)
The Black Knights are next, also standing undefeated at six wins. While they haven’t faced the toughest competition yet, their closest game was a manageable 24-7 victory over Florida Atlantic. They blew out UAB in style, 44-10, making it clear they’re a strong contender. Looks like they might just be on track to stay undefeated until they face off against Notre Dame later in November.
8. Navy (5-0)
Navy is riding high with a solid 5-0 record and showed some impressive wins before taking a break in Week 7. Their quarterback, Blake Horvath, is on fire, throwing for seven TDs and rushing for ten more! That’s right—talk about Dual-threat! If they keep this momentum, don’t be surprised to see them on the radar during the playoff discussions!
7. Indiana (6-0)
Now let’s talk about Indiana. Surprised? You shouldn’t be! Their hot start isn’t a fluke—the Hoosiers snagged Curt Cignetti from James Madison, and he knows how to coach a winner. After bringing in Kurtis Rourke, formerly of Ohio, they are looking real sharp. This team can be a genuine contender, so keep your eyes peeled!
6. BYU (6-0)
Moving over to BYU, they’ve showcased their skills with a solid 41-19 win against Arizona. Strong defense has been a key, forcing four turnovers! However, can they really rely on quarterback Jake Retzlaff to carry the load by himself? The upcoming rivalry game against Utah on November 9 could be telling!
5. Iowa State (6-0)
The Iowa State Cyclones look like they’re the real deal after a convincing win against West Virginia! They’ve only allowed one team all season to score more than 20 points. With their dual-threat attack and solid player performances, this team is definitely eyeing the Big 12 title!
4. Miami (6-0)
Miami hit the brakes last week, enjoying a well-deserved break after an astonishing comeback win against Cal. They’re raving about Cam Ward, who’s emerging as a Heisman favorite. They better keep that intensity going into their next game against Louisville!
3. Penn State (6-0)
Next, we have Penn State, who’s been grabbing attention with star TE Tyler Warren putting on a show against USC. His insane 17 catches for 224 yards and a touchdown in that overtime win might just be enough to position him for greater recognition as the season rolls on!
2. Oregon (6-0)
The Ducks had an electrifying victory against Ohio State in a nail-biter, wrapping up a 32-31 win thanks to clutch performances. Their quarterback Dillon Gabriel is now one of the top Heisman candidates after that thrilling three-TD night!
1. Texas (6-0)
Finally, we’ve got Texas, who are still holding down the top spot. A commanding 34-3 victory over Oklahoma reminded everyone just how serious they are. Even with a rocky start for their quarterback, Quinn Ewers, Texas didn’t seem to break a sweat on their way to victory!
As we enter the second half of the season, it’ll be interesting to see which of these teams can maintain their perfect records. There’s plenty of excitement ahead, so buckle up for what’s to come!
