The final week of the 2024 college football regular season truly lived up to the hype. Week 14 witnessed some of the sport's most intense rivalries come to life on the field, setting the stage for a series of unexpected upsets and explosive moments.

Unforgettable Moments and Upsets in College Football's Final Week

Thanksgiving Upsets

After No. 17 Tulane suffered an upset at the hands of Memphis on Thanksgiving, the excitement only intensified on Friday. No. 7 Georgia found themselves in a nail-biting situation but managed to escape disaster with a thrilling 44-42 win over Georgia Tech in the game's eighth overtime. These unexpected turns of events showed just how unpredictable college football can be.

It was a weekend filled with drama and uncertainty, as teams that were once considered favorites found themselves on the losing end. Such upsets add an extra layer of excitement to the sport and keep fans on the edge of their seats.

Notable Losses for Top Teams

Among the notable upsets were No. 2 Ohio State's home loss to unranked Michigan and No. 6 Miami's narrow four-point defeat to Syracuse. These losses served as a reminder that no team is invincible in college football.

Even the top-ranked teams can have off days, and these losses open up the possibility for other teams to make a move in the rankings. It creates a sense of parity in the sport and keeps everyone guessing.

Top Teams in Command

Week 14 also saw several top teams assert their dominance. No. 1 Oregon dominated Washington to finish the regular season with an unblemished record, showcasing their exceptional talent and teamwork.

No. 3 Texas punched its ticket to the SEC Championship by defeating No. 20 Texas A&M, solidifying their position as a force to be reckoned with. Additionally, No. 4 Penn State, No. 9 SMU, and No. 10 Indiana all had particularly dominant showings.

The final week of regular-season action is expected to bring some significant changes in the Coaches and AP Top 25 polls. Here's an updated look at the polls ahead of conference championship weekend in college football.NCAAF HQ: Live NCAAF scores | Updated NCAAF standings | Full NCAAF scheduleCollege football rankings for Week 15Coaches pollRankTeamRecordPoints (No. 1 votes)1.Oregon12-01,325 (53)2.Texas11-11,2723.Penn State11-11,1924.Notre Dame11-11,1655.Georgia10-21,1046.Tennessee10-21,0257.SMU11-19778.Ohio State10-29769.Indiana11-189510.Boise State11-184011.Alabama9-373312.South Carolina9-370013.Arizona State10-266514.Miami (FL)10-264615.Ole Miss9-363816.Iowa State10-256517.Clemson9-345718.BYU10-241919.UNLV10-225520.Missouri9-322921.Illinois9-322522.Colorado9-321523.Army10-119624.Memphis10-218725.Syracuse9-3108Others receiving votes: Texas A&M 90; Duke 39; Tulane 37; Louisville 18; Kansas State 15; Louisiana 11; Michigan 2; Georgia Tech 2; Miami (OH) 1; Iowa 1;AP Top 25RankTeamRecordPoints (No. 1 votes)1.Oregon12-01,550 (62)2.Texas11-11,4843.Penn State11-11,3784.Notre Dame11-11,3735.Georgia10-21,3026.Tennessee10-21,2007.Ohio State10-21,1748.SMU11-11,1279.Indiana11-11,05910.Boise State11-11,03611.Alabama9-384012.Arizona State10-283213.South Carolina9-378914.Miami (FL)10-275615.Ole Miss9-371716.Iowa State10-264717.BYU10-254818.Clemson9-350219.UNLV10-234020.Colorado9-329521.Illinois9-327422.Missouri9-321423.Syracuse9-320624.Army10-118225.Memphis10-2121Others receiving votes: Texas A&M 93, Louisville 45, Duke 30, Kansas St. 10, Tulane 9, LSU 6, Louisiana-Lafayette 5, Florida 4, Michigan 1, Baylor 1.