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Some folks thought Lamar Jackson would have tough time making another run at the Heisman because it would be so difficult the Louisville QB to match or even top his incredible numbers from 2016. Through two games, Jackson is averaging 505 total yards and has accounted for eight TDs.

Pitt tried to play keepaway from No. 4 Penn State and limit opportunities for Saquon Barkley. The Panthers snapped PSU’s streak of games with at least 35 points at eight, but never really threatened.

And Barkley showed that he doesn’t need a lot of touches to do a lot of damage: 18 for 133 yards and two TDs. Offensive coordinator Joe Moorhead does a great job of getting Barkley fortuitous matches in the passing game.

Oregon did not score in the second half — and beat Nebraska 42-35. The Ducks’ defense is better but still not good. That offense, though, with Justin Herbert and Royce Freeman, will likely cause some problems.

Who had Iowa-Iowa St. as game of the day?

No. 8 Michigan needs better play out of QB Wilton Speight. The offensive issues certainly weren’t all quarterback-related against Cincinnati, but his limitations combined with inexperience on the line and at receiver means will be a frequent problem for Michigan.

FAU was the only FBS school from the state of Florida to play Saturday. The rest either canceled their games or, in the case of FIU, moved it outside the state and played Friday. The Owls lost to No. 9 Wisconsin, which was no surprise, but coach Lane Kiffin sounded as if his players would have rather not made this trip.

Arkansas fans want coach Bret Bielema to be on the hot seat, especially after No. 23 TCU handled the Razorbacks. The reality is, with a contract that runs through 2020 and an AD who supports him, Bielema is probably safe barring some kind of 2- or 3-win meltdown.

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