Notre Dame's Will Fuller   With the Fighting Irish moments away from a stunning defeat to Virgini...

<h3>Notre Dame's Will Fuller </h3><figure><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/129711/cropped_GettyImages-487932878.jpg?ts=1442102707"><figcaption></figcaption></figure><p>With the Fighting Irish moments away from a stunning defeat to <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/teams/686" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/teams/686">Virginia</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/77753" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/players/77753">Will Fuller</a> salvaged the game for No. 9 <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/teams/501" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/teams/501">Notre Dame</a>. Backup quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/89687" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/players/89687">DeShone Kizer</a> found Fuller for a game-winning 39-yard touchdown pass that kept the Irish's playoff hopes alive. It was an emphatic highlight to a stellar game for Fuller, who overall made five catches for 124 yards and two touchdowns.</p><h3>Bowling Green's Matt Johnson</h3><figure><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/129785/cropped_GettyImages-487305560.jpg?ts=1442150958"><figcaption></figcaption></figure><p>One of the week's most dominating performances belongs to an unheralded signal-caller for a darkhorse program. <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/53361" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/players/53361">Matt Johnson</a>, though, certainly deserves the accolade, throwing for an outrageous 491 yards and six touchdowns against <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/teams/388" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/teams/388">Maryland</a>. The icing on the cake? His stellar play led <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/teams/103" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/teams/103">Bowling Green</a> to a huge 48-27 defeat of the Terrapins.</p><h3>Michigan State's LJ Scott</h3><figure><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/129786/cropped_GettyImages-487999752.jpg?ts=1442151124"><figcaption></figcaption></figure><p><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/99709" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/players/99709">LJ Scott</a>'s offensive numbers may appear relatively muted, but remember his Spartans squad was facing No. 7 <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/teams/514" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/teams/514">Oregon</a> on Saturday - hardly a cupcake game. Scott led <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/teams/408" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/teams/408">Michigan State</a> offensively, running for 76 yards and two touchdowns. Most importantly, he ran in a back-breaking 38-yard touchdown in the fourth quarter that cemented the Spartans victory.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><div> </div><div><h3>Florida State's Dalvin Cook </h3></div><figure><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/129756/cropped_GettyImages-487962452.jpg?ts=1442117801"><figcaption></figcaption></figure><p>After a turbulent offseason where his future with the Seminoles was in serious jeopardy, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/teams/237" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/teams/237">Florida State</a>'s <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/83748" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/players/83748">Dalvin Cook</a> is back to his old ways on the gridiron. The talented rusher tore up the field against <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/teams/577" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/teams/577">South Florida</a> on Saturday, running for 266 yards and three touchdowns on 30 carries. It was good enough for the second-best rushing game in the esteemed school's history and first 200-yard outing by a Florida State running back since 1988. Cook completed the great game with a 34-yard touchdown run that showcased his whirlwind speed.</p><h3>Ole Miss' Chad Kelly </h3><figure><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/129787/cropped_GettyImages-486991016.jpg?ts=1442151268"><figcaption></figcaption></figure><p><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/teams/425" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/teams/425">Ole Miss</a> quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/61613" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/players/61613">Chad Kelly</a> completely dissected <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/teams/245" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/teams/245">Fresno State</a>'s beleaguered defense, leading the Rebels to a blowout 73-21 home victory. Kelly went 20-for-25 for 346 yards and four touchdowns. His 50-yard touchdown toss to <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/77262" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/players/77262">Quincy Adeboyejo</a> in the dying stages of the first quarter iced an already out-of-hand contest.</p>

Ford Tough Performers of the Week: Fuller, Cook dominate the score sheet

No. 5 Michigan State relied on a balanced attack to beat back visiting No. 7 Oregon 31-28 in the ...

<p>No. 5 <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/teams/408" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/teams/408">Michigan State</a> relied on a balanced attack to beat back visiting No. 7 <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/teams/514" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/teams/514">Oregon</a> 31-28 in the 2015 season's first meeting of top-10 teams. The Spartans took the lead before the conclusion of the first half and withheld a spirited Ducks squad to avenge last season's loss in Eugene. While neither quarterback had a highlight-reel performance, the Spartans enjoyed a stronger running game, with <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/89001" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/players/89001">Madre London</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/99709" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/players/99709">LJ Scott</a> accruing a combined 180 rushing yards.</p><p><em>Here's what you need to know:</em></p><ul>
<li>Michigan State offensive lineman <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/66858" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/players/66858">Kodi Kieler</a> left Saturday's game after dropping to the field in the first quarter. He exited the field shortly after with assistance, putting no weight on his right knee. Kieler did not return.</li>
<li>Spartans quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/54545" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/players/54545">Connor Cook</a> had a strong but unmemorable outing, going 20-for-32 for 192 yards, two touchdowns, and one interception.</li>
<li>Michigan State running back Madre London ran for 104 yards, while teammate LJ Scott ran for 76 yards and two touchdowns. On the other side, Oregon's rushing leader, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/87537" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/players/87537">Royce Freeman</a>, accrued 92 yards and one touchdown.</li>
<li>Ducks signal-caller <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/51061" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/players/51061">Vernon Adams</a> entered the contest <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/828931" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/828931">nursing an injured finger</a>. The ailment came into focus in the third when he took a hit and then focused attention on the digit while on the sidelines.</li>
<li>As for Adams, he had a somewhat mediocre night, going 22-for-39 for an impressive 309 yards, but only one touchdown and two interceptions.</li>
<li>Oregon did make history on the night, setting a NCAA record for consecutive games with a touchdown pass at 70.</li>
</ul><h2><strong>Play of the Game</strong></h2><p>It might not have been the flashiest play, but Scott's 38-yard touchdown run in the early stages of the fourth quarter iced the Spartans victory.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><figure><a class="embedly-card" href="https://vine.co/v/eFg7BQvWZF2">JK Scott rumbles 38 yards to the house, the Spartans lead is back to 10!</a>
<script async="" src="https://cdn.embedly.com/widgets/platform.js" charset="UTF-8"></script></figure><p>Next up for Michigan State is <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/teams/38" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/teams/38">Air Force</a> on Sept. 19, the same day Oregon hosts <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/teams/766" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/teams/766">Georgia State</a>.</p>

Michigan State avenges 2014 defeat, beats Oregon

Oregon wasted little time in the second half to once again even the score against Michigan State....

<p><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/teams/514" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/teams/514">Oregon</a> wasted little time in the second half to once again even the score against <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/teams/408" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/teams/408">Michigan State</a>.</p><p>Ducks receiver <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/63622" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/players/63622">Bralon Addison</a> fielded a Spartans punt in the opening minutes of the second half and took it back 81 yards for a stunning, crowd-quieting touchdown.</p><p>It evened the score at 14.</p><figure><a class="embedly-card" href="https://vine.co/v/eF6TbWMvK27">81 yard punt return for Oregon, it's a tie game in East Lansing</a>
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VIDEO: Oregon's Bralon Addison returns punt 81 yards for touchdown

Add ambidextrous to Oregon quarterback Vernon Adams' impressive skill set.   Facing a seemingly i...

<p>Add ambidextrous to <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/teams/514" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/teams/514">Oregon</a> quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/51061" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/players/51061">Vernon Adams</a>' impressive skill set. </p><p>Facing a seemingly impossible scenario, with <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/teams/408" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/teams/408">Michigan State</a> defenders looming in, Adams threw with his left arm to garner a first down. The scrambling pass to <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/63622" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/players/63622">Bralon Addison</a> netted the Ducks' 25 yards.</p><figure><a class="embedly-card" href="https://vine.co/v/eF6JplX2g2Q">Vernon Ambidextrous. Adams goes lefty for the completion. #GoDucks #UOvsMSU</a>
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VIDEO: Oregon's Adams switches throwing arm to make 1st-down pass

Michigan State wasted no time evening the score after going down early against Oregon in the high...

<p><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/teams/408" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/teams/408">Michigan State</a> wasted no time evening the score after going down early against <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/teams/514" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/teams/514">Oregon</a> in the high-profile matchup between top-10 teams Saturday night.</p><p>Spartans running back <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/89001" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/players/89001">Madre London</a> broke free for a 62-yard run on the team's first play from scrimmage.</p><figure><a class="embedly-card" href="http://streamable.com/gwpl">Streamable - simple video sharing</a>
<script async="" src="https://cdn.embedly.com/widgets/platform.js" charset="UTF-8"></script></figure><p>The Spartans tied the game at seven two plays later when <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/54545" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/players/54545">Connor Cook</a> hit <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/66868" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/players/66868">Josiah Price</a> on a 12-yard touchdown.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Oregon also scored on its first offensive drive, with Royce Freeman capping the 13-play drive with a 1-yard scoring run.</p>

VIDEO: Michigan State's Madre London explodes for 62-yard run vs. Oregon

Michigan State offensive lineman Kodi Kieler left Saturday's game against Oregon after dropping t...

<p><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/teams/408" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/teams/408">Michigan State</a> offensive lineman <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/66858" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/players/66858">Kodi Kieler</a> left Saturday's game against <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/teams/514" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/teams/514">Oregon</a> after dropping to the field in the first quarter.</p><p>The junior remained on the ground at the conclusion of a play before he was attended to by Spartans' trainers. He left the field shortly after with assistance, putting no weight on his right left.</p><p>He will not return to the game due to a right knee injury.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Kieler was later seen leaving the sidelines using crutches and with his knee wrapped, reports M<a href="https://twitter.com/MikeWilson247/status/642862686628392960">ike Wilson of 247Sports</a>.</p>

Michigan State's Kodi Kieler out for game with right knee injury

Arkansas State took the lead over No. 21 Missouri in the first quarter thanks to a stellar catch ...

<p><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/teams/60" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/teams/60">Arkansas State</a> took the lead over No. 21 <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/teams/429" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/teams/429">Missouri</a> in the first quarter thanks to a stellar catch by receiver <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/43458" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/players/43458">Tre Houston</a>.</p><p>With the ball on Mizzou's seven-yard line, Houston fully extended him to grab the catch from Red Wolves quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/70209" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/players/70209">Fred Knighten</a>.</p><figure><a class="embedly-card" href="http://espn.go.com/video/clip?id=espn:13640903">Tres Houston 7 Yd pass from Fredi Knighten (Drew White Kick) - ESPN Video</a>
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Arkansas State takes lead over Missouri with incredible 1-handed catch

It was a slow start but Alabama roared into life in the second quarter to blow past Middle Tennes...

<p>It was a slow start but <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/teams/40" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/teams/40">Alabama</a> roared into life in the second quarter to blow past <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/teams/410" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/teams/410">Middle Tennessee</a> 37-10 in the Crimson Tide's first game this season in Tuscaloosa. Alabama (2-0) quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/54209" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/players/54209">Jake Coker</a> put forward an underwhelming effort that will do little to alleviate concerns, throwing for 214 yards, one touchdown, and one interception. Thankfully, he was bailed out by the Crimson Tide's powerful running duo of <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/72385" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/players/72385">Derrick Henry</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/66001" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/players/66001">Kenyan Drake</a>, who ran all over Middle Tennessee (1-1).</p><p><em>Here's what you need to know:</em></p><ul>
<li>The relatively easy game for the Crimson Tide belonged to Henry and Drake, with the opposing Blue Raiders offering no answers to the powerful duo. Henry ran for 96 yards on 18 carries, collecting three touchdowns. Drake cobbled only 40 yards as a rusher, but also made five catches for 91 yards and one touchdown.</li>
<li>Replacing Coker for Alabama, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/72376" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/players/72376">Cooper Bateman</a> failed to outperform the man ahead of him on the depth chart. He went 11-for-17 for 98 yards, one touchdown, and one interception.</li>
<li>Another concern for the Crimson Tide moving forward will be the kicking game. Kicker <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/66004" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/players/66004">Adam Griffith</a> went 0-for-2 on field goal tries, though he was perfect on extra point converts.</li>
<li>Middle Tennessee did enjoy a bright spot when <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/93335" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/players/93335">Jeremy Cutler</a> made a goal-line interception in the fourth quarter that he returned 77 yards in other way. The Blue Raiders capitalized on the ensuing drive for their sole touchdown of the game.</li>
</ul><h2><strong>Play of the Game</strong></h2><p>While teammate Henry may have scored the early touchdowns, Drake had the play of the game in the second quarter when he got the ball behind the line of scrimmage and ran 69 yards to the Blue Raiders' one-yard line.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><figure><a class="embedly-card" href="http://espn.go.com/video/clip?id=13639165">J. Coker pass,to K. Drake for 69 yds for a 1ST down - ESPN Video</a>
<script async="" src="https://cdn.embedly.com/widgets/platform.js" charset="UTF-8"></script></figure><p>Alabama stays home next week to take on fellow SEC program <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/teams/425" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/teams/425">Ole Miss</a>, while Middle Tennessee hosts <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/teams/789" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/teams/789">Charlotte</a>. </p>

Alabama overcomes slow 1st quarter to blow out Middle Tennessee

Alabama is finally creating considerable separation in its game against Middle Tennessee, thanks ...

<p><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/teams/40" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/teams/40">Alabama</a> is finally creating considerable separation in its game against <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/teams/410" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/teams/410">Middle Tennessee</a>, thanks in part to running back <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/66001" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/players/66001">Kenyan Drake</a>.</p><p>While teammate <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/72385" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/players/72385">Derrick Henry</a> may have run in two touchdowns, Drake had the play of the second quarter when he fielded the ball behind the line of scrimmage and ran 69 yards to the Blue Raiders' one-yard line.</p><figure><a class="embedly-card" href="http://espn.go.com/video/clip?id=13639165">J. Coker pass,to K. Drake for 69 yds for a 1ST down - ESPN Video</a>
<script async="" src="https://cdn.embedly.com/widgets/platform.js" charset="UTF-8"></script></figure><p>Henry would run in the ball for a touchdown on the ensuing play. </p>

VIDEO: Alabama marches downfield on Kenyan Drake's 69-yard run

After sputtering out on its first series, Alabama proved deadly when it was gifted the ball in it...

<p>After sputtering out on its first series, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/teams/40" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/teams/40">Alabama</a> proved deadly when it was gifted the ball in its second offensive drive against <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/teams/410" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/teams/410">Middle Tennessee</a> on Saturday.</p><p>In a quick action strike, the Crimson Tide went 32 yards in four plays over 1:44 results in a score, with <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/78276" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/players/78276">Robert Foster</a> receiving a catch and running in the touchdown to put Alabama up 7-0.</p><p>Alabama owed its opportune field position to recovering a fumble on Middle Tennessee's first drive. </p><figure><a class="embedly-card" href="http://espn.go.com/video/clip?id=espn:13638541">J. Coker pass,to R. Foster for 19 yds for a TD - ESPN Video</a>
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Alabama recovers fumbles, scores touchdown against Middle Tennessee 

Utah quarterback Travis Wilson sat out the last minutes of the first half of his team's game agai...

<p><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/teams/677" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/teams/677">Utah</a> quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/61076" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/players/61076">Travis Wilson</a> sat out the last minutes of the first half of his team's game against <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/teams/678" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/teams/678">Utah State</a> after leaving the field with what appeared to be a shoulder injury</p><p>He did not return for the start of the second half and was latter seen on the sidelines with his arm in a sling.</p><p>Wilson hobbled off after taking a hit while running for an impressive 38-yard gain in a fast-moving offensive drive in the second quarter.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><figure><a class="embedly-card" href="http://espn.go.com/video/clip?id=13634391">T. Wilson run for 38 yds for a 1ST down - ESPN Video</a>
<script async="" src="https://cdn.embedly.com/widgets/platform.js" charset="UTF-8"></script></figure><p>He remained on the field for the next play but sat out the one that followed, which saw <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/72514" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/players/72514">Devontae Booker</a> run 4 yards for a touchdown, putting the Utes up 14-7.</p><figure><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr">Travis Wilson has not returned to the game
Thompson still running the offense 

<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/USUvsUTAH?src=hash">#USUvsUTAH</a></p>— Chrony Sports (@ChronySports) <a href="https://twitter.com/ChronySports/status/642524472424071168">September 12, 2015</a>
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<script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure><p>Wilson was replaced by <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/50566" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/players/50566">Kendal Thompson.</a> </p>

Utah quarterback Travis Wilson suffers shoulder injury vs. Utah State

Utah managed to overcome the departure of its starting quarterback to edge hated rival Utah State...

<p><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/teams/677" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/teams/677">Utah</a> managed to overcome the departure of its starting quarterback to edge hated rival <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/teams/678" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/teams/678">Utah State</a> 24-14 on Friday, in a game dominated by injury concerns. </p><p>The No. 24 Utes relied on stellar defense to tame a stronger than expected Aggies squad that ran out of a gas after squaring the game at 14. It was a bittersweet win for Utah, however, after it lost top signal caller <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/61076" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/players/61076">Travis Wilson</a> with an <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/828715" href="http://www.thescore.com/news/828715">apparent shoulder injury</a>.</p><p><a href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/events/21928/box_score">Box Score</a></p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p><em>Here's what you need to know:</em></p><ul>
<li>Utah State quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/50926" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/players/50926">Chuckie Keeton</a> played strongly for the Aggies, masterfully evading opposing tackles to tear up the Utes' defense as a rusher. It was made all the more remarkable considering that he appeared to be working with an injured knee after sustaining a hit in the first quarter. The gritty effort was for naught as he was unable to led the Aggies to an improbable late-game rally. In the end, Keeton ran for 53 yards, while throwing for 252 yards, two touchdowns and two interceptions.</li>
<li>On the other end, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/50566" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/players/50566">Kendal Thompson</a> stepped in for the Utes and threw for 56 yards, while running for another 23 and a touchdown.</li>
<li>Before leaving, Wilson went 9-for-12 for 76 yards, while running for another 49 and a touchdown.</li>
<li>The offensive hero, though, was clearly Utah's star rusher <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/72514" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/players/72514">Devontae Booker</a> who ran for 120 yards and a touchdown.</li>
</ul><h2><strong>Play of the Game</strong></h2><p>Despite the defeat, the play of the game belongs to Utah State. Chuckie Keeton shepherded a masterful offensive drive downfield for the Aggies, capped off with a brilliant 15-yard touchdown catch by wide receiver <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/83358" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/players/83358">Zach Van Leeuwen</a> to even the score at 14 just before the end of the first half.</p><figure><a class="embedly-card" href="http://espn.go.com/video/clip?id=13634558">Keeton throws his second TD of the game - ESPN Video</a>
<script async="" src="https://cdn.embedly.com/widgets/platform.js" charset="UTF-8"></script></figure><p>Utah heads to California next to play <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/teams/245" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/teams/245">Fresno State</a>, while Utah State visits Seattle to face <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/teams/699" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/teams/699">Washington</a>.</p>

Utah emerges with win over Utah State despite losing starting quarterback to injury

Utah State rushed down the field in the dying stages of the second quarter to ensure they wouldn'...

<p><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/teams/678" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/teams/678">Utah State</a> rushed down the field in the dying stages of the second quarter to ensure they wouldn't head to the locker rooms trailing rival <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/teams/677" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/teams/677">Utah</a> in Friday night's contest.</p><p><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/50926" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/players/50926">Chuckie Keeton</a> shepherded a masterful offensive drive downfield for the Aggies, capped off with a brilliant 15-yard touchdown catch by wide receiver <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/83358" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/players/83358">Zach Van Leeuwen</a> to even the score at 14.</p><figure><a class="embedly-card" href="http://espn.go.com/video/clip?id=13634558">Keeton throws his second TD of the game - ESPN Video</a>
<script async="" src="https://cdn.embedly.com/widgets/platform.js" charset="UTF-8"></script></figure><p>Utah, though, retook the lead early in the third quarter.</p>

Utah State marches downfield to level score before the half

The Hamilton Tiger-Cats completed a two-game home-and-home series sweep of the Toronto Argonauts ...

<p>The <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///cfl/teams/312" href="http://www.thescore.com/cfl/teams/312">Hamilton Tiger-Cats</a> completed a two-game home-and-home series sweep of the <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///cfl/teams/316" href="http://www.thescore.com/cfl/teams/316">Toronto Argonauts</a> on Friday, downing the Boatmen 35-27 in a closely fought affair at the Rogers Center. </p><p>The victory further cemented Hamilton's hold atop the East Division, pushing the Tiger-Cats' (8-3) lead over the second-place Argonauts (6-5) to two games. </p><p><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///cfl/players/62356" href="http://www.thescore.com/cfl/players/62356">Zach Collaros</a> put forward another stellar outing for Hamilton, throwing for 254 yards and two touchdowns. In the receiving end, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///cfl/players/84036" href="http://www.thescore.com/cfl/players/84036">Terrell Sinkfield</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///cfl/players/81985" href="http://www.thescore.com/cfl/players/81985">Luke Tasker</a> led the way for the Tiger-Cats, accruing 91 and 89 receiving yards, respectively. </p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Tasker also netted a touchdown.</p><p>Hamilton's <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///cfl/players/82223" href="http://www.thescore.com/cfl/players/82223">Brandon Banks</a> had a relatively tame night on special teams, returning six kicks for a combined 105 yards. </p><p>Arriving back in friendlier terrain, Toronto once again fell behind early to Hamilton before climbing back in the second half to draw within a few points of the visitors. </p><p>The Tigers-Cats, however, pulled away in the fourth quarter, racking up 13 points to ensure the win.</p><p>Toronto quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///cfl/players/62092" href="http://www.thescore.com/cfl/players/62092">Trevor Harris</a> racked up 247 passing yards but was beset by turnovers. He threw two touchdowns and two interceptions. </p><p><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///cfl/players/95462" href="http://www.thescore.com/cfl/players/95462">Tori Gurley</a> led the way on the receiving end for the Boatmen, netting seven catches for 107 yards and one touchdown.</p><p>Toronto gets next week off, while Hamilton returns home to Tim Hortons Field to host the <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///cfl/teams/324" href="http://www.thescore.com/cfl/teams/324">Edmonton Eskimos</a> (6-4) on Saturday.</p>

Tiger-Cats complete 2-game sweep, best Argos at home

Utah quarterback Travis Wilson certainly has feet going in the early stages of his team's game ag...

<p><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/teams/677" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/teams/677">Utah</a> quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/61076" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/players/61076">Travis Wilson</a> certainly has feet going in the early stages of his team's game against hated rival <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/teams/678" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/teams/678">Utah State</a>.</p><p>After marching the Utes down to the Aggies' 12-yard line, Wilson took the ball himself and evaded several defenders on his way to the end zone.</p><figure><a class="embedly-card" href="http://espn.go.com/video/clip?id=13634077">T. Wilson run for 12 yds for a TD - ESPN Video</a>
<script async="" src="https://cdn.embedly.com/widgets/platform.js" charset="UTF-8"></script></figure><p>The touchdown capped off a 10-play, 75-yard drive, which occurred over 4:42 in the first quarter. </p>

Utah's Travis Wilson runs in for 12-yard touchdown

Baylor has suspended two of its coaches - including the son of head coach Art Briles - for the Be...

<p><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/teams/81" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/teams/81">Baylor</a> has <a href="https://twitter.com/YahooForde/status/642480139444469760">suspended</a> two of its coaches - including the son of head coach Art Briles - for the Bears' upcoming game on Saturday for violating NCAA rules.</p><p>The program announced the suspensions Friday evening, specifying that the undisclosed violations occurred in the spring evaluation period, <a href="https://twitter.com/YahooForde/status/642480443938353155">Pat Forde of Yahoo</a> reports.</p><p>Kendal Briles, the offensive coordinator/quarterbacks coach, and wide receivers coach Tate Wallis will be barred from the Bears' home opener against <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/teams/767" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/teams/767">Lamar</a> tomorrow in Waco, Texas.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>The Bears bested <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/teams/584" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/teams/584">SMU</a> 56-21 in their season opener last week. </p>

Baylor suspends two coaches, including Art Briles' son, for NCAA violations

Oklahoma wide receiver Austin Bennett is no longer with the team, reports Guerin Emig of the Tuls...

<p><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/teams/509" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/teams/509">Oklahoma</a> wide receiver <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/76445" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/players/76445">Austin Bennett</a> is no longer with the team, reports <a href="https://twitter.com/GuerinEmig/status/642454243450843136">Guerin Emig of the Tulsa World</a>.</p><p>No immediate reason was offered for the departure, though it's likely that Bennett intends to transfer, considering his limited role with the Sooners.</p><p>In two seasons in Norman, he made three catches and wasn't dressed for the team's opener against Akron last week. </p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>The Sooners won that game 41-3. </p>

Report: Oklahoma's Austin Bennett no longer with program

Syracuse head coach Scott Shafer is considering permanently ditching his visor after originally t...

<p><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/teams/625" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/teams/625">Syracuse</a> head coach Scott Shafer is considering permanently ditching his visor after originally taking off the piece of headwear during training camp because of headache woes.</p><p>He explained his decision to <a href="http://www.syracuse.com/orangefootball/index.ssf/2015/09/scott_shafer_i_may_never_wear_a_visor_again_3_things_shafer_said.html">Nate Mink of Syrcause.com</a>.</p><blockquote><p>I was at practice early in summer camp and had a headache after practice. It was a two-a-day, went back in, came out for the second practice and said, 'You know, I'm not wearing this hat today.' I felt good after practice, so the next day, said I felt good yesterday without a visor on, so I'm not going to wear a visor today, and you stack up the days and I felt pretty good about not wearing it anymore. I don't know if I'll put one on again or not.</p></blockquote><p>Observers noted that Shafer did not wear a visor in the Orange's 47-0 season-opening romp over <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/teams/539" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/teams/539">Rhode Island </a>last weekend.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Syracuse hosts <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/teams/694" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/teams/694">Wake Forest</a> on Saturday.</p>

Syracuse HC Scott Shafer ditches visor after headache issues 

Utah will play tribute to those who perished during the September 11 terrorist attacks in 2001 by...

<p><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/teams/677" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/teams/677">Utah</a> will play tribute to those who perished during the September 11 terrorist attacks in 2001 by sporting a ceremonial helmet decal during its game against <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/teams/678" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/teams/678">Utah State</a>, held on the tragedy's 14th anniversary.</p><figure><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr">Utah is wearing these 9/11 decals tonight against Utah State. (via <a href="https://twitter.com/UtesEquipment">@UtesEquipment</a>) <a href="http://t.co/9hpn1wVzzl">pic.twitter.com/9hpn1wVzzl</a></p>— College GameDay (@CollegeGameDay) <a href="https://twitter.com/CollegeGameDay/status/642387441693933568">September 11, 2015</a>
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<script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure><p>The No. 24 Utes come into Friday's game flush with confidence after downing <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/teams/407" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/teams/407">Michigan</a> 24-17 in their season opener last week. The highly anticipated contest was Jim Harbaugh's debut as coach for the Wolverines.</p><p>The Aggies opened their 2015 campaign by narrowly edging FCS opponent <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/teams/589" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaaf/teams/589">Southern Utah</a> 12-9 on Sept. 3.</p>

PHOTO: Utah to wear ceremonial 9/11 helmet decal in Friday's game vs. Utah State

One of college basketball's top 2016 prospects is off the board.   Five-star point guard Dennis S...

<p>One of college basketball's top 2016 prospects is off the board. </p><p>Five-star point guard Dennis Smith Jr. has committed to NC State, <a href="http://espn.go.com/college-sports/recruiting/basketball/mens/story/_/id/13626075/dennis-smith-jr-no-1-point-guard-espn-100-2016-says-attend-nc-state">Paul Biancardi of ESPN</a> reported Thursday.</p><p>"Growing up an NC State fan I knew they would be one of my top schools," Smith said. "Coach (Mark) Gottfried made me a priority, showing up, sitting in front to all my games in the live periods. That loyalty meant a lot to me. After giving the decision a lot of thought we all felt State was the best situation for me."</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p><a href="http://espn.go.com/college-sports/basketball/recruiting/player/_/id/175957/dennis-smith-jr">ESPN</a> ranks Smith as the No. 4 recruit in the class of 2016 and the second-best prospect for that year in his home state of North Carolina.</p><p>The Fayetteville product chose the Wolfpack over offers from <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaab/teams/329" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaab/teams/329">Duke</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaab/teams/531" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaab/teams/531">Kentucky</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaab/teams/756" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaab/teams/756">North Carolina</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaab/teams/1159" href="http://www.thescore.com/ncaab/teams/1159">Wake Forest</a>.</p><p>The 6-foot-2, 190-pound Smith is currently recovering from a torn left ACL he suffered during play at a recruiting showcase in August.</p><p>"My recovery is going great," he said. "Actually it's going a little faster than expected. I just went from walking with two crutches to walking with one crutch and my knee is starting to bend ... I am excited."</p>

5-star prospect Dennis Smith Jr. commits to NC State

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