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Calwise Jr. powers offense, Jackson Jr. leads defense in Louisiana Tech's 41-17 win over Troy

Marcus Calwise Jr. caught nine passes for 137 yards and a touchdown and Alonzo Jackson Jr. had a 66-yard scoop-and-score with 1:05 to go to cap off Louisiana Tech’s 41-17 rout of T...

3 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Blake Baker - Ruled out versus Troy Baker (undisclosed) has been ruled out for the remainder of Saturday's matchup versus Troy, per Matt Belinson of the Ruston Daily Leader.

Impact Baker got hurt in the second half, although the exact nature and severity of his injury are currently unknown. In his absence, Trey Kukuk will take over at quarterback for the Bulldogs for the remainder of the contest.

13 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Dylone Brooks - Downgraded to out for Saturday Brooks (undisclosed) will not play in Saturday's clash with Troy, per the Sun Belt availability report.

Impact Brooks' inactivity will continue for at least another week. Brooks has not logged any carries since Week 6, and the running back has not been able to replicate his breakout in Week 5, when he logged 200 yards of total offense and two touchdowns against the Army. Brooks' next chance to play comes Nov. 14 against Southern Miss.

21 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

No. 2 Georgia and No. 12 Mississippi meet again in a showcase of two of the SEC's best since 2023

No. 2 Georgia and 12th-ranked Mississippi are eschewing bulletin-board slights in favor of mutual admiration as they prepare to meet for the third time in two seasons

2 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

New SEC schedule is like continuous 'car wrecks' that could lead to a three-loss title contender

No three-loss team has ever made the Southeastern Conference championship game since 1992, but this season's chaos could change that

3 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Talyn Shettron - Will play in Week 10 Shettron (undisclosed) will suit up for Saturday's clash with Troy, per the Sun Belt availability report.

Impact Shettron missed the last game at South Alabama, but the wideout is primed to return to action in Week 10 against Louisiana Tech.A He's been productive to the tune of 17 catches for 231 yards and once score.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Dylone Brooks - Status up in air for Week 10 Brooks (undisclosed) is questionable for Saturday's clash with Troy, per the Sun Belt availability report.

Impact Brooks has sat out Louisiana Tech's last three contests but has a shot to suit up Saturday against Troy. The running back, if available, would work behind starter Andrew Burnette in the backfield. In four games this fall, Brooks has recorded 19 carries for 175 yards and two touchdowns while adding six receptions for 108 yards and one score.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Miami gets top spot in first CFP rankings, but Tide at 5 and Irish at 11 bring a collective 'Huh?'

The undefeated Miami Hurricanes received top billing in the season’s first College Football Playoff rankings, with Georgia, undefeated Utah and defending national champion Indiana...

4 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Blake Baker - Tosses for three touchdowns in win Baker was 10-for-16 passing for 167 yards and three touchdowns during Saturday's 35-20 victory over South Alabama. He also had 16 rushes for 35 yards.

Impact Baker threw two touchdowns passes to Marcus Calwise in the second quarter before finding Luke Watkins for a four-year touchdown in the fourth quarter. Through seven games, Baker has thrown for 1327 yards, 13 touchdowns and one interception.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Trey Kukuk - Makes most of one toss in win Kukuk completed 1 of 1 passes for 27 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 35-20 victory over South Alabama.

Impact Kukuk's lone pass of the afternoon went for a 27-yard touchdown to wideout Jalen Mickens.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Eli Finley - Slower day in win Finley accrued two receptions (on five targets) for 15 yards during Saturday's 35-20 victory against South Alabama.

Impact After exploding for 10 catches, 128 yards, and one touchdown a week ago, Finley was held in check during Saturday's victory. Through eight games, Finley has still been a major factor in the Bulldogs' offence, turning in a receiving line of 41/477/5.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Marcus Calwise Jr. - Hauls in two scores in win Calwise tallied three receptions (on four targets) for 68 yards and two touchdowns during Saturday's 35-20 victory against South Alabama.

Impact Calwise led the way for the Bulldogs on Saturday, and was rewarded with scores on 22 and 35-yard strikes. Through eight games, Calwise has totalled 19 receptions for 247 yards and two touchdowns.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Jalen Mickens - Finds end zone in win Mickens totaled three receptions (on four targets) for 32 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 35-20 victory versus South Alabama.

Impact After being held scoreless over his previous two contests, Mickens connected with Trey Kukuk for a 27-yard touchdown during Saturday's victory. Through eight games, Mickens has hauled in 43 receptions for 618 yards and four touchdowns.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Dylone Brooks - Could play at Troy Brooks (turf toe) is considered hopeful to play at Troy, Matt Belinson of the Ruston Daily Leader reports.

Impact The Louisiana Tech running back has missed the last three weeks, but this is an encouraging sign for Brooks after the three-game absence, though his status still appears uncertain heading into Louisiana Tech's trip to Troy. If available, he'd reenter the Bulldogs' backfield mix. He has 19 carries for 175 yard and two scores this season along with six catches for 108 yard and one touchdown.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

AP Top 25 live updates: Ohio State falls out of top 10, UCLA cracks Top 5

Miami holds on to its No. 1 spot in the AP Top 25 for the third week after defeating North Carolina

6 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Baker throws 3 TD passes to lead Louisiana Tech over South Alabama 35-20

Blake Baker throws three touchdown passes as Louisiana Tech defeats South Alabama 35-20

OCTOBER 31 • Associated Press

William Mayes - Not playing in Week 9 Mayes (undisclosed) won't be available for Saturday's matchup versus South Alabama, per the Sun Belt availability report.

Impact Mayes will sit out as the Bulldogs travel to take on South Alabama. The freshman tight end has appeared in just one game so far this season.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Dylone Brooks - Not playing in Week 9 Brooks (undisclosed) has been ruled out for Saturday's contest versus South Alabama, per the Sun Belt availability report.

Impact Brooks has officially been ruled out for Saturday's contest, an unsurprising development considering he was previously considered doubtful. It marks his third straight absence as he continues to deal with an undisclosed injury.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Talyn Shettron - Not playing Saturday Shettron won't suit up for Saturday's matchup versus South Alabama, per the Sun Belt availability report.

Impact Shettron has been ruled out for Saturday's contest, his first missed game of the season. He will be missed as he's caught 17 passes for 231 yards and one touchdown this season.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

College Football Week 9 Expert Picks, Predictions For Florida-Georgia And More

Here are FOX Sports' expert picks for Week 9 of the 2026 college football season.

OCTOBER 29 • FOX SPORTS

College Football Week 9 Expert Picks, Predictions For Florida-Georgia And More

Dylone Brooks - Doubtful for Week 9 Brooks (undisclosed) is considered doubtful for Saturday's matchup versus South Alabama, per the Sun Belt availability report.

Impact There was some optimism from head coach Sonny Cumbie that Brooks could return Saturday, though his doubtful designation means Brooks is unlikely to suit up. He's missed each of the last two games due to an undisclosed injury.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Jalen Mickens - Strong day in victory Mickens notched eight receptions (on nine targets) for 110 yards during Saturday's 26-0 victory against Old Dominion.

Impact Mickens continues to produce, turning in his third 100-yard receiving day of the 2026 campaign. Through seven games, Mickens has recorded 40 receptions for 586 yards and three touchdowns.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Eli Finley - Catches touchdown in blowout victory Finley gathered in all 10 targets for 128 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 26-0 win over Old Dominion.

Impact After turning in only nine yards in Week 7, Finley responded with his biggest game of the season to date. Finley connected with quarterback Blake Baker for a two-yard touchdown in the third quarter. Through seven games, Finley has recorded 39 receptions for 462 yards and five touchdowns.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Blake Baker - Big day in blowout win Baker completed 28 of 34 passes for 303 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 26-0 win versus Old Dominion. He also had 10 rushes for 12 yards with one touchdown.

Impact Baker was effective on Saturday, opening the scoring with a four-yard run before connecting with Eli Finley for a two-yard touchdown in the third quarter. Through six games, Baker has thrown for 1160 yards, 10 touchdowns and one interception. Up next is a road matchup with South Alabama.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Dylone Brooks - May be available Week 9 Louisiana Tech's head coach Sonny Cumbie is hopeful that Brooks (undisclosed) will play Saturday against South Alabama, Matt Belinson of the Ruston Daily Leader reports.

Impact After missing Week 8, Brooks appears to have a chance to return for Louisiana Tech's backfield rotation Saturday. The running back's status remains uncertain, but this is a positive step toward his availability. Brooks has 302 total yards of offense and three touchdowns from splits with running, receiving and passing.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

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Calwise Jr. powers offense, Jackson Jr. leads defense in Louisiana Tech's 41-17 win over Troy

No. 2 Georgia and No. 12 Mississippi meet again in a showcase of two of the SEC's best since 2023

New SEC schedule is like continuous 'car wrecks' that could lead to a three-loss title contender

Miami gets top spot in first CFP rankings, but Tide at 5 and Irish at 11 bring a collective 'Huh?'

AP Top 25 live updates: Ohio State falls out of top 10, UCLA cracks Top 5

Baker throws 3 TD passes to lead Louisiana Tech over South Alabama 35-20

College Football Week 9 Expert Picks, Predictions For Florida-Georgia And More