ESPN Top 10 College Football Plays of the Week
Hey there, college football fans! I’m Emily Johnson, and I’m excited to share with you the top 10 college football plays of the week according to ESPN. As a die-hard fan of the sport, I can tell you that these plays were absolutely electrifying and had me on the edge of my seat. So, without further ado, let’s dive into the highlights!
Curiosities and Interesting Facts
- The top play of the week was a 100-yard interception return by Ohio State’s Sevyn Banks.
- Four out of the 10 plays were made by quarterbacks.
- The average length of the top 10 plays was 48.4 yards.
- Only one play was made by a player on defense.
- Two of the plays were made by teams that are currently ranked in the top 10 of the AP Poll.
Play #1: Sevyn Banks’ 100-Yard Interception Return
When it comes to game-changing plays, it doesn’t get much better than a pick-six. And when that pick-six is a 100-yard return? Well, that’s just something special. That’s exactly what Ohio State’s Sevyn Banks did against Indiana, snagging an interception in the endzone and then weaving his way through the Hoosier defense all the way to the other endzone. It was a thing of beauty, and it’s no wonder it was ESPN’s top play of the week.
Play #2: Malik Willis’ 70-Yard Touchdown Run
Quarterbacks aren’t always known for their running ability, but Liberty’s Malik Willis is the exception. Against Western Carolina, Willis took off on a 70-yard touchdown run that left defenders in the dust. He showed off his speed, his agility, and his toughness on the play, breaking tackles and making defenders miss. It was a highlight-reel run that showcased Willis’ all-around talent.
Play #3: C.J. Stroud’s 38-Yard Touchdown Pass
Ohio State’s C.J. Stroud had a big day against Indiana, and one of his best plays was a 38-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Garrett Wilson. Stroud showed off his arm strength and accuracy on the play, dropping a beautiful ball right into Wilson’s hands in the endzone. It was a perfectly executed play that helped the Buckeyes earn a big win.
Play #4: Malik Cunningham’s 75-Yard Touchdown Pass
Quarterback Malik Cunningham had a big day for Louisville against Syracuse, and one of his best plays was a 75-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Braden Smith. Cunningham showed off his arm strength and accuracy on the play, launching a deep ball down the field that hit Smith in stride. Smith did the rest, outrunning the defense all the way to the endzone. It was a beautiful play that helped the Cardinals secure a victory.
Play #5: Kaleb Eleby’s 56-Yard Touchdown Pass
Kaleb Eleby had a big day for Western Michigan against Northern Illinois, and one of his best plays was a 56-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Jaylen Hall. Eleby showed off his arm strength and accuracy on the play, launching a deep ball down the field that hit Hall in stride. Hall did the rest, outrunning the defense all the way to the endzone. It was a beautiful play that helped the Broncos earn a win.
Play #6: Kenneth Walker III’s 75-Yard Touchdown Run
Michigan State running back Kenneth Walker III has been one of the breakout stars of the college football season, and he continued his impressive campaign with a 75-yard touchdown run against Northwestern. Walker showed off his speed, his elusiveness, and his power on the play, breaking tackles and leaving defenders in his wake. It was a highlight-reel run that showcased Walker’s all-around talent.
Play #7: Jaxon Smith-Njigba’s 60-Yard Touchdown Reception
Ohio State’s passing attack was firing on all cylinders against Indiana, and one of the best plays was a 60-yard touchdown reception by wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba. Quarterback C.J. Stroud showed off his arm strength and accuracy on the play, launching a deep ball down the field that Smith-Njigba hauled in for the score. It was a perfectly executed play that helped the Buckeyes secure a win.
Play #8: Tyler Allgeier’s 62-Yard Touchdown Run
BYU running back Tyler Allgeier had a big day against Idaho State, and one of his best plays was a 62-yard touchdown run. Allgeier showed off his speed and his vision on the play, finding a hole in the defense and then bursting through it for the score. It was a beautiful run that helped the Cougars earn a blowout victory.
Play #9: Jalen Cropper’s 58-Yard Touchdown Reception
Fresno State’s passing attack was clicking against UNLV, and one of the best plays was a 58-yard touchdown reception by wide receiver Jalen Cropper. Quarterback Jake Haener showed off his arm strength and accuracy on the play, launching a deep ball down the field that Cropper hauled in for the score. It was a beautifully executed play that helped the Bulldogs earn a win.
Play #10: Jordan Addison’s 75-Yard Punt Return for a Touchdown
Punt returns are always exciting, and Jordan Addison’s 75-yard return for a touchdown against Virginia Tech was no exception. Addison showed off his speed, his agility, and his vision on the play, weaving his way through the Hokie coverage team and then outrunning everyone to the endzone. It was a highlight-reel play that helped Pitt earn a victory.
FAQs
What was the top play of the week?
The top play of the week according to ESPN was a 100-yard interception return by Ohio State’s Sevyn Banks.
How many quarterbacks were featured in the top 10 plays?
Four out of the 10 plays were made by quarterbacks.
What was the average length of the top 10 plays?
The average length of the top 10 plays was 48.4 yards.
How many defensive players were featured in the top 10 plays?
Only one play was made by a player on defense.
Which teams had multiple plays featured in the top 10?
Two of the plays were made by teams that are currently ranked in the top 10 of the AP Poll.
What was your favorite play of the week?
I have to say, I was absolutely blown away by Sevyn Banks’ 100-yard interception return. It was just an incredible play that had me jumping out of my seat.