What We Learned About College Football in Week 3
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Trinidad Chambliss Vaults Up the Heisman List
Chambliss finished eighth in Heisman votes in 2025, but if voting took place following the playoffs the odds are that Chambliss would have been second after Fernando Mendoza. Chambliss has picked up right where he left off, and should be the current frontrunner after another incredible display to topple LSU.
Chambliss has an incredible ability to identify his target and get the ball the ball in their hands in the blink of an eye. His vision and lightening-quick release make it difficult for defenses, even when they are doing everything they need to do in coverage. Ole Miss will have another big game this week when they face #21 Florida. There is a history of players dipping after winning the “September Heisman,” but something tells me Chambliss isn’t going to fade away at any point soon.
Miami’s Darian Mensah May Not Be Too Far Behind
Chambliss certainly shined in the spotlight, but Mensah is doing incredible work with Miami. After three games, including two on the road, Mensah has three more touchdown passes than incompletions. He was 27-of-30 at Stanford, 14-of-15 against Florida A&M, then completed his first 24 attempts at Wake Forest before finishing 30-of-34. He has also yet to turn the ball over this season. With the luxury of throwing the ball to Malachi Toney and a strong supporting cast, Mensah should be in for a huge season.
Duke’s Nate Sheppard is Special
Sheppard is the best player no one is talking about (yet). He’s started off the season with three monster rushing performances – 227 yards against Tulane, 147 against Illinois and 154 against Stanford. Not only does he lead the nation in rushing yards, but also yards after contact and explosive play rate. He’s just a hard guy to bring down and someone who can turn any carry into a big gain. Sheppard has played a major role in Duke’s impressive 3-0 start, and the Blue Devils could be dangerous in the ACC once again as they look to defend their conference crown.
Texas A&M Won’t Finish Anywhere Near the Top 10
The Aggies started the season in the top 10 after reaching the playoffs after an 11-0 start in 2025. It doesn’t look like they will be making a return trip. Texas A&M struggled to get off the ground before getting past Arizona State in week two. Then the wheels came off in a 31-21 loss to Kentucky on Saturday. Quarterback Marcel Reid runs hot and cold to the extreme – he can be an exciting playmaker at times, but when things are going bad it can get bleak for the Aggies offense. Texas A&M faces off with LSU on Saturday, and will still play Missouri, Alabama, Tennessee, Oklahoma and Texas in the regular season.
Oklahoma Is In Trouble
Speaking of teams that are not likely to make a return trip to the playoffs, the Sooners appear to be in trouble thanks to a stagnant offense. Oklahoma has one of the best defenses in the nation loaded with star players. Unfortunately, the offense is just about the opposite. The Sooners have not been able to find any type of run game, and quarterback Jon Mater has been an inconsistent mess. Oklahoma lost 17-10 to Michigan in week two and followed that up with a 14-6 win over New Mexico. You can expect a lot of similar low-scoring games throughout the season, where the Sooners will need to pray that the defense can continue to make stop after stop.
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