The numbers don't lie. Stockton was surgical, completing 26-of-31 passes for 289 yards, four touchdowns, and no turnovers in Georgia's thrilling 43-35 victory. He was perfect in the second half, going 12-for-12 for three scores. Add in his 59 rushing yards and a rushing touchdown, and you have a performance that screams "Heisman contender."

Georgia's schedule is not too difficult, but we expect that the Bulldogs will still have several close games and possibly even a defeat. ESPN gives Georgia just a 14.9% chance to win out, but it views the Bulldogs as a near lock to make the playoff at 81.6%.

As Finebaum noted, the Rebels will be facing the No. 13 Oklahoma Sooners on the road this weekend. Oklahoma boasts the top-ranked defense in the country and has one of the best home-field advantages in college football. If Ole Miss can manage to secure a victory in this game, it could signal a positive turn for their season.

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A major college football analyst believes that Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Gunner Stockton will be a Heisman finalist this season.

Ole Miss’ offensive momentum has been undeniable, averaging 37.4 points per game this season, good for fourth in the SEC and 16th in the nation. Chambliss’ blend of passing efficiency and rushing ability has given Kiffin’s system renewed balance, but defensive consistency remains the team’s biggest obstacle to a CFP berth.

The NFL and Premier League may rule the sports world, but their stadiums are dwarfed by those at American universities.