NCAAF Week 2: Florida and Arizona State's Unpredictable Journey

The second week of the NCAAF season brought with it a whirlwind of surprises, none more shocking than the collision between the Florida Gators and the Arizona State Sun Devils. Both teams, coming off unexpected upsets, found themselves in a precarious position in the rankings.

The Gators' Struggles

Florida's season took a dramatic turn when a controversial decision by a player led to a game-winning drive by USF. The Gators, who were expected to dominate, found themselves on the wrong end of a zero-sum game. The incident, reminiscent of infamous spitting moments in sports history, has left fans questioning the team's discipline and focus.

Arizona State's Downfall

Meanwhile, Arizona State, a 2024 CFP qualifier, faced a humbling defeat against Mississippi State. Coach Kenny Dillingham's pre-game comments about Starkville came back to haunt him as the Sun Devils struggled to find their footing. The loss has raised concerns about the team's ability to compete at a high level this season.

The Bottom 10 Rankings

Here’s a look at the Bottom 10 rankings after Week 2:

1. UMess (0-2): A heartbreaking loss to Bryant Bulldogs.
2. Sam Houston, We Have a Problem (0-3): Couldn't close out against Hawaii.
3. Baller State (0-2): Lost by a combined score of 73-3.
4. State of Kent (1-1): Defeated by Texas Tech.
5. Florizona Sun Gators (1-1): Both Florida and Arizona State share the spotlight.
6. Muddled Tennessee State (0-2): Lobbied hard for a spot in the rankings.
7. UCLA Boo'ins (0-2): Struggles continue for the Bruins.
8. Charlotte 0-and-2ers (0-2): Lost to UNC-Chapel Hill.
9. Kennesaw Mountain Landis State (0-2): Scored nine points for the second week in a row.
10. Georgia State Not Southern (0-2): Narrowly edged out by Georgia Southern.

Looking Ahead

As the season progresses, both Florida and Arizona State will need to regroup and refocus if they hope to climb out of the Bottom 10 and reclaim their positions as contenders. The road ahead is fraught with challenges, but in college football, anything can happen.

Stay tuned for more updates and analysis as the NCAAF season unfolds.