Running backs dominated the afternoon slate of football games and were crucial in helping their teams clinch victories. Michigan rallied in the second quarter with the help of De'Veon Smith, while Saquon Barkely and Benny Snell Jr. crushed it for Penn State and Kentucky, respectively.
Amongst the running backs was an outstanding quarterback performance on Oklahoma State's front and Louisville surviving a scare due to the tenacity of their quarterback.
Here are your top performances from Saturday's early games:
De'Veon Smith, Michigan, RB
Smith scored both his touchdowns in the second quarter, giving the Wolverines a much-needed push and putting them up by 14 points.