College Football Week 3 News and Notes

The college football season is here. Every week, different news and notes will pop up, which will affect what happens on the field and off it. Here are the college football week 3 news and notes.

USC Fires Clay Helton

Just two games into the season, USC has decided to fire head coach Clay Helton. He was 46-24 in his time with the team. Associate head coach Donte Williams will be the interim coach.

Boston College Quarterback Phil Jurkovec is out for the season

Boston College starting quarterback Phil Jurkovec is out for the season with a right-hand injury. Jurkovec was a projected early-round pick in the 2022 NFL Draft.

Texas A&M’s Haynes King has Surgery

Texas A&M quarterback Haynes King had a crack in his lower leg and underwent surgery. There is no timeline for his return. Zach Calzada is expected to start in his place.

Texas to Start Casey Thompson against Rice

After starting Hudson Card for the first two games of the season, Texas will start Casey Thompson against Rice. Card will still get playing time in the game.

Skylar Thompson is Out Indefinitely with a Knee Injury

Kansas State starting quarterback Skylar Thompson is out indefinitely with a knee injury. Will Howard will start against Nevada this week.

Other News and Notes

• Purdue running back Zander Horvath is out 4-8 weeks. The Boilermakers play Notre Dame on Saturday.
• Oregon linebacker Justin Flowe may have a longer-term injury, while defensive end Kayvon Thibodeaux is expected back sooner.
• Oregon tight end Cam McCormick is out for the season with a leg injury.
• NC State linebacker Payton Wilson and safety Cyrus Fagan are out for the season with injuries.
• Ohio State quarterback C.J. Stroud will only play if there is an emergency due to a shoulder injury. Kyle McCord or Jack Miller will be the starter.

This will be updated up until Saturday!

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