By Dorrington Myers
I’m back at it with your Week 13 standout quarterback performances. Last week was a blast, no doubt. This week, the tension in the air was palpable, with the fate of a chosen few hanging in the balance. Here are this week’s top performers.
Week 13 elite quarterback performers:
Kevin Jennings, SMU
25/33, 323, 2 TD, 1 INT, 1 rushing TD vs Virginia
This game carried high stakes for the Mustangs: a spot in the ACC title game. SMU rose to the occasion, led by Jennings, who executed the RPO game with pinpoint accuracy. He navigated the pocket with poise and made significant contributions in the run game. Jennings was undeniably the driving force behind the offense.
DJ Lagway, Florida
10/17, 180, 2 TD, 1 INT vs Ole Miss
For Florida, this game was crucial to secure bowl eligibility, requiring victories both last week and this week. They delivered. What stood out about Lagway was his exceptional strength and pocket presence. He’s arguably one of the best young quarterbacks in college football, a claim he reinforced with his performance against a talented Ole Miss defense.
Luke Altmyer, Illinois
12/26, 249 yards, 2 TD, 1 rushing TD v Rutgers
Altmyer connected with Pat Bryant for the go-ahead 40-yard touchdown as time ticked away. All game long, he was clutch and deliberate with his passing. He even added a rushing touchdown to his impressive performance.
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X-Factor:
Payton Thorne, Auburn
19/31, 301, 2 TD, 1 INT vs Texas A&M
Thorne overcame a costly interception and displayed remarkable resilience. He went 5-for-8 on deep passes and excelled in play-action situations, throwing both of his touchdowns off play-action. This game became an instant classic, stretching into four overtime periods before Auburn came away with the win.
Riley Leonard, Notre Dame
10/13, 148, 2 TD vs Army
Leonard appears to be finally settling in for Notre Dame. If he can maintain this level of play consistently, Notre Dame will undoubtedly be a serious threat to any opponent.
Drew Allar, Penn State
21/28, 244, 1 TD, 1 rushing TD v Minnesota
Allar delivered a few difficult throws that moved the chains, showcasing his ability to stretch the field. He executed play-action effectively and played a clean, mistake-free game—exactly what his team needed from him to survive on the road.
Honorable mentions:
Jalon Daniels, Kansas
14/21, 189, 1 TD, 6 carries, 72 yards vs Colorado
Daniels showcased great timing, delivering the ball precisely when needed while the run game carried the load. His touchdown pass to Devin Neal on a screen was a highlight-worthy play to kick off the game. Colorado’s hopes for a conference title shot grew dimmer as Neal went on to score four touchdowns, sealing Kansas’ victory.
Jackson Arnold, Oklahoma
9/11, 68, 25 carries, 131 yards vs Alabama
It’s been a rollercoaster season for the Sooners and Arnold, but they showcased determination and resilience in this performance. Arnold made a significant impact on the ground, highlighting his dual-threat ability. Credit goes to the offensive line for their dominant display.
What’s next?
Georgia awaits the winner of next week’s matchup between Texas A&M and Texas, which will determine their opponent in the SEC title game. Meanwhile, South Carolina faces Clemson in a showdown between LaNorris Sellers and Cade Klubnik. Another exciting matchup to watch is Miami vs. Syracuse, featuring quarterbacks Cam Ward and Kyle McCord who are no. 1 and 2 in passing yards nationally.
