Top-10 teams Michigan and Notre Dame suffer losses in Week 2, raising playoff concerns.

In Week 2 of college football, top-10 teams Michigan and Notre Dame suffered significant losses, raising doubts about their playoff prospects. Michigan lost 31-12 to No. 3 Texas, while Notre Dame fell 16-14 to Northern Illinois despite being heavy favorites. Both teams struggled offensively, particularly in their passing games. While the expanded playoffs offer a chance for redemption, both teams must improve their performance to remain competitive.