10th instance of 3+ overtime college football games on a single day occurred on Oct 12.

On October 12, college football showcased remarkable parity, with four ranked games going into overtime and four more decided by three points or fewer. This marked only the 10th occurrence of three or more overtime games in a single day, with the last instance in 2003. Coaches attribute the competitive nature of the matches to factors like the transfer portal and conference realignment, which have contributed to closer scores and increased competitiveness.