Week thirteen’s in-state matchups have many intriguing, traditional rivalry games headlined by numerous matchups of in-state teams that reside in the same state.
Here is a look at the many games that will be taking place among power five conference teams as well as group of five traditional rivals that reside in the same state with some having rivalry trophies on the line.
Last 5 games of this rivalry: The Bobcats have won four out of the last five games against the Falcons.
Rivalry Trophy: No
Current Win Streak: Bowling Green has won the last game between these two schools, having a one-game winning streak in this rivalry.
Last meeting between both schools: The Falcons defeated the Bobcats at home by a final score of 21-10.
Prediction: Ohio 31, Bowling Green 28
Last 5 games of this rivalry: The Rebels have won three out of the last five games against the Bulldogs.
Rivalry Trophy: Golden Egg Trophy
Current Win Streak: Ole Miss has won the last two games between these two schools, having a two-game winning streak in this rivalry.
Last meeting between both schools: The Rebels defeated the Bulldogs on the road by a final score of 31-21.
Prediction: Mississippi 24 Mississippi State 21
Last 5 games of this rivalry: The Longhorns have won three out of the last five games against the Bulldogs.
Rivalry Trophy: No
Current Win Streak: Baylor has won the last game between these two schools, having a one-game winning streak in this rivalry.
Last meeting between both schools: The Bears defeated the Longhorns at home by a final score of 31-24.
Prediction: Texas 20 Baylor 17
Last 5 games of this rivalry: Central Michigan has won four out of the last five games against Eastern Michigan.
Rivalry Trophy: Michigan MAC Trophy
Current Win Streak: Central Michigan has won the last three games between these two schools, having a three-game winning streak in this rivalry.
Last meeting between both schools: The Chippewas defeated the Eagles at home by a final score of 31-10.
Prediction: Eastern Michigan 24 Central Michigan 21
Last 5 games of this rivalry: Arizona State has won five out of the last five games against Arizona.
Rivalry Trophy: Territorial Cup Trophy
Current Win Streak: Arizona State has won the last five games between these two schools, having a five-game winning streak in this rivalry.
Last meeting between both schools: The Sun Devils defeated the Wildcats at home by a final score of 38-15.
Prediction: Arizona 41 Arizona State 38
Last 5 games of this rivalry: North Carolina State has won three out of the last five games against North Carolina.
Rivalry Trophy: No
Current Win Streak: North Carolina State has won the last game between these two schools, having a one-game winning streak in this rivalry.
Last meeting between both schools: The Wolfpack defeated the Tar Heels at home by a final score of 34-30.
Prediction: North Carolina 31 North Carolina State 28 OT
These are some great in-state rivalry games to end the regular season.
Last 5 games of this rivalry: UCLA has won four out of the last five games against Cal.
Rivalry Trophy: No
Current Win Streak: UCLA has won the last two games between these two schools, having a two-game winning streak in this rivalry.
Last meeting between both schools: The Bruins defeated the Golden Bears at home by a final score of 42-14.
Prediction: UCLA 44 Cal 28
Last 5 games of this rivalry: Florida has won three out of the last five games against Florida State.
Rivalry Trophy: Makala Trophy and Florida Cup
Current Win Streak: Florida has won the last three games between these two schools, having a three-game winning streak in this rivalry.
Last meeting between both schools: The Gators defeated the Seminoles at home by a final score of 24-21.
Prediction: Florida State 34 Florida 27
Last 5 games of this rivalry: Virginia Tech has won four out of the last five games against Virginia.
Rivalry Trophy: Commonwealth Cup
Current Win Streak: Virginia Tech has won the last two games between these two schools, having a two-game winning streak in this rivalry.
Last meeting between both schools: The Hokies defeated the Cavaliers on the road by a final score of 29-24.
Prediction: Virginia 21 Virginia Tech 19
Last 5 games of this rivalry: Georgia has won four out of the last five games against Georgia Tech.
Rivalry Trophy: Governor’s Cup
Current Win Streak: Georgia has won the last four games between these two schools, having a four-game winning streak in this rivalry.
Last meeting between both schools: The Bulldogs defeated the Yellow Jackets on the road by a final score of 45-0.
Prediction: Georgia 42 Georgia Tech 21
Two of these games can determine if teams go to their conference championship game.
Last 5 games of this rivalry: Clemson has won five out of the last five games against South Carolina.
Rivalry Trophy: Palmetto Trophy
Current Win Streak: Clemson has won the last five games between these two schools, having a five-game winning streak in this rivalry.
Last meeting between both schools: The Tigers defeated the Gamecocks on the road by a final score of 30-0.
Prediction: Clemson 31 South Carolina 27
Last 5 games of this rivalry: North Texas has won four out of the last five games against Rice.
Rivalry Trophy: No
Current Win Streak: North Texas has won the last two games between these two schools, having a two-game winning streak in this rivalry.
Last meeting between both schools: The Mean Green defeated the Owls on the road by a final score of 30-24.
Prediction: North Texas 24 Rice 14
Last 5 games of this rivalry: Kentucky has won four out of the last five games against Louisville.
Rivalry Trophy: Governor’s Cup
Current Win Streak: Kentucky has won the last three games between these two schools, having a three-game winning streak in this rivalry.
Last meeting between both schools: The Wildcats defeated the Cardinals on the road by a final score of 52-21.
Prediction: Kentucky 41 Louisville 38 OT
Last 5 games of this rivalry: Oregon has won four out of the last five games against Oregon State.
Rivalry Trophy: Platypus Trophy
Current Win Streak: Oregon has won the last game between these two schools, having a one-game winning streak in this rivalry.
Last meeting between both schools: The Ducks defeated the Beavers at home by a final score of 38-29.
Prediction: Oregon 33 Oregon State 31
These are games in which both fanbases from either program have been waiting all season long.
Last 5 games of this rivalry: Alabama has won three out of the last five games against Auburn.
Rivalry Trophy: James E. Foy, V-ODK Sportsmanship Trophy
Current Win Streak: Alabama has won the last two games between these two schools, having a two-game winning streak in this rivalry.
Last meeting between both schools: Alabama defeated Auburn on the road by a final score of 24-22 in four overtimes.
Prediction: Alabama 28 Auburn 21
Last 5 games of this rivalry: Northwestern has won four out of the last five games against Illinois.
Rivalry Trophy: Land of Lincoln Trophy
Current Win Streak: Illinois has won the last game between these two schools, having a one-game winning streak in this rivalry.
Last meeting between both schools: Illinois defeated Northwestern at home by a final score of 47-14.
Prediction: Illinois 23 Northwestern 10
Last 5 games of this rivalry: Purdue has won three out of the last five games against Indiana.
Rivalry Trophy: Old Oaken Bucket
Current Win Streak: Purdue has won the last game between these two schools, having a one-game winning streak in this rivalry.
Last meeting between both schools: Purdue defeated Indiana at home by a final score of 44-7.
Prediction: Purdue 24 Indiana 17
Last 5 games of this rivalry: Wake Forest has won four out of the last five games against Duke.
Rivalry Trophy: No
Current Win Streak: Wake Forest has won the last three games between these two schools, having a three-game winning streak in this rivalry.
Last meeting between both schools: Wake Forest defeated Duke at home by a final score of 45-7.
Prediction: Wake Forest 33 Duke 28
These game results may end up being considered upsets in group five play.
Last 5 games of this rivalry: UTSA has won five out of the last five games against UTEP.
Rivalry Trophy: No
Current Win Streak: UTSA has won the last five games between these two schools, having a five-game winning streak in this rivalry.
Last meeting between both schools: UTSA defeated UTEP on the road by a final score of 44-23.
Prediction: UTSA 37 UTEP 24
Last 5 games of this rivalry: Nevada has won three out of the last five games against UNLV.
Rivalry Trophy: Fremont Cannon
Current Win Streak: Nevada has won the last two games between these two schools, having a two-game winning streak in this rivalry.
Last meeting between both schools: Nevada defeated UNLV at home by a final score of 51-20.
Prediction: UNLV 48 Nevada 30
Last 5 games of this rivalry: UCF has won five out of the last five games against South Florida.
Rivalry Trophy: War On I-4 Trophy
Current Win Streak: UCF has won the last five games between these two schools, having a five-game winning streak in this rivalry.
Last meeting between both schools: UCF defeated South Florida at home by a final score of 51-20.
Prediction: UCF 17 South Florida 13
These three games among in-state power five teams will cap off an amazing week of college football.
Last 5 games of this rivalry: Tennessee has won three out of the last five games against Vanderbilt.
Rivalry Trophy: No
Current Win Streak: Tennessee has won the last three games between these two schools, having a three-game winning streak in this rivalry.
Last meeting between both schools: Tennessee defeated Vanderbilt at home by a final score of 45-21.
Prediction: Tennessee 28 Vanderbilt 17
Last 5 games of this rivalry: Kansas State has won five out of the last five games against Kansas.
Rivalry Trophy: Governor’s Cup
Current Win Streak: Kansas State has won the last 13 games between these two schools, having a thirteen-game winning streak in this rivalry.
Last meeting between both schools: Kansas State defeated Kansas on the road by a final score of 35-10.
Prediction: Kansas 31 Kansas State 28 OT
Last 5 games of this rivalry: Washington has won four out of the last five games against Washington State.
Rivalry Trophy: Apple Cup Trophy
Current Win Streak: Washington State has won the last game between these two schools, having a one-game winning streak in this rivalry.
Last meeting between both schools: Washington State defeated Washington on the road by a final score of 40-13.
Prediction: Washington 44 Washington State 34