USA TODAY columnist Jordan Mendoza published his weekly "Flop 10" column on November 1, 2026, highlighting the most disappointing developments from Saturday's college football games. The top flop centered on a game where virtually no fans attended, underscoring concerns about attendance at certain matchups.
The column reviews ten notable flops from the weekend, ranging from poor team performances to organizational missteps, with the empty stadium serving as the most striking example.



