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Arizona State and Morgan State shortened the fourth quarter to 10 minutes, resulting in a 70‑7 victory for ASU, a rare occurrence that highlights the limits of NCAA regulations.
Georgia, LSU, and Oklahoma posted flawless shutouts, while Oregon and Texas Tech struggled to meet expectations in a varied opening week.
The Bulldogs' season opener against Tennessee State turned into a showcase of offensive firepower and defensive vigor, highlighted by standout performances from tight ends, a breakout rookie receiver and a relentless rushing attack.
A look at the key storylines from the opening weekend, including a controversial replay review, dominant offensive displays, and coaching pressures that could reshape the season.
The Iowa Hawks opened their preseason with a dominant 33-0 victory over Northern Illinois, showcasing a balanced attack, a relentless defense and special teams that added big plays, while key players delivered career‑high performances.
With the 2026 NFL season set to kick off on Wednesday, SportsLine’s 10,000‑season simulations deliver a data‑driven blueprint for fantasy drafts, highlighting elite quarterbacks, rising running backs and receivers poised for breakout performances.
Experts warn that the 2026 fantasy football draft is fraught with risk, urging drafters to avoid players whose health, legal standing or recent performance suggest a steep decline.
The Michigan Wolverines edged out the Western Michigan Broncos 13-12 in a game that sparked widespread discussion about clock synchronization and replay decisions.
North Carolina’s football general manager Michael Lombardi resigned after a month‑long paid leave, as an expanded probe into the entire UNC football program uncovered allegations of inappropriate relationships and criticism of his management style.
In their 2026 season opener, BYU routed Utah Tech 63-7, building a 42-0 halftime lead and showcasing a balanced attack led by Bear Bachmeier and Legend Glasker while Kelly Poppinga’s defense forced two interceptions.
The Blue Raiders opened the 2026 season with a 38-14 win over Murray State, featuring standout performances from Roman Gagliano, Cam'ron Lacy and others, despite multiple weather delays that stretched the game beyond four hours.
The Tar Heels opened with a win in Dublin, took a break to assess performance, and now face internal investigations and a high‑scoring opponent.
After two straight Sundays without football, the NFL’s 2026 regular season opens on Sept. 9, beginning with a high‑profile rematch and building toward a full slate on Sept. 13.
The Tennessee Volunteers football team has compiled a 5‑1 record in six September 6 games, ranging from a 1980 loss to Georgia to a 2025 blowout of ETSU, showcasing enduring success at Neyland Stadium.
Virginia Tech's offense exploded for 73 points against VMI, with running backs and quarterbacks delivering decisive scores, leaving the Keydets at 0-2 and facing a 2026 home matchup against Bucknell.
A 66-21 victory over Florida Atlantic gave the Florida Gators a strong start under new head coach Jon Sumrall, though early defensive shortcomings revealed areas for improvement.
Michigan survived a close 13-12 win over Western Michigan, marred by a blistering opening drive, inefficient offense, and a failing grade for coaching.
The 118th edition of the Apple Cup will be played on September 6, 2026, at Husky Stadium in Seattle, broadcast live on NBC and Peacock.
Michigan’s narrow victory over Western Michigan on September 5, 2023, was marred by a disputed clock extension that enabled a game‑winning pass, prompting widespread fan outrage and accusations of a spineless conference.
De La Salle surged to a 42-3 victory, while St. Francis and several other undefeated teams saw their perfect records shattered, highlighting the volatility of the 2026 Bay Area prep football season.
A 51-10 defeat to LSU marks the worst loss of Dabo Swinney’s coaching tenure and the program’s most lopsided setback since 2002, prompting urgent questions about quarterback play, recruiting and the path back to contention.
A Baton Rouge judge’s ruling lets LSU’s Tuihalamaka play in the 51‑10 win over Clemson, while the SEC’s lawsuit over eligibility rules continues.
Notre Dame and Wisconsin will open the 2026 season on September 6 at Lambeau Field, a historic venue that adds extra intrigue as the teams battle for early momentum and playoff positioning.
Indiana University will travel to Seattle on November 21, 2026, to take on Washington, a team that posted a 9‑4 record, a 38‑10 bowl win and a markedly improved offense led by quarterback Demond Williams.