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Clemson falls to LSU while Oregon and Indiana secure Week 1 victories

USA Today • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 6, 2026, 9:58 PM

Last updated Sep 6, 2026

Clemson falls to LSU while Oregon and Indiana secure Week 1 victories

Summary

College football programs opened the 2026 season with varying results across the country. No. 23 Clemson suffered a 51-10 defeat against No. 13 LSU, drawing criticism regarding coach Dabo Swinney’s roster management and transfer portal strategy. Elsewhere, No. 2 Oregon held off Boise State 34-27, and No. 6 Indiana posted a 52-16 victory over North Texas behind quarterback Josh Hoover. Pittsburgh sophomore Mason Heintschel set a program record with seven touchdown passes during a 59-14 rout of Miami (Ohio). Penn State also opened its campaign with a 45-0 shutout against Marshall. These performances highlight early-season adjustments for established programs and the impact of new rosters across the ACC, Big Ten, and other major conferences.

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By the Numbers

•LSU defeated Clemson 51-10 in a Saturday night matchup.
•Oregon secured a 34-27 victory against Boise State.
•Josh Hoover threw for four touchdowns in Indiana's 52-16 win over North Texas.
•Mason Heintschel recorded seven touchdown passes to lead Pittsburgh past Miami (Ohio) 59-14.
•Penn State beat Marshall 45-0.

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There were highs and lows from Week 1 in college football, starting with a bad loss by Clemson. The Tigers lead our winners and losers on Saturday.
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