College football programs struggle in opening week of 2026 season

The 2026 college football season began with several upsets and officiating controversies across the league. Michigan secured a victory over Western Michigan following a late-game Hail Mary, a play facilitated by a clock discrepancy that prompted Big Ten officiating review. Elsewhere, Rutgers fell to Massachusetts 37-21, while Bowling Green became the first FBS team to lose to an FCS opponent after a 20-13 defeat by Tarleton State. Oklahoma State also dropped its opening game to Tulsa 24-10, extending its losing streak to 12 games. Michigan State managed a win against Toledo despite unusual incidents on the field, including a player vomiting during a play. The results highlight early-season challenges for multiple established programs entering the new campaign.

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