College football teams show mixed results during the opening week of play
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 9, 2026, 7:48 PM
Last updated Sep 9, 2026

The college football season is underway following a series of week one performances that varied across the. Teams including Ohio State, Georgia, Texas, Indiana, and LSU secured wins against their opponents. SMU recorded a road victory against Florida State, marking a notable performance among ranked programs. Conversely, Michigan, Oregon, and West Virginia faced scrutiny despite their results, while Clemson and Oklahoma State suffered losses. These early games carry weight due to the abbreviated 12-game schedule, where each result influences team narratives early in the year. Observations remain fluid as programs adjust to player consistency and varying levels of execution during the initial stretch of the season.
- •Ohio State, Georgia, Texas, Indiana, and LSU recorded wins in week one.
- •SMU earned a road win against Florida State.
- •Clemson and Oklahoma State sustained losses to begin the season.
- •Michigan, Oregon, and West Virginia faced criticism regarding their performance despite individual results.
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