Local college football players open season across Division I FBS programs

Week 1 of the Division I FBS college football season featured several performances from players hailing from the Valley. Western Michigan quarterback Broc Lowry completed 15 of 21 passes for 89 yards in a 13-12 loss to No. 16 Michigan. Rice offensive guard Patrick Valent and San Diego State center Isaac Lucas helped their teams secure victories, with the Owls defeating Houston Christian 31-3 and the Aztecs beating Portland State 53-20. Akron defensive back Tairan Davis Jr recorded 5 tackles in a 38-16 loss to Wake Forest, while teammate Terence Thomas added 3 tackles. Nebraska freshman Danny Odem III made his first collegiate appearance in a 49-21 victory over Ohio. The week continues Sunday as Louisville defensive back DJ Waller faces No. 9 Ole Miss.

• 9:34 PMYahoo Sports — From the Valley to FBS: Lowry leads Week 1 roundup