The college football season is officially underway, and the excitement kicked off with a bang!

Boise State's Troubling Opener

In a stunning upset, No. 25 Boise State faced off against South Florida and was decisively defeated. The Bulls dominated from start to finish, forcing three fumbles and shutting down Boise's attempts on fourth down, sealing a convincing 34-7 victory. This loss poses serious questions about the Broncos' aspirations of making a return to the College Football Playoff.

A Star-Studded Showdown in Nebraska

On the marquee of the night, Dylan Raiola led Nebraska in a nail-biting clash, impressing not only fans but celebrity onlookers including Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce, and her idol, Patrick Mahomes. Raiola showcased his skills with a stellar performance, completing 33 of 42 passes for 243 yards and two touchdowns. However, the Cincinnati Bearcats kept the pressure on, nearly leveling the game. The tension peaked when Cincinnati QB Brendan Sorsby threw a late interception, handing Nebraska a narrow victory.

Other Notable Outcomes

In additional matchups, NC State just squeaked by East Carolina, and Oklahoma State's 27-7 win over UT-Martin raised more eyebrows than cheers. Meanwhile, Duke and Missouri made statements with emphatic wins against their Week 1 opponents.

As the dust settles on this thrilling opening night, fans are left buzzing about the drama and unexpected twists of college football.