Key matchups for College Football Week 1: No. 19 Miami-Florida and No. 13 LSU-No. 23 USC stand out

After a warmup during Week 0, college football enthusiasts can look forward to Week 1, which features a multitude of games from Thursday through Monday, including some exciting matchups. Teams like No. 1 Georgia facing off against No. 14 Clemson in Atlanta, No. 7 Notre Dame playing against No. 20 Texas A&M, and No. 8 Penn State taking on West Virginia are just a few of the noteworthy games. Other games like No. 19 Miami against Florida and No. 13 LSU versus No. 23 Southern California in Las Vegas also promise high-intensity action.
The first week of the college football season boasts a total of 59 FBS-FCS matchups this weekend, making it the busiest start to a season since 2010 with a previous high of 47 such games in 2017, according to SportRadar. Interestingly, Dave Brown, the founder of GridIron, a college football schedule-making software firm, attributes the increase to a mere coincidence.
Despite some games being considered filler, not all FBS-FCS matchups are expected to be one-sided affairs. Notable games to watch include North Dakota State against Colorado on Thursday and two-time defending FCS champion South Dakota State visiting No. 17 Oklahoma State on Saturday.
Several intriguing matchups in Week 1 include No. 19 Miami taking on Florida, No. 7 Notre Dame facing No. 20 Texas A&M, and No. 13 LSU playing against No. 23 Southern California. Fans can expect intense battles and potentially unexpected outcomes throughout the weekend.
In addition to these high-profile games, a number of other matchups are also set to take place, offering fans a diverse array of college football action over the weekend. Fans are eagerly anticipating the kickoff of the college football season, ready to cheer on their favorite teams and witness the excitement on the field.