The Beatline Blog
Game previews, instant postgame takeaways, and film-room analysis for every team — fresh every morning from our local experts.
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Ole Miss Rebels Edge Louisville Cardinals 41-38 in Week 1 Thriller
Ole Miss Rebels defeated Louisville Cardinals 41-38 on Sept 6, secured by Lucas Carneiro’s game-winning kick. Full recap and stats.
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Kentucky Beats Youngstown State 45-13 in Season Opener
Kentucky Wildcats defeat Youngstown State Penguins 45-13 behind Kenny Minchey’s 4 TDs, taking first in SEC.
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Kansas Jayhawks Beat Long Island University Sharks 51-6 Recap
Kansas Jayhawks defeat Long Island University Sharks 51-6 in their season opener. Isaiah Marshall and Yasin Willis lead the charge ahead of the Border War.
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Kansas State 71, Nicholls 3: Wildcats Open Season in Dominant Fashion
Kansas State defeats Nicholls 71-3. Avery Johnson throws for 3 TDs and runs for another as the Wildcats open the Collin Klein era with a statement win.
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Iowa State Beats Southeast Missouri State 38-10: Recap
Iowa State defeats Southeast Missouri State 38-10. Jaylen Raynor throws for two TDs and runs for two more in the Cyclones’ season opener.
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Indiana 52, North Texas 16: Hoosiers Rout Mean Green in Title Defense
Defending champ Indiana defeats North Texas 52-16. Josh Hoover throws 4 TDs as the Hoosiers take sole possession of 1st in the Big Ten.
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Houston Cougars Beat Oregon State 33-20: Weigman Leads Season Opener
No. 23 Houston defeats Oregon State 33-20 in season opener, led by Conner Weigman’s 305 passing yards and two total touchdowns.
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Florida Gators Beat Florida Atlantic Owls 66-21 in Sumrall Era Opener
Florida Gators defeat Florida Atlantic Owls 66-21. Aaron Philo and Jadan Baugh lead the Gators to a dominant win in Jon Sumrall’s debut.
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Georgia Bulldogs Beat Tennessee State 63-3 in Season Opener Recap
No. 3 Georgia defeats Tennessee State 63-3 behind Stockton and Frazier’s perfect starts, improving to 1-0.
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Florida State Beats New Mexico State 34-17 in Season Opener Recap
Florida State defeated New Mexico State 34-17 on August 31, 2026. Ashton Daniels led the Seminoles with dual-threat touchdowns in a decisive season-opening victory.
