Week 1 College Football Results & Highlights: A Thrilling Kickoff to the 2025 Season

Darnell Sallins

September 2, 2025, 2:45AM

The 2025 college football season kicked off with an exciting mix of upsets, close games, and standout performances. Fans had plenty to cheer for as teams battled it out across the nation. Here’s a recap of the week’s results, along with some predictions and insights into the performances of our featured analysts, Cole Johnson and The Playmaker.

Weekend Recap: Key Outcomes

Friday, August 29

Georgia Tech edged out Colorado 27-20 in a tight contest.

• Predictions: Cole Johnson & The Playmaker: Colorado Buffaloes

Auburn demonstrated dominance over Baylor, winning 38-24 in an impressive showing.

• Predictions: Cole Johnson & The Playmaker: Auburn Tigers

Saturday, August 30

Tennessee proved too much for Syracuse in Atlanta, claiming victory with a 45-26 score.

• Predictions: Cole Johnson & The Playmaker: Tennessee Volunteers

Florida State upset Alabama, 31-17, showcasing their resilience early in the season.

• Predictions: Cole Johnson & The Playmaker: Alabama Crimson Tide

LSU outlasted Clemson 17-10 in a defensive battle, signaling potential surprises ahead.

• Predictions: Cole Johnson & The Playmaker: Clemson Tigers

Utah dominated UCLA 43-10, establishing early dominance in the Pac-12.

• Predictions: Cole Johnson & The Playmaker: Utah Utes

Sunday, August 31

South Carolina shut out Virginia Tech 24-0 in Atlanta, making a strong statement.

• Predictions: Cole Johnson: Virginia Tech Hokies, The Playmaker: South Carolina Gamecocks

Miami took down Notre Dame 27-10, ending the Irish’s hopes of an opening victory.

• Predictions: Cole Johnson & The Playmaker: Notre Dame Fighting Irish

Monday, September 1

In a notable matchup, TCU cruised past UNC on Monday, 48-14, highlighting their offensive firepower.

• Predictions: Cole Johnson & The Playmaker: UN Tar Heels

Spotlight Game of the Week

The clash between Texas and Ohio State brought plenty of excitement. Ohio State emerged victorious with a narrow 17-14 win, setting the tone for an unpredictable season.

• Predictions: Cole Johnson: Texas Longhorns, The Playmaker: Ohio State Buckeyes

Predictions and Performance Highlights

Our football analysts, Cole Johnson and The Playmaker, shared their predictions ahead of the season. Here’s how they performed in Week 1:

Cole Johnson went 4-6 on his predictions, showing a solid start but some misses in the big games.

The Playmaker went 5-5, narrowly edging out Johnson but also experiencing a few surprises.

Looking Ahead

The 2025 season promises more exhilarating matchups and surprises on the horizon. Fans are eager to see if these early predictions hold or if new contenders will emerge. Stay tuned for more analysis, game highlights, and expert insights throughout the season!