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The 10 best moments from college football's opening week

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College football is officially back.

The season's first Saturday was ripe with exciting matchups, jaw-dropping plays, and shocking upsets.

Here are the 10 best moments from Week 1:

Tua kicks off season with a bang

Tua Tagovailoa started at quarterback for Alabama and scored on his very first drive, throwing an impressive touchdown pass to Jerry Jeudy.

Vasher channels inner OBJ with ridiculous catch

It was a rough afternoon for Texas Tech, but sophomore wide receiver T.J. Vasher made arguably the best catch of Week 1.

Maryland honors McNair

In a heartwarming moment, the Terrapins sent 10 men onto the field for their first play to honor Jordan McNair, who died in June.

Michigan gets Moss'd

More great catches! This time, Notre Dame wide receiver Chris Finke climbs over a Wolverines defender for an incredible touchdown.

Boise State debuts Turnover Throne

The Broncos debuted a new prop on the sidelines for Saturday's game, and thus, the Turnover Throne is the king of college football gimmicks.

Penn State narrowly avoids upset

Down 38-31 late in the fourth quarter, Trace McSorley threw a touchdown pass to KJ Hamler and led a scoring drive in overtime shortly thereafter. The Nittany Lions defense then forced an interception to end Appalachian State's quest for the week's biggest upset.

Wyoming scores safety on bad snap

In one of the week's more bizarre plays, Wyoming forced a safety from a bad snap on a Washington State punt.

Pounds scores incredible TD

Auburn defeated Washington in a tight top-10 matchup, but Huskies wide receiver Quinten Pounds put on a show for the fans in attendance.

Maryland upsets Texas for second straight season

Deja vu. For the second straight season opener, Maryland defeated No. 23 Texas in an exciting contest. The Longhorns failed to live up to their preseason hype.

Cannella's leaping TD helps Auburn beat Washington

Tigers wide receiver Sal Cannella made one of the week's top plays, high-pointing a Jarrett Stidham pass for an incredible touchdown.

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