​College football Saturday returned, and while FBS schools produced plenty of lopsided scores, several key matchups didn’t disappoint. The official opening weekend of college football had it all.There were high-scoring games, dramatic finishes and even some major controversy. It was truly an opening weekend with plenty of buzz for college football fans to enjoy.MORE: Lane Kiffin trolls LSU football haters with viral ‘pro players’ interviewHere are the most thrilling games from Week 1 that you may want to take the time to watch on replay:1. Eastern Michigan at MichiganSep 5, 2026; Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA; Michigan Wolverines quarterback Bryce Underwood (19) walks out of the tunnel for warmups before their game against Western Michigan at Michigan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Lon Horwedel-Imagn Images Credit: IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect (Reuters)Michigan’s 13-12 victory doesn’t appear to be much of a thriller. In fact, it’s pretty embarrassing for the Wolverines. However, this could be the most consequential game of the early season. It will also undoubtedly be the most memorable for all the wrong reasons.Michigan’s Hail Mary attempt appeared to come up short, giving Eastern Michigan a stunning upset. Until the Big Ten officiating crew whipped up some home cooking…MORE: Big Ten issues statement explaining why Michigan was given one more chance at Hail MaryMichigan was given one more second following a replay review, allowing the Wolverines one more chance at a last-gasp Hail Mary. They converted the heave to the end zone, giving Michigan the controversial 13-12 victory.2. Baylor vs. Auburn (Chick-fil-A Kickoff)Sep 5, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Baylor Bears wide receiver Louis Brown IV (4) catches a pass for a touchdown against the Auburn Tigers in the second quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images Credit: IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect (Reuters)If not for the baffling controversy of EMU-Michigan, this game would have easily taken the cake. Dave Aranda brought his Baylor Bears to Atlanta to take on the Alex Golesh-led Auburn Tigers in Golesh’s first game as head coach.The game wasn’t lighting up the scoreboard, but the fourth quarter delivered some of the gutsiest plays of the college football weekend. Both teams traded late touchdowns in what became a thrilling conclusion to the Chick-fil-A Kickoff.MORE: It’s not too early to say two Ohio State stars could be Heisman finalistsBaylor’s two-point conversion came up inches short, giving Auburn a 17-16 victory.3. Boise State at OregonSep 5, 2026; Eugene, Oregon, USA; Oregon Ducks running back Dierre Hill Jr. (6) carries the ball during the second half against the Boise State Broncos at Autzen Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images Credit: IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect (Reuters)Oregon were massive favorites over Boise State, but this Boise State team may have reminded some why the Broncos were a playoff team just a c