Brad Powers and Joey Knish are back on Hit the Books to break down everything from the opening weekend of the 2026 college football season, including the biggest storylines, surprising results, betting takeaways, and the best bets from Week 1. From LSU’s statement win over Clemson and Ohio State and Texas looking the part ahead of their massive Week 2 showdown, to Michigan’s wild Hail Mary finish and the biggest betting lessons from the opening slate — Brad and Knish break down what actually matters moving forward. Then, it’s time to look ahead to Week 2 with an early breakdown of the biggest games, potential betting angles, lines to watch, and where the value could be before the market moves.
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