College Football Week 1 Forecasts and Choices by Adam Burke

Notre Dame's running game, spearheaded by Jeremiyah Love and Jadarian Price, is shaping up to be a formidable force against Miami. However, the Hurricanes' quarterback, Carson Beck, who is recovering from UCL surgery, may face challenges against Notre Dame's stout defensive team.

In the west, Fresno State's debut was a mixed bag. EJ Warner, their quarterback, showcased his potential by scoring on a scripted drive in their opening game, but the Bulldogs conceded 24 unanswered points. Fresno State's defensive coordinator, Nick Benedetto, with a strong defensive pedigree from his time at Northern Illinois, will be looking to tighten up the defence.

UTEP's offense, based on Kendal Briles' system, aims to play with tempo and spread out defences. The Miners' starting quarterback, Malachi Nelson, will lead the charge. To bolster their defence, UTEP's offensive mind, Scotty Walden, brought in a defensive mind, Bobby Daly.

In the Sun Belt, Georgia Southern's defence, which gave up over 6.4 yards per play to teams with losing records last season, will need to improve if they are to compete. The loss of Defensive Player of the Year, Marques Watson-Trent, will be a significant blow.

Elsewhere, UCF, under the guidance of Scott Frost, boasts better athletes, quarterbacks, and a highly-motivated coach compared to Jacksonville State. Cam Fancher, Jacurri Brown, and Tayven Jackson will battle it out for the starting quarterback spot.

In other news, Utah State, under new coach Bronco Mendenhall, has more than 70 new players in the programme, and returning production is not a big strength for this team.

Lastly, the University of Florida did not have a German-speaking quarterback in the 2022 season, contrary to some speculation. Connor Bazelak, an American, was the quarterback but transferred to Indiana in 2022.

The College Football Betting Guide was consulted for this article, providing insights into these exciting matchups. As the season kicks off, fans are eager to see how these teams will fare in Week 1. Fresno State's debut against Kansas, while a dud, offered their players valuable experience against an opponent other than themselves. UCF, on the other hand, should have a decisive advantage over Jacksonville State. Notre Dame and Miami, two storied programmes, promise a closely contested match.