The first week of college football is done, and fans surely have a lot to say about their teams’ performances. Here, we’ll try to offer some perspective on these early reactions.

If you’re not familiar with this section, the strong opinions listed below reflect the thoughts of fans or commentators, whether on air, online, or just exclaimed at home. (Believe us, we know you’re out there shouting!)

While some immediate responses may turn out to be spot-on, all will need further observation.

Check out the five biggest overreactions from the opening week of games.

Southern California Could Win the Big Ten

No one is definitively claiming this yet, but the Trojans’ victory over LSU stands out as a major opening weekend win that could have implications down the road. Their performance was clearly the most impressive among the new West Coast teams in the league, especially since Oregon struggled to defeat FCS’s Idaho.

That said, there’s still a long season ahead, and other Big Ten teams also shone in Week 1. However, USC seems to have bolstered its defense, now able to make key stops, and boasts a quarterback in Miller Moss who can steer the team during critical moments. So, while they might not be the favorites for the title just yet, they’re definitely a team to watch.

Notre Dame is Playoff Material

We won’t just write off the Fighting Irish from playoff contention yet; their odds have definitely improved. They cleared a significant first hurdle by defeating Texas A&M.

However, some upcoming games could be tougher than they initially seemed. The match against a motivated Georgia Tech on October 26 is one to watch, and the season finale against USC holds extra importance now. In the expanding playoff landscape, Notre Dame might endure a loss and still be in contention for an at-large spot. As Han Solo famously reminded us, “Great, kid, don’t get cocky.”

The ACC is in Trouble

The early signs don’t paint a rosy picture for the conference. Florida State and Clemson, formerly the league’s strongholds, have already taken losses, and Virginia Tech stumbled against Vanderbilt. While Stanford put up a fight against TCU, they ultimately fell short. Even the winning teams have red flags: North Carolina State had a tough time against FCS’s Western Carolina, North Carolina managed to edge out Minnesota but lost its starting quarterback, and Miami’s impressive performance might say more about the declining state of Florida’s program than the Hurricanes’ competence.

Now, everyone take a deep breath. No, Anna Nalick probably isn’t an ACC fan—but we digress.

The truth is, the ACC will have a seat at the playoff table thanks to expansion, and a lot can change in the sport before December. While currently no team in the conference seems ready for a championship run, with only one or two games played, it’s too early to dismiss the entire league.

Ashton Jeanty for Heisman

Just one week doesn’t usually define a Heisman campaign, but if you didn’t know Boise State’s remarkable running back Ashton Jeanty before, you definitely know him now after his 267 yards and six touchdowns against Georgia Southern. He’ll have another spotlight opportunity next week against Oregon.

However, Jeanty faces a tough road ahead due to the rarity of non-quarterbacks winning the Heisman—only three have done so in the past 15 years, all from Alabama. The top teams tend to have more opportunities to showcase their star players.

Yet, in this expanding playoff era, if Boise State remains competitive for the Mountain West title—and possibly earns a playoff invite with some luck—Jeanty’s name could stay in the conversation. He may not win, but fans might see him at the ceremony in New York City. For now, Broncos fans should just enjoy having him on the roster for another year.

A Two-Minute Timeout? Seriously?

The addition of a stoppage in each half—officially not referred to as a warning—stirred up a bit of controversy among fans and analysts alike. This rule seems tailored for television, leaving some coaches scrambling to adjust their strategies.

Ultimately, most fans will likely become accustomed to this change as it integrates into the game’s routine. Sure, some coaches with questionable clock management skills may struggle, but Even with possibilities for second chances—and the likelihood of still making mistakes—viewers are likely to find it doesn’t disrupt their experience too much, especially considering the frequent interruptions that take place at the end of halves.