Major Upsets Rock College Football as Texas and Alabama Suffer Stunning Week 1 Defeats
The opening weekend of the 2025 college football season delivered seismic shockwaves as two national powers; the Texas Longhorns and the Alabama Crimson Tide, both stumbled in upset losses. Top-ranked Texas, led by Heisman front-runner Arch Manning, fell 14–7 on the road against No. 3 Ohio State. Manning, who entered the season as the face of the sport, struggled to find rhythm against a relentless Buckeye defense. Despite a late touchdown drive that offered hope, Ohio State’s defense held firm in the closing minutes, sealing the win and handing Texas an early setback in its quest for a national championship.
