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College football power rankings by odds: Notre Dame, Miami jump ahead of Week 2

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After months of waiting, Week 1 of the college football season produced plenty of excitement and intrigue. USC's game-winning touchdown over LSU with seconds left on Sunday night put a stamp on a thrilling first weekend of action.

Boston College's 28-13 upset over Florida State Monday night officially closed the first weekend of college football. Now that the dust's settled, the top 25 sees some changes. Same goes for championship odds - wins for a few programs bumped them up the rankings after a strong performance.

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Here's how the top 12 looks after Week 1.

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All numbers from BetMGM college football odds as of Tuesday.

T-11. Tennessee (1-0) (+3500)

The Volunteers did exactly what was expected of them in Week 1 by racing out to a 45-0 lead by halftime at home against Chattanooga. Quarterback Nico Iamaleava broke the program record for passing yards in a half in his first career start for the Volunteers and finished 22 of 28 for 314 yards and three touchdowns. Tennessee tallied 718 yards of total offense in a tuneup before next week's matchup at home against No. 23 NC State.

T-11. LSU (0-1) (+3500)

Sunday night's loss continues the streak of opening-day losses for the Tigers. The last time LSU won their season opener, Joe Burrow was the starting quarterback. A penalty on LSU safety Jardin Gilbert helped the Trojans get in range for a touchdown late. Quarterback Garrett Nussmeier shook off an interception on his first dropback as a Tiger to go 29 for 38 for 304 yards and two touchdowns for the night. LSU will look to get back on track next week against Nicholls in Baton Rouge.

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10. Michigan (1-0) (+3000)

Michigan began its title defense slowly on offense before pulling away in the second half. The Wolverines led 10-3 at halftime but Fresno State cut it to 16-10 with 10 minutes left in the fourth quarter. Michigan pulled away with touchdowns by the offense and defense. New starting quarterback Davis Warren was a bit shaky in going 15 for 25 for 118 yards, one touchdown and one interception. But the defense played well - punctuated by Will Johnson's pick-six - ahead of a showdown with No. 4 Texas in Week 2.

9. Miami (1-0) (+2500)

Transfer quarterback Cam Ward put on a show in his first start for the Hurricanes as Miami earned coach Mario Cristobal's second win over an SEC team. Ward went 26 for 35 for 385 yards, three touchdowns, and one interception with 33 yards on the ground as well. The Hurricanes were in control throughout the game and held Florida's offense to just 261 total yards and 1-9 on third down. They take on Florida A&M at home in Week 2.

8. Penn State (1-0) (+2000)

The Nittany Lions' offense looked very good in the first game under offensive coordinator Andy Kotelnicki. Quarterback Drew Allar threw for three touchdowns and 216 yards on 11 of 17 passing and Penn State totaled 222 yards on the ground. New defensive coordinator Tom Allen's unit played well, too, and held West Virginia to just 3.7 yards per play.

7. Notre Dame (1-0) (+1600)

The Irish won the second of three games featuring two top-25 teams in Week 1 with their win in College Station. Notre Dame's defense stepped up and allowed just 246 total yards of offense, including 100 yards passing. Running back Jeremiyah Love led the way with 14 carries for 91 yards and the go-ahead touchdown in the fourth quarter. This was a win to build on in Week 2 against Northern Illinois.

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6. Ole Miss (1-0) (+1500)

The Rebels started 2024 off with the most points scored in Lane Kiffin's tenure in Oxford. Quarterback Jaxson Dart totaled 445 yards and six touchdowns in the first half as Ole Miss cruised to a win. The highly-touted transfer class already has solid returns. They'll stay home in Week 2 to take on Middle Tennessee State.

5. Alabama (1-0) (+1200)

Alabama opened the Kalen DeBoer era in Tuscaloosa with a convincing win over the Hilltoppers. Quarterback Jalen Milroe needed just seven completions to total 200 yards and three touchdowns through the air in addition to 79 yards and two touchdowns on the ground. Alabama's defense held Western Kentucky to just 145 total yards on the day in a dominant start to 2024. The Tide stay home to take on South Florida in Week 2.

4. Texas (1-0) (+850)

The Longhorns had their biggest Week 1 win since 2020 with their victory over the Rams. Quarterback Quinn Ewers went 20 of 27 for 260 yards and three touchdowns before highly-touted quarterback Arch Manning got his first action of the season, throwing for 95 yards and two total touchdowns. Texas has a much bigger challenge in Week 2 with a road game against No. 9 Michigan.

3. Oregon (1-0) (+750)

Oregon opened the post-Bo Nix era with a shaky win over Idaho. The Ducks managed 487 total yards to Idaho's 217 and had just one turnover. Transfer quarterback Dillon Gabriel went 41 for 49 for 380 yards and two touchdowns. But some sloppy play - three sacks allowed and eight penalties - kept the Ducks from pushing the score higher. They'll host Boise State in Week 2, looking to put on a more complete performance.

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2. Ohio State (+375)

Ohio State showcased its deep crop of talented skill position players in Week 1, including true freshman wide receiver Jeremiah Smith (six catches for 92 yards and two touchdowns). Transfer quarterback Will Howard took some time to get rolling in his first game with the Buckeyes but finished with 228 yards and three touchdowns on 17 for 28 passing. Ohio State stays home for its Week 2 matchup with Western Michigan.

1. Georgia (+280)

The Bulldogs started the season strong with a thorough win against the No. 22 Tigers. Quarterback Carson Beck threw for 278 yards and two touchdowns, running back Nate Frazier had 83 yards and a touchdown, and the Bulldogs defense held Clemson to just 188 yards and 13 first downs on offense. The only blemish was penalties as Georgia totaled seven for 70 yards. They should add another in the win column in Week 2 at home against Tennessee Tech.

Next five: T-13. Missouri (+4000), Utah (+4000); 14. Clemson (+5000), T-16. USC (+6000), Texas A&M (+6000)

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