College Teams Ready for Season Openers

Alabama football has released its defensive depth chart ahead of its season opener against Western Kentucky, with Domani Jackson expected to start at the unannounced cornerback position. Ohio State, which has a strong track record against MAC schools, will face Akron with Kansas State transfer Will Howard as the starting quarterback, though they will miss several key players including Donovan Jackson. Mississippi State, with new head coach Jeff Lebby, will test its offense against Eastern Kentucky, featuring transfer QB Blake Shapen and running back Keyvone Lee. Georgia, ranked No. 1, prepares for its opener against No. 14 Clemson, with some key players like Trevor Etienne not expected to play.