College football is back, and 14 Big Ten teams began their campaigns this past weekend.
Maryland football began its season on a winning note, taking down Towson, 38-6. Taulia Tagovailoa threw for 260 yards and managed four total touchdowns, while Corey Dyches hauled in six receptions for 108 yards and a touchdown.
Overall, Big Ten teams went 8-1 this week in non-conference matchups, and two conference games were played as well.
Here’s what stood out from the first weekend of Big Ten football.
Biggest surprise: Toledo vs. Illinois
Last season, Illinois head coach Bret Bielema gave fans optimism by finishing 8-5, the program’s best mark since 2007.