College Football's Jaw-Dropping Week 2: Upsets, Sloppy Play, and Notre Dame's Embarrassment

Week 2 of college football was filled with unexpected results, from Notre Dame's shocking loss to Northern Illinois to Iowa State's upset of Iowa. Here are some key takeaways from the wild weekend.

The second week of college football delivered a series of jaw-dropping results that left fans and analysts alike scratching their heads. Here are some of the most notable takeaways from the weekend's action:

Former head coach Nick Saban may have a point when he suggests that this year's Alabama team may not be ready to compete at the highest level. The Crimson Tide looked sluggish and uninspired for much of their game against South Florida, allowing three sacks and committing three turnovers. This sloppy performance raises questions about Alabama's ability to compete with the nation's top teams, especially with Wisconsin and Georgia looming on the horizon.

Michigan's performance against Washington suggests that the Wolverines are far from being a top-10 team. The offense lacks an identity at quarterback and running back, and the team's only true offensive weapon is tight end Colston Loveland. With a tough schedule ahead, it's difficult to imagine Michigan winning more than eight games this season.

Notre Dame's loss to Northern Illinois at home was one of the most embarrassing results of the weekend. Not only did the Huskies beat the Irish 16-14, but Notre Dame paid $1.4 million for the privilege. This humiliating loss raises serious questions about Notre Dame's ability to compete at a high level and suggests that major changes may be needed within the program.

Iowa State's upset of Iowa was one of the most unexpected results of the weekend. The Cyclones, who were picked to finish near the bottom of the Big 12, dominated the Hawkeyes 10-7. This victory is a testament to Iowa State's improvement under head coach Matt Campbell and could signal a changing of the guard in the Big 12.

Illinois' 38-14 victory over Kansas was another surprising result of the weekend. The Fighting Illini, who were picked to finish last in the Big Ten West, dominated the Jayhawks from start to finish. This victory gives Illinois a much-needed confidence boost and could help them exceed expectations this season.

Texas' 49-20 victory over Michigan was a clear statement that the Longhorns are a legitimate contender in the Big 12. The Longhorns' offense exploded for 584 yards, while the defense held Michigan to just 168 yards. This victory is a major boost for Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian and could put the Longhorns in the national championship conversation.