College football's Week 1 showcased a mix of triumphs and struggles from first-year coaches, particularly highlighted by the SEC's significant changes with six new coaches. Here’s how they fared:

Lane Kiffin, LSU
Kiffin’s debut dazzled with a 51-10 victory over Clemson. The Tigers excelled in every phase, especially the running game, led by QB Sam Leavitt and RB Dilin Jones. Grade: A+

Kyle Whittingham, Michigan
Whittingham faced a disappointing start, as Michigan only managed 229 yards and 6 points against Western Michigan, struggling defensively. Grade: F

Bob Chesney, UCLA
Chesney's Bruins triumphed 45-24 against California, executing well on both offense and defense. Grade: A

Eric Morris, Oklahoma State
Morris's Cowboys faltered in a 24-10 loss to Tulsa, marking one of the worst offensive displays he’s witnessed. Grade: F

Pete Golding, Ole Miss
Golding's Rebels edged out No. 24 Louisville 41-38, but inconsistencies plagued the defense. Grade: C

James Franklin, Virginia Tech
Virginia Tech dominated VMI with a 73-3 score, showcasing impressive defensive stats. Grade: B

Jon Sumrall, Florida
Florida impressed with a 66-21 win over FAU, demonstrating a potent offense. Grade: B+

Will Stein, Kentucky
Stein's Wildcats showcased offensive prowess in their victory over Youngstown State, setting the stage for a challenging matchup against No. 13 Alabama. Grade: A

Alex Golesh, Auburn
Golesh's Tigers narrowly defeated Baylor 27-24, but concerns linger about the team's overall performance. Grade: C+

Matt Campbell, Penn State
Campbell secured a 45-0 win against Marshall, with strong contributions from former Iowa State players. Grade: B

Ryan Silverfield, Arkansas
Silverfield's Razorbacks won 31-14 against North Alabama, but turnovers caused unnecessary tension. Grade: C-

Pat Fitzgerald, Michigan State
Fitzgerald's Spartans struggled offensively but managed to survive against Toledo. Grade: C

Tosh Lupoi, California
Lupoi’s debut against UCLA was promising despite a loss, with standout performances from Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele and Adam Mohammed. Grade: B-

Tavita Pritchard, Stanford
Pritchard's Cardinal faced a tough rebuilding process, defeating Hawaii but losing heavily to Miami. Grade: C

These performances set the tone for the season, with each coach eager to improve in the coming weeks.