In the world of college football, the excitement of the season is in full swing, but the real action is just beginning. With the newly expanded 12-team format for the College Football Playoff (CFP), teams now have a longer leash early on, allowing for more access and hope in their pursuit of a championship.

Week 1, dubbed "Week 0" by some, saw its fair share of surprises and overreactions. One such example is Florida State's loss to Georgia Tech, which sent social media into a frenzy. However, it's important to remember that there are still plenty of games left in the season for redemption.

The expanded CFP brings some unwritten rules into play. Unlike in the BCS era, where winning your conference was the clearest path to a championship, teams now have more flexibility. Even if a team suffers an early loss or a significant defeat, as long as they go on to win their conference, they can still be in the running for a spot in the CFP. The top five ranked conference champions automatically secure a spot in the playoff, giving teams a chance at redemption.

This week's games are particularly intriguing because they are not definitive. One such matchup is between Clemson and Georgia, where Clemson's head coach Dabo Swinney is under scrutiny. With a relatively high number of losses last season, the pressure is on for Clemson to prove they are still contenders. The Bulldogs, on the other hand, have an impressive 39-game winning streak in the regular season and are favored to win this weekend's game.

Another compelling matchup is between Florida and Miami, which is being compared to a "loser-leave-town" match in pro wrestling. New head coach Billy Napier of Florida cannot afford a loss, considering the challenging schedule ahead. Meanwhile, Miami's coach Mario Cristobal needs to show progress and improve upon his 12-13 record in his first two seasons.

Penn State's season opener against West Virginia is also highly anticipated, especially with the addition of their new offensive coordinator Andy Kotelnicki. Penn State is aiming to extend their 21-game winning streak against unranked opponents, but they will face a tough challenge from West Virginia's punishing running game.

Overall, the expanded College Football Playoff format has brought new hope to teams and fans alike. Losing early in the season no longer spells the end of championship aspirations. With more access and a longer leash, teams have the opportunity to rebound and secure a spot in the highly coveted playoff. As the season progresses, the pressure will intensify, and only the most resilient teams will emerge as true contenders.

-Note: The generated article has been written based on the information provided and may not reflect current events or actual outcomes of the mentioned games.