The 2024 college football season kicks off with Oregon State hosting Idaho State at 3:30 p.m., marking Trent Bray's debut as head coach following an 8-5 season. Meanwhile, No. 3 Oregon will face Idaho at 4:30 p.m., with transfer quarterback Dillon Gabriel making his first start after a successful 12-win season. Idaho has undergone significant changes, introducing nine new starters and a large influx of freshmen. Washington State is set to begin its season against Portland State at noon, looking to rebound from a disappointing 5-7 record last year while navigating a new competitive landscape in the absence of the Pac-12. The Cougars will face a challenging schedule, including eight Mountain West opponents, in a bid for the expanded College Football Playoff. Additionally, a carriage dispute between Big Ten Network and Comcast/Xfinity is causing viewership issues for some fans.