There are time-honored traditions that date back many decades. There are century-old marching bands and pulsating techno hits. There are rampaging animals, covered wagons, antique cars and even storied rocks. There are quaint customs and there are controversies -- it wouldn't be college football without controversy, right?

The college football season kicks off this weekend. To get you prepared, here's a list of 25 must-see games between then and mid-December.