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?

Instead of “College GameDay,” ESPN is broadcasting a pregame show entitled “College Football Countdown” at 10 a.m. EST on Saturday. The two-hour show will serve as a preview of the Week 0 games as well as the college football season.