College Fantasy Football discusses implications of Week 0 for drafts
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 4:44 PM
Last updated Jul 29, 2026
Week 0 of college football features a selection of eight FBS games on August 29, which serve as a pseudo-preseason but do not generate statistics. Key players like USC's young wide receivers and Virginia's unsettled backfield are highlighted as potential impact stories for fantasy drafts. Coaches are scrutinizing new rotations, particularly with TCU's Jaden Craig set to make his first Power Four start against North Carolina. The dynamic among teams during Week 0 can significantly affect drafting strategies as players like Hawaii's Jackson Harris once demonstrated in previous seasons.
- •Week 0 occurs on August 29 with eight FBS matchups.
- •North Carolina faces TCU and NC State plays Virginia in Power Four games.
- •USC features a young receiver corps needing early development.
- •Virginia's backfield is open with several transfer options.
- •Jaden Craig makes his first start for TCU against a strong UNC defense.
- 4:44 PMYahoo Sports — College Fantasy Football: You may not be familiar with Week 0 — here's how it could affect the way you draft
"You may not be aware of College Football's Week 0 and how it will affect fantasy. Not to worry, Eric Froton has everything you need to know.
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