College football teams adjust rankings after Week 0 season openers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 31, 2026, 12:40 PM
Last updated Aug 31, 2026

The 2026 college football season began with eight FBS matchups, prompting early assessments of several programs. North Carolina earned a 15-10 win over TCU, while North Dakota State successfully transitioned to the FBS level by defeating Jacksonville State. USC showcased a new freshman receiving corps against San Jose State, and Virginia quarterback Beau Pribula recorded over 100 rushing yards in a performance against North Carolina State. Conversely, Florida State struggled despite a 34-17 win over New Mexico State, remaining tied or within 10 points for much of the contest. Sacramento State also faced difficulties in its FBS debut, showing limited offensive success in the MAC. These results provide an initial look at roster development and coaching shifts across the league as programs prepare for upcoming conference schedules.
- •North Carolina defeated TCU 15-10 with strong play at the line of scrimmage.
- •North Dakota State successfully debuted in the FBS by beating Jacksonville State.
- •Florida State beat New Mexico State 34-17 but struggled to pull away late.
- •Virginia quarterback Beau Pribula recorded 100 rushing yards against North Carolina State.
- •Sacramento State struggled on offense during its first game in the MAC.
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