College football teams conclude opening week as ACC and playoff races develop

College football programs completed the Week 0 slate following eight games at the FBS level. Virginia defeated North Carolina State 34-8, signaling a potential return to contention within the ACC after the Cavaliers previously won the regular season title in 2025. In other action, North Carolina earned a victory over TCU while Memphis overcame a first-half deficit to beat UNLV. USC recorded a win against San Jose State, though the performance raised questions regarding the Trojans' defensive play after giving up 26 points. While these results impact early standings, analysts look ahead to key matchups, including a scheduled meeting between Memphis and Boise State in Week 3 that could carry significant implications for the College Football Playoff selection process.

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