College football Week 0 begins with TCU facing North Carolina in Ireland
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Last updated Aug 28, 2026

College football kicks off on August 29 with North Carolina playing TCU in Ireland. The game is set to start the season for five ACC teams, including NC State and Virginia, who will compete in a new nine-game schedule. The NFL preseason is nearing its end, with teams required to cut their rosters to 53 by 6 p.m. ET on August 30. Players like Taylen Green are under pressure as they aim for final roster spots amid rising tensions in training camps. Legal issues around Josh Jacobs could lead to a possible suspension, following his recent misdemeanor charges.
- •North Carolina and TCU meet in Week 0 in Ireland
- •Five ACC teams start their seasons this weekend
- •NFL roster cuts must be completed by August 30
- •Taylen Green impresses in preseason debut
- •Josh Jacobs faces misdemeanor charges, possible suspension
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