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College football Week 0 features UNC vs. TCU among eight games

CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 4:56 PM

Last updated Aug 25, 2026

College football Week 0 features UNC vs. TCU among eight games
Summary

The 2026 college football season begins with eight games on Saturday, including a notable matchup between North Carolina and TCU in Dublin, Ireland. Last year's meeting saw TCU defeat UNC 48-14, raising stakes for both teams amid off-field controversies. NC State travels to face Virginia, while North Dakota State hosts Jacksonville State in their FBS debut. The matchups set the stage for a pivotal opening weekend as teams establish their season narratives.

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  • •North Carolina faces TCU in Dublin, starting at noon ET.
  • •NC State meets Virginia at 3:30 p.m. ET.
  • •North Dakota State plays Jacksonville State at 5:30 p.m. ET.
  • •UNC's performance hinges on resolving distractions before the game.
  • •Virginia aims to build on last year's 11-win season.
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  • 4:56 PMCBS Sports — Ranking Week 0 games on the college football schedule: From UNC vs. TCU to USC, Florida State openers
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The 2026 college football season kicks off Saturday with eight games involving FBS teams

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