NC State faces Virginia, Memphis battles UNLV in Week 0 college football
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 6:05 PM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026

Week 0 of college football features several matchups including NC State vs. Virginia and Memphis vs. UNLV on Saturday. The Wolfpack have historically performed well against Virginia, winning four of the last five meetings, though Virginia had a record-setting 11-win season in 2025. Virginia's quarterback Beau Pribula is anticipated to lead the team as they aim to continue their success, while Memphis, facing significant roster changes, looks to rebound against UNLV, which seeks its fifth consecutive season-opening win. Both games are expected to be competitive as trading markets indicate varied predictions on the outcomes.
- •NC State has won four of the last five matchups against Virginia.
- •Virginia recorded 11 wins in 2025 and aims to win opening game.
- •Beau Pribula led Virginia with a 67.4% completion rate last season.
- •Memphis deals with roster turnover, featuring one returning starter.
- •UNLV is pursuing a fifth consecutive season-opening victory.
- 6:05 PMCBS Sports — Week 0 college football predictions for Kalshi, Polymarket, Underdog: NC State-Virginia, UNLV-Memphis
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