North Carolina and Virginia climb in college football rankings after Week 0
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 8:24 AM
Last updated Aug 30, 2026
College football rankings have been updated following Week 0 games, with Virginia's decisive 34-8 victory over NC State and North Carolina's win against TCU having the most significant impact. Virginia's performance helped them rise in the standings, while NC State suffered the biggest drop. North Dakota State's strong showing in their first FBS game also earned them a positive ranking shift. Conversely, Florida State's performance against New Mexico State raised concerns about their offensive line. Week 1 promises further action as teams prepare for upcoming matchups.
- •Virginia defeats NC State 34-8, boosting their ranking.
- •North Carolina shocks TCU, impacting their standing.
- •North Dakota State wins their first FBS game, moves up.
- •Florida State's performance raises concerns about the team.
- •Week 1 matches are approaching, affecting rankings further.
- 8:24 AMYahoo Sports — College Football Rankings Week 1: Who's Up, Who's Down After Week 0?
"With Virginia destroying NC State, North Carolina shocking TCU, and Memphis looking great against UNLV, here are the Week 1 rankings for all 138 teams.
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