North Carolina edges TCU while USC's freshmen shine in Week 0
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 2:38 PM
Last updated Aug 30, 2026
In Week 0 of college football, North Carolina secured a victory against TCU in Dublin, with Bill Belichick getting a notable win as UNC's defense held TCU to just 10 points. Meanwhile, USC showcased the impact of its top-ranked freshman class in a solid win over San Jose State. Virginia's transfer quarterback, Beau Pribula, also made headlines with a strong performance, overshadowing NC State's hopes in the ACC. The results provide early insights into team dynamics and potential playoff implications as the season progresses.
- •North Carolina defeats TCU 10-0 in Dublin
- •USC impresses with strong freshman contributions
- •Virginia's Beau Pribula shines against NC State
- •TCU struggles offensively with only 10 points
- •Week 0 sets early tone for college football season
- 2:38 PMCBS Sports — College football winners, losers in Week 0: Bill Belichick's biggest college win, NC State barely shows up
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