North Dakota State wins first FBS game as Week 0 concludes

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Last updated Sep 2, 2026

North Dakota State wins first FBS game as Week 0 concludes
Summary

The 2026 college football season began with a series of matchups involving Mountain West and PAC-12 teams. North Dakota State secured its first victory as an FBS program by defeating Jacksonville State. In other outcomes, UNLV recorded a loss against Memphis after trailing in the second half, while Hawaii fell to Stanford following a slow start and a controversial finish. Quarterback Luke Weaver debuted for San Jose State during a game against USC. These results conclude the initial slate of games, shifting focus toward upcoming season openers. Coaches and teams are now preparing for Week 1, with specific storylines developing around quarterback transitions and early-season non-conference competition.

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  • North Dakota State defeated Jacksonville State in its first game as an FBS program.
  • Memphis defeated UNLV after a second-half scoring surge.
  • Stanford defeated Hawaii following a late comeback attempt.
  • Luke Weaver made his starting debut for San Jose State against USC.
  • Week 1 previews include storylines for 13 PAC-12 and Mountain West teams.
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Week 0 delivered a big win for the Bison and some disappointing losses for others. What will Week 1 have in store?

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