CFB Week 0 Recap: Belichick's Success and TCU's Struggles

The final Week 0 of college football showcased eight FBS games, highlighted by a significant victory for the North Carolina Tar Heels over the TCU Horned Frogs in Dublin. North Carolina's coach Bill Belichick took on defensive play-calling duties for the first time since 2019, leading the team to a 15-10 win.

TCU started strong with two explosive plays but struggled to adapt, failing to score in the second half and averaging only 3.17 yards per play. The Horned Frogs were penalized 11 times, including critical mistakes that contributed to their loss. In contrast, North Carolina's defense tightened, allowing just 121 total yards after halftime.

Virginia also made a statement by defeating NC State 34-8, demonstrating their potential as a contender in the ACC. The Cavaliers outperformed NC State significantly in yardage, with quarterback Beau Pribula leading the charge. Meanwhile, Florida State won against New Mexico State but faced concerns regarding their offensive line performance.