Week 0 College Football Predictions and Odds for 2026
The 2026 Week 0 college football schedule is set for Saturday, August 29, starting in Ireland and concluding in Las Vegas, featuring eight games involving FBS teams. Among these, No. 14 USC is a significant favorite against San Jose State, with a spread of 38.5 points, while Florida State is favored by 31.5 points over New Mexico State.
The season kicks off with North Carolina facing TCU in Dublin, where the Tar Heels are 7.5-point underdogs. Another notable game includes North Dakota State making its FBS debut against Jacksonville State, with the Bison favored by 6.5 points. SportsLine's model, which has simulated each game 10,000 times, has provided predictions for all matchups.
One of the highlighted picks is Virginia covering a 5.5-point spread against NC State, benefiting from NC State's poor performance as a road underdog last season. Additionally, New Mexico State is projected to cover a 30.5-point spread against Florida State, which struggled in its previous season. The model indicates strong potential returns for those following its betting insights.
