The time for preseason chatter is finished.
We’re done with Media Days. And fall camps. And – though we had fun debating them and putting them together – preseason all-conference, all-state and all-American lists.
At long last, let’s play some games!
Five season openers involving North Carolina college teams are on the docket for Thursday, with two more – pushed back by Hurricane Idalia’s visit to Southeastern North Carolina – coming Friday afternoon.
Check back here for final scores:
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Thursday, August 31 Barton 41, Chowan 0 FINAL Wake Forest 37, Elon 17 FINAL William & Mary 34, Campbell 24 FINAL NC State 24, Connecticut 14 FINAL UAB 35, NC A&T 6 FINAL Friday, September 1 Fayetteville State at UNC Pembroke 3 p.m. Albany State at Wingate 4 p.m.
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The Latest Headlines From NC Football News:
- ACC Friday Football Schedule Gives Duke, NC State, Wake Forest Extra Spotlight In 2026
Five Friday ACC football games will involve North Carolina teams, including two each for Blue Devils, Wolfpack. - Carolina Panthers 2026 Schedule Shows A Team Back In The NFL Spotlight
The Panthers open and close the regular season at home, play three prime-time games and face a first-place schedule after winning the NFC South. - Former UCLA Quarterback Parker McQuarrie Transfers to Johnson C. Smith
Defending CIAA champs land a former four-star prep prospect with Power Four experience - Stadium Spotlight: Moretz Stadium blends history and modern flair at Lenoir-Rhyne
The fourth-oldest stadium in continuous use in NCAA Division II has hosted national semifinal games, championship moments and one of the best atmospheres in small college football. - 10 North Carolina D2 football non-conference matchups we can’t wait to see in 2026
First two weeks of the season will be stacked with playoff worthy games featuring CIAA, SAC and Conference Carolinas
