Pribula Shines in Virginia's Dominant ACC Opener; UC Davis Survives Upset Bid

The 2026 college football season continued with a strong showing from Virginia, who decisively defeated NC State 34-8 in their ACC opener. Transfer quarterback Beau Pribula was a standout performer in his Cavaliers debut, accounting for over 250 total yards and three touchdowns, becoming the first Virginia quarterback since 2022 to rush for over 100 yards in a game. The Cavaliers' offense and defense combined for a commanding performance, establishing an early lead they never relinquished.

In another notable contest, UC Davis managed to avoid an upset bid from Portland State, ultimately securing a 34-21 victory. Despite trailing significantly, the Aggies rallied behind quarterback Treynor Cleeland and running back Jordan Fisher, who each contributed two touchdowns. Cleeland's late touchdown pass sealed the comeback win for UC Davis in their Big Sky Conference opener. Other early season games included Monmouth's opener against Tennessee Tech and UT Permian Basin's matchup with UT Rio Grande Valley.