After a drama-filled Saturday, faculty football’s opening weekend rolls on with two marquee matchups Sunday.

Kicking issues off might be one other ACC vs. SEC conflict that includes Virginia Tech towards South Carolina. Then, within the nightcap, Notre Dame heads to Hard Rock Stadium to revive an previous rivalry with Miami.

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What awaits on Sunday?

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Virginia Tech vs. South Carolina (-6.5), 3 p.m. ET (ESPN): Virginia Tech has had quite a lot of roster turnover however brings again QB Kyron Drones in what could possibly be a make-or-break 12 months for head coach Brent Pry. South Carolina QB LaNorris Sellers was among the best within the SEC in 2024 and appears to take one other step ahead in 2025. He could have to for the Gamecocks to maintain their success.

Notre Dame vs. Miami (+2.5), 7:30 p.m. ET (ABC): Notre Dame returns gamers like RB Jeremiyah Love and LB Drayk Bowen from final season’s nationwide championship runner-up staff, however the Irish have a brand new face at QB in CJ Carr. Sunday can be the primary recreation of the Carson Beck period at Miami, however the Hurricanes’ playoff hopes will hinge on their protection. The Hurricanes allowed over 25 factors per recreation in 2024.

Follow alongside beneath as Yahoo Sports breaks down all of the motion, and here is how to watch college football this season.



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