The 2026 college football season just dropped its first bomb: an eight-game Week 0 slate is officially here, and DraftKings is ready to make it rain with $200 in bonus bets for anyone who throws down a single $5 wager. This isn’t just about catching some early season action; it’s about kicking off your betting game with a serious boost, getting those bonus bets within 21 days for just five bucks down.
Week 0 Kicks Off With Big Plays and Big Bets
Today isn’t just a warm-up; it’s the real deal, starting with North Carolina vs. TCU live from Dublin, Ireland, at noon ET. This game is massive because it marks the start of Bill Belichick’s second year leading the Tar Heels. But that’s just the opener! We’ve also got NC State vs. Virginia, Hawaii vs. Stanford, and Memphis vs. UNLV lighting up the scoreboard across the day. And if you’re looking for fireworks, the USC vs. San Jose State game is currently boasting the highest over/under of the day at a whopping 61.5 points on DraftKings. Imagine hitting that and then having $200 in bonus bets in your account? Talk about a win-win.
SportsLine’s Sharpest Picks and Belichick’s Offensive Weapon
Our pals at SportsLine, with their Projection Model and team of experts, are already dropping absolute gems for Saturday’s best bets on DraftKings. They’ve got North Carolina, led by the legendary Bill Belichick, making a strong statement and covering as 8.5-point underdogs against TCU. That’s a bold call, and you know Belichick wants to bounce back hard after a 4-8 season in his first year. He’s not messing around either: he just brought in Bobby Petrino as offensive coordinator, who had Arkansas running the 13th-ranked total offense last season. That’s a serious upgrade! The model is also hammering the Over 56.5 points in the UNLV vs. Memphis game, predicting a high-scoring shootout. And get this, SportsLine expert Eric Cohen has locked in a specific pick for Virginia vs. NC State. This model isn’t just guessing, either; it simulates every FBS game 10,000 times and has been on a ridiculous 31-19 run on top-rated money-line picks since the 2024 season, even getting an upgrade for 2026 to factor in the transfer portal. These guys are dialed in!
Stack ‘Em Up and Cash Out!
Now, if you’re feeling brave and want to turn a good day into an epic payday, the experts have even laid out a potential parlay for these Week 0 matchups. Combine North Carolina at +8.5, NC State vs. Virginia going Under 51.5 total points, and Memphis vs. UNLV hitting Over 56.5 total points, and you’re looking at a sweet +579 payout! We’re talking about turning a $100 risk into a $579 profit! Week 0 college football is here, the betting lines are hot, and DraftKings is giving you a massive head start. Don’t miss out on getting that $200 in bonus bets. Get in on the action and let’s go!
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Originally reported by CBS Sports.
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