Week 0 depth charts released across programs

8 sourcesUpdated Aug 29, 2026

Across college football, teams are rolling out depth charts or educated guesses as season openers approach, highlighting quarterback battles and shifts at key positions. Florida State released its first official two-deep ahead of the New Mexico State game, with little deviation from earlier projections. Michigan State saw notable tweaks, moving Brennan Parachek to top tight end and promoting Kayd Coffman to QB3 after practice observations. UCF announced its season opener against Bethune-Cookman with James Madison transfer Alonza Barnett III as the projected starting quarterback, alongside several offensive-line and depth-chart adjustments. Florida posted its final projected offensive depth chart ahead of a Sept. kickoff under Head Coach Jon Sumrall, signaling a close-to-final assessment. Florida A&M’s depth chart for 2026 spotlights Jacksonville-area talent at key positions as the Rattlers prepare for the season.

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