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UNC opens Belichick's second season with upset of TCU

UNC's upset of TCU in Bill Belichick's second season opener has fans and pundits reassessing the Tar Heels' prospects

By · Published August 30, 2026  14:31 UTC · Updated September 1, 2026  14:39 UTC

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North Carolina began Bill Belichick's second season with a victory over TCU in Ireland. The team's coach acknowledged areas needing improvement despite the win.

Epilogue added 57d ago, after coverage quieted.

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  • Primary Driver: UNC's upset of TCU in Bill Belichick's second season opener has fans and pundits reassessing the Tar Heels' prospects
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UNC fans have reason to celebrate. The Tar Heels opened Bill Belichick's second season with a 15-10 upset of TCU in Ireland. The win was a surprise, given TCU's strong roster.

The Horned Frogs were missing their top returning receiver, Jordan Dwyer, who sat out the opener due to a foot issue. The game summary from USA Today confirms the final score. The win has sparked debate among sports analysts.

The New York Times asks whether predictions for UNC and Belichick have changed. The outcome of the season remains uncertain.

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Who won the game between UNC and TCU?

UNC won the game 15-10.

Why was Jordan Dwyer not playing?

Jordan Dwyer missed the game due to a foot issue.

What did Bill Belichick say after the game?

Belichick said there is still a lot to fix.

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