No. 21 Tar Heels getting it done with defense

Posted Sep 8, 2009
North Carolina’s defense is dominating teams with its speed – and its smarts. With an Atlantic Coast Conference-best nine starters back, the 21st-ranked Tar Heels (1-0) knew their defense would be the strength of the team. But allowing just 30 yards rushing to The Citadel and forcing four turnovers caught even North Carolina’s players by surprise. (Wilmington Star News)

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