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Fourth-down stops, two long strikes give Bill Belichick signature win

UNC's two longest plays of the season and four huge late fourth-down stops produced the biggest victory of the era. Despite averaging less than a yard per rush, UNC rallied in the second half to beat No. 25 Pitt 21-17 on Saturday in Pittsburgh for the program’s first win over a ranked team in three seasons and the Panthers’ first loss. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Video: UNC Football Players Post-Pitt Interviews

North Carolina defensive lineman , wide receiver , and quarterback Jr. speak with reporters following the Tar Heels' 21-17 road victory over the No. 25 Pitt Panthers on Saturday afternoon. (View Video)

Good, Bad, and Ugly Report: UNC vs. Pittsburgh

In a game that would have fit perfectly in the old ACC Coastal Division, North Carolina and Pittsburgh stumbled and bumbled through most of a game that featured a backup fifth-year quarterback, dueling turnovers, and dueling quick-strike touchdowns. And when the dust had settled, UNC left the Steel City with a 21-17 win over the No. 25 Panthers. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Box Score: North Carolina 21, Pitt 17

View the complete box score from the No. 25 North Carolina Tar Heels' 21-17 victory over the No. 25 Pitt Panthers on Saturday afternoon in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (View Box Score)

Video: Bill Belichick Post-Pitt Press Conference

North Carolina head football coach speaks with the media following the Tar Heels' 21-17 ACC road victory over the No. 25 Pitt Panthers on Saturday afternoon. (View Video)

Video: UNC Football Earns Big Road Win At No. 25 Pitt - Highlights

caught a 75-yard, fourth-quarter touchdown pass and North Carolina withstood a wild fourth quarter to beat No. 25 Pitt, 21-17, on Saturday in Pittsburgh. It was the Tar Heels' first win over a ranked foe in three seasons. Check out the highlights. (View Video)

Billy Edwards helps UNC beat No. 25 Pitt 21-17, gives Bill Belichick first win against ranked foe

Jr. threw a 75-yard touchdown pass in the second half and North Carolina knocked off No. 25 Pittsburgh 21-17 on Saturday. Pitt had just taken a 17-14 lead when the Tar Heels immediately responded. Edwards hit for a 75-yard score for the go-ahead touchdown, giving coach his first win against a ranked opponent. (Associated Press)

Video: Locked On Tar Heels - UNC vs. Pitt Football Preview

Can UNC Football rally after two straight losses and keep bowl hopes alive? Isaac Schade and Anthony Pagnotta discuss the Tar Heels' postseason aspirations, if can exploit Pitt’s vulnerable pass defense, and if Carolina’s running game can break out against a top-ranked Panthers rush defense. (View Video)

UNC Football Visits No. 25 Pitt Saturday - Pregame Notes

For the second straight week, UNC Football faces a ranked opponent, as the Tar Heels visit No. 25 Pittsburgh to face the Panthers at noon Saturday (ESPN). A win would give the Tar Heels their first ranked victory since defeating No. 25 Miami 41-31 in 2023. It marks the first time since the Tar Heels have played consecutive ranked opponents since 2022. (GoHeels.com)

Video: IC Postgame Podcast - UNC Basketball Pulls Away From USC In Exhibition Opener

Sherrell McMillan and Tommy Ashley of Inside Carolina break down North Carolina's 88-70 exhibition win over USC. led the Tar Heels with 25 points and 10 rebounds while and Neo Avdalas showed why they were targeted to be on 's first UNC Basketball roster. (View Video)

UNC Football vs. Pitt: The Formula for a Tar Heel Victory

The circumstances surrounding Pitt's quarterback change create an obvious starting point for the Carolina defense. Holden Geriner may be a fifth-year college quarterback, but Saturday will be his first career start. He performed well after replacing Mason Heintschel against Virginia Tech, completing 8 of 12 passes for 78 yards, including a 29-yard TD. (Tar Heel Blue)

Box Score: North Carolina 88, USC 70

View the complete box score from the North Carolina Tar Heels' 88-70 exhibition victory over the USC Trojans on Friday night in Greensboro. (View Box Score)

Video: UNC Basketball Players Post-USC Interviews

North Carolina's Neo Avdalas, , and speak with reporters following the Tar Heels' 88-70 exhibition victory over the USC Trojans on Friday night. (View Video)

Jarin Stevenson Scores 25 As Tar Heels Roll In Michael Malone's Debut

The newcomers UNC expected to score most didn’t, but returnees filled the void nicely as the era began. Improved second-half defense held USC scoreless for nearly six minutes as the Tar Heels took control. UNC rebounded from a halftime deficit for an 88–70 win Friday night over Southern Cal in Greensboro in the exhibition opener. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Video: Michael Malone Post-USC Press Conference

North Carolina head men's basketball coach speaks with the media following the Tar Heels' 88-70 exhibition win over the USC Trojans on Friday night in Greensboro. (View Video)
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