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North Carolina vs Clemson Prediction: Can Belichick Beat Dabo?

North Carolina is great on defense, okay enough on offense to get by, and it needs the other side to screw up. That’s where Clemson comes in. The Tigers are committing too many penalties. The three turnovers in two games and they can’t convert a third down. It’ll be a tough defensive game that’s the way Bill Belichick would like it. UNC 23, Clemson 20. (College Football News)

Clemson's offensive line has struggled, while UNC's front four has been solid. What gives?

The Tar Heels have a reason for optimism through two games, and that’s the play of their defensive line. The same cannot be said for the unit playing across from them Saturday. The group tasked with protecting a freshman quarterback in new starter Tait Reynolds, Clemson’s offensive line, has struggled this season. UNC has an opportunity to take advantage. (MSN.com)

UNC Football PFF Report - Week 2 ETSU

Let’s look at how the Tar Heels graded out vs. ETSU, according to PFF: CJ Sadler - 80.2. Along with Jelani Thurman, Sadler is emerging as a pass-catching weapon for Carolina, and Saturday he had 3 catches for 66 yards, both of which were second on the team. Isaiah Johnson - 87.2. Johnson played 28 defensive snaps but had an impact with 4 tackles. (Heel Tough Blog)

Newcomers Fit Right In With North Carolina's Defensive Front Seven

North Carolina edge rusher Jaylen Harvey goes by backfieldgeneral on Instagram. The redshirt sophomore lived up to his handle this past Saturday, spending a good amount of time in the East Tennessee State backfield during the Tar Heels' 35-3 victory. Harvey, who played two seasons at Penn State, notched two sacks in his Kenan Stadium debut. (GoHeels.com)

Video: Tar Heel Tribune - Former UNC Defensive Coordinator Geoff Collins

Former UNC defensive coordinator Geoff Collins, the “Minister of Mayhem,” joined the “Tar Heel Tribune Podcast” to discuss UNC Football, his assessment the Tar Heels entering the Clemson game, how Bobby Petrino has changed the offense, the talent he sees on defense, and more. (View Video)

What Bill Belichick Expects From Clemson’s Quarterback Switch

After losing Clemson’s quarterback battle during training camp to senior Christopher Vizzina, freshman Tait Reynolds will now lead the Tigers against the Tar Heel defense. "Really athletic kid," Bill Belichick said of Reynolds. "Very productive in some of the high school tape that we saw. He’s a hard guy to tackle, has a good arm and can make all the throws." (Inside Carolina)

Video: IC Podcast - Is Just Playing Well Good Enough for UNC Football at Clemson?

Is playing well this weekend at Clemson good enough to move the needle for Bill Belichick's UNC Football team? Or is a win necessary to maintain the good will and positive momentum prior to Notre Dame coming to town? Inside Carolina's Greg Barnes and Tommy Ashley discuss those questions. (View Video)

Clemson to start freshman quarterback Tait Reynolds vs. North Carolina

Clemson is turning to freshman Tait Reynolds at quarterback beginning Saturday against North Carolina, hoping to jump-start an offense that has struggled through two games. Reynolds had come off the bench in each of the Tigers' first two games, including last week against Georgia Southern when starter Christopher Vizzina exited with an arm injury. (ESPN)

Video: Coach's Corner with Bill Belichick - Sept. 15, 2026

With a 2-0 start for Tar Heel Football paving the way for its ACC opener this Saturday, Jones Angell and Coach Bill Belichick discuss the Tar Heels' win over ETSU win, things Coach is pleased with, and the matchup at Clemson this Saturday at noon. (View Video)

2026 UNC Football Opponent Preview: Clemson

Clemson will trot out true freshman Tait Reynolds as its starting quarterback Saturday against North Carolina. Reynolds replaces Christopher Vizzina, who started the first two games of the season but is reportedly dealing with an elbow injury and is considered week-to-week. But even with Vizzina healthy, it was clear the Clemson offense needed a change. (Chapelboro.com)

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