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North Carolina Offers Proof Of Concept vs. Notre Dame

The No. 3 team in the country had UNC on the ropes early at Kenan Stadium Saturday. The way the Tar Heels responded was a bright spot during a 37-26 loss to the Fighting Irish. Following their loss to Clemson, multiple Tar Heels talked about how that defeat was an opportunity to learn lessons. And here was a chance to apply them. UNC took advantage. (GoHeels.com)

UNC Football Offensive and Defensive Snap Counts vs. Notre Dame

North Carolina fell 37-26 to No. 3 Notre Dame on Saturday at Kenan Stadium. The final snap counts provide a closer look at which Tar Heels carried the biggest workloads, how UNC divided playing time, and where the rotations stood on both sides of the football. Here is a look at UNC’s offensive and defensive snap counts against Notre Dame. (Tar Heel Blue)

Mack Hollins named Week 4 NFLPA Community MVP after hosting Special Olympics Field Day

Before he became well known across the NFL for his energetic play and esoteric habits, Mack Hollins was building a reputation for giving back, especially with the Special Olympics. The New England Patriots wide receiver hosted his biggest event with the organization yet, teaming up with the Patriots Foundation to host a Special Olympics Field Day. (New England Patriots)

UNC’s defense fades in loss to No. 3 Notre Dame: 'Too many leaky yards'

Notre Dame had 20 rushing attempts averaging 6.1 yards in the third quarter, almost half of their total attempts for the game. "There were too many leaky yards," Bill Belichick said. Against Clemson, UNC's defense wore down. With short offensive possessions, the Tar Heels didn’t have time to catch their breath. A similar pattern played out Saturday. (Daily Tar Heel)

Jordan Shipp, Derek McDonald post UNC’s best PFF grades vs. Notre Dame

Receiver Jordan Shipp and linebacker Derek McDonald posted UNC's top Pro Football Focus grades in Saturday’s loss to No. 3 Notre Dame. The Tar Heels’ team defense grade, though, was a season-low 67.2, and the team offensive grade was the second-lowest this season at 62. That had a lot to do with facing one of the best teams in the country. (Tar Heel Tribune)

North Carolina vs. Notre Dame Postgame Notes

This season is the Tar Heels’ 100th season in Kenan Stadium. Third-ranked Notre Dame defeated UNC, 37-26, Saturday in Chapel Hill. North Carolina is 2-2 on the season, and 0-1 in the ACC standings. Saturday was the 24th meeting between the programs, a 22-2 mark in favor of the Fighting Irish. Notre Dame is 8-2 all-time in Chapel Hill. (Read More...)

Video: Tar Heel Tribune - UNC vs. Notre Dame Postgame Reactions

Britt Whitmire, R.L. Bynum, and Doc Kennedy discussing UNC Football's 37-26 loss to Notre Dame on Saturday, quarterback Billy Edwards performance, Carolina's defensive struggles, turning points, the Tar Heels tough upcoming four-game stretch, and more. (View Video)

Good, Bad, and Ugly Report: UNC vs. Notre Dame

If you want to walk on the sunny side of the street, the Tar Heels never gave up after getting down 21-7 with the Irish knocking on the door of blowing the game wide open. UNC scored 26 on ND, which had allowed only 33 points all season coming into the game. With that in mind, here is the moral victory edition of the Good, Bad, and Ugly Report: (Tar Heel Tribune)

Video: Carolina Insider - UNC vs. Notre Dame Postgame Reactions

Jones Angell from the Tar Heel Sports Network and Adam Lucas of GoHeels.com break down the Tar Heels' 37-26 loss to the No. 3 Notre Dame fighting Irish on Saturday afternoon at Kenan Stadium. (View Video)

Costly Mistakes Add Up for UNC Football in Loss to Notre Dame

While the Tar Heels made enough plays to hang around against Notre Dame, their upset bid was littered with missteps that did UNC no favors in its pursuit of the program's first top-three victory. "We were certainly competitive," Bill Belichick said afterward. "We missed some opportunities. We just need to do a better job taking advantage of those opportunities." (Inside Carolina)

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