Three themes to watch for in Bill Belichick's first game against TCU

Posted Sep 1, 2025
While the Tar Heels only went 6-7 last season compared to TCU's 9-4, Monday's matchup and its major headlines have nothing to do with the past and everything to do with the present. Since December, when Bill Belichick was announced as the newest head coach for UNC, all the attention has been on opening night. Here are three things to watch for: (Daily Tar Heel)

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