Bill Belichick focuses on challenges from Clemson, his still-developing team

Posted Sep 16, 2026
North Carolina heads into its ACC opener at Clemson with a 2-0 record and a coach who isn’t ready to draw sweeping conclusions from either of the wins that got the Tar Heels here. Part of UNC's preparation challenge this week stems from the uncertainty surrounding Clemson’s personnel, with the Tigers working through a change at quarterback. (Tar Heel Tribune)

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