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UNC defense faces tough test against Clemson with loss of Okakpu


Just when North Carolina’s defense is preparing to face one of its toughest opponents of the season -- undefeated and eighth-ranked Clemson, which is second in the ACC in total offense and points scored – the Tar Heels lose a starting linebacker. Senior has been dismissed for “conduct detrimental to the team,’’ interim head coach announced at his Monday news conference. (Raleigh News & Observer)

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