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Losing Record, Rivalry Loss Further Tarnish UNC Football's Disappointing Season

For the second straight season, UNC’s home finale concludes with a rival team leaving its mark on the Tar Heels’ field. Last season was the infamous flag-planting incident after NC State’s victory that led to a post-game fight on the field. This year, the loss to Duke and the celebration that followed further stains a messy start to Bill Belichick’s inaugural season. (Inside Carolina)

How has Drake Maye grown as a leader this season? Josh McDaniels explains what he’s seeing.

At the beginning of last season, the Patriots weren’t sure if they could play Drake Maye behind their offensive line. Fast forward to year two, and Maye is an MVP candidate. He’s not just a starter, he’s the guy. Quarterback is a position that requires leadership skills, and the Patriots wouldn’t be where they’re at without massive improvement from Maye. (Boston.com)

Video: The Day After Podcast - Duke Fakes Out UNC, Wins 32-25

North Carolina played well enough on both sides of the football Saturday, but Duke managed to win in key situations in the fourth quarter, winning the game 32-25. Inside Carolina’s Jason Staples, Buck Sanders, and Tommy Ashley break down UNC’s second straight loss to the Blue Devils. (View Video)

UNC Defense Struggles On Fourth Down Versus Duke

Given the typical nature of rivalry matchups, it’s not unusual for a handful of key plays to make the difference on the scoreboard. And for UNC, this was especially true. Because of the defense’s inability to execute when it mattered most, the unit was unable to do anything but watch as UNC’s bowl eligibility evaporated once Duke knelt in victory formation. (Inside Carolina)

Good, Bad, and Ugly Report: UNC vs. Duke

The Tar Heels once again stepped on a rake on their final offensive possession, and Duke went on to victory formation with the game sealed. For the third time this season, just like the games against California and Virginia, the Tar Heels found ways to lose the game. In a season of what might have been, this one will particularly sting in how it all fell apart. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Box Score: Duke 32, North Carolina 25

View the complete box score from the North Carolina Tar Heels' 32-25 loss to the Duke Blue Devils on Saturday evening at Kenan Stadium in Chapel Hill. (View Box Score)

Senior day becomes flag day as penalties, other mistakes doom UNC Football

North Carolina’s small margin of error to beat Duke got thrown away in the form of repeated damaging penalty flags. Despite all that, the Tar Heels had a fourth-quarter lead and a shot at victory before the Blue Devils perfectly executed a fake field-goal attempt that led to the game-winning touchdown in a 32–25 victory Saturday at Kenan Stadium. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Video: Bill Belichick Post-Duke Press Conference

North Carolina head football coach Bill Belichick speaks with the media following the Tar Heels' 32-25 loss to the Duke Blue Devils on Saturday in Chapel Hill. (View Video)

Video: Jordan Shipp, Andrew Simpson Post-Duke Press Conference

North Carolina linebacker Andrew Simpson and wide receiver Jordan Shipp speak with reporters following the Tar Heels' loss to the Duke Blue Devils on Saturday at Kenan Stadium. (View Video)

Duke holds off rival UNC 32-25 and become bowl eligible

Anderson Castle punched in the go-ahead 1-yard touchdown with 2:18 left set up by an audacious fake field-goal call and Duke followed with a late stop to hold off rival North Carolina 32-25 on Saturday. The win made the Blue Devils bowl eligible again, along with ensuring they could keep the Victory Bell that goes to the rivalry winner for another year. (Associated Press)

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