Belichick's North Carolina tops TCU in season opener in Dublin
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 3:38 AM
Last updated Aug 30, 2026
Bill Belichick's North Carolina defeated TCU in the 2026 Aer Lingus College Football Classic held in Dublin, showcasing a strong second half. Despite a sluggish start from TCU, North Carolina dominated physically as the game progressed. Meanwhile, NC State faced a tough loss against Virginia, raising questions about head coach Dave Doeren's future. USC's season opener against San Jose State revealed shortcomings, as the Trojans struggled despite winning by 16 points against a heavily favored opponent. College football continues with more games this Thursday.
- •North Carolina wins against TCU in Dublin on August 29.
- •NC State suffers physical defeat against Virginia, questioning Doeren's tenure.
- •USC underwhelms in a 16-point victory over San Jose State.
- •College football resumes Thursday with several matchups.
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