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Bill Belichick's North Carolina leads early but falls 28-20 at Clemson

NBCSports.com • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 9:57 PM

Last updated Sep 19, 2026

Bill Belichick's North Carolina leads early but falls 28-20 at Clemson
Summary

North Carolina, led by head coach Bill Belichick, built a 17-3 lead against Clemson on September 19. However, the team struggled late in the game, allowing Clemson to recover and ultimately win 28-20. This result marks a disappointing loss for North Carolina after a strong start. The team will look to regroup and address late-game struggles in future matchups.

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  • •North Carolina jumped to a 17-3 lead early in the game.
  • •Clemson mounted a comeback to secure a 28-20 victory.
  • •This game took place on September 19 at Clemson.
  • •Bill Belichick is in his first season as North Carolina's head coach.
  • •North Carolina will focus on closing out games in future contests.
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  • 9:57 PMNBCSports.com — Bill Belichick and North Carolina blow big lead, lose 28-20 at Clemson - NBC Sports
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Bill Belichick appeared to be on the verge of his biggest win as North Carolina's head coach today at Clemson, but his team fell apart late in a 28-20 loss.

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