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Kirk Herbstreit links College GameDay to UNC's potential win over Clemson

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Last updated Sep 18, 2026

Kirk Herbstreit links College GameDay to UNC's potential win over Clemson

Summary

Kirk Herbstreit stated that North Carolina's path to hosting ESPN's College GameDay hinges on a victory over Clemson in Week 5. Should the Tar Heels, coached by Bill Belichick, defeat the favored Tigers, a matchup against Notre Dame could emerge as a strong candidate for the show. Despite a 2-0 start this season, UNC faces significant challenges, including recent internal controversies and a disappointing previous season. ESPN's College Football Power Index gives Clemson a 53.3% chance to win compared to UNC's 46.7%. The last College GameDay visit to Chapel Hill occurred in 1997, highlighting the significance of a potential win for the Tar Heels' visibility.

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By the Numbers

•UNC must beat Clemson to host College GameDay against Notre Dame.
•Clemson is favored with a 53.3% chance to win according to ESPN.
•UNC is off to a 2-0 start but has faced off-field troubles.
•Bill Belichick's reputation at UNC has been under scrutiny.
•Last College GameDay appearance at UNC was in November 1997.

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1:07 PMYahoo Sports — Kirk Herbstreit Says ESPN Could Take College GameDay to Bill Belichick’s UNC If Tar Heels Clear One Major Obstacle

What they're saying

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Kirk Herbstreit may have just laid out UNC’s path to College GameDay, and it runs through Clemson. If Bill Belichick’s Tar Heels can get past the Tigers, Chapel Hill could have a very different look in Week 5.
— Yahoo Sports

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