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North Carolina football edges Duke in thrilling rivalry matchup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 18, 2026, 5:07 PM

Last updated Oct 18, 2026

North Carolina football edges Duke in thrilling rivalry matchup
Summary

The North Carolina Tar Heels defeated the Duke Blue Devils 24-20 on October 18, 2026, bringing the Victory Bell back to Chapel Hill. UNC started strong with a 17-0 lead, but Duke responded with 20 unanswered points. Late in the game, a 24-yard touchdown run from Billy Edwards gave UNC the lead with 1:53 remaining. Duke's attempt to rally ended with an interception by the Tar Heels.

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  • •UNC took an early 17-0 lead
  • •Duke scored 20 unanswered points to lead 20-17
  • •Billy Edwards secured victory with a late touchdown run
  • •Tar Heels sealed the win with an interception of Walker Eget
  • •Bill Belichick praised team's effort and strategy after the game
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