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North Carolina leads Clemson 17-15 as lightning delays game

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 9:02 PM

Last updated Sep 19, 2026

North Carolina leads Clemson 17-15 as lightning delays game

Summary

The North Carolina Tar Heels currently hold a 17-15 lead over the Clemson Tigers in a game delayed by lightning. North Carolina had a 17-6 lead at halftime, but a turnover allowed Clemson to narrow the deficit. Both teams had multiple penalties, with North Carolina having five for 35 yards and Clemson four for 25. The game will resume with North Carolina aiming to stay undefeated and Clemson looking to improve to 2-1 on the season.

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By the Numbers

•North Carolina leads 17-15 with approximately eight minutes remaining.
•Game is currently delayed due to lightning.
•Tar Heels were ahead 17-6 at halftime.
•Both teams have committed several penalties during the game.
•Clemson has a potential chance to steal the win.

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9:02 PMYahoo Sports — North Carolina football news: Bill Belichick's in-game interview will catch Patriots reporters' attention

What they're saying

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The North Carolina Tar Heels hold a narrow 17-15 lead over the Clemson Tigers, with the game currently delayed due to lightning. While everyone waits for the contest to resume, this little clip of Bill Belichick’s in-game interview earlier during the matchup should give New England Patriots reporters fond memories. Belichick was never the most […] The post North Carolina football news: Bill Belichick's in-game interview will catch Patriots reporters' attention appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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