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UNC collapses in second half, drops in USA TODAY Sports CFB re-rank

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Last updated Sep 23, 2026

UNC collapses in second half, drops in USA TODAY Sports CFB re-rank
Summary

The North Carolina Tar Heels experienced a dramatic loss to Clemson on September 23, 2026, losing 28-20 after holding a 14-point lead. Despite the defeat, UNC only fell two spots to 56th in the USA TODAY Sports Week Three college football re-rank. The Tar Heels led 17-6 at halftime but could not maintain their advantage, allowing the Tigers to come back. After a lengthy weather delay, UNC added a late field goal, but Clemson responded with a touchdown. UNC now enters their second bye week ahead of a matchup against Notre Dame.

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  • •UNC led 17-6 at halftime but lost 28-20.
  • •The Tar Heels fell to 56th in re-rankings after the loss.
  • •Clemson improved 20 spots to 54th following their comeback.
  • •UNC scored only once in the second half, despite time to extend the lead.
  • •UNC faces Notre Dame next after their bye week.
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  • 1:45 PMYahoo Sports — Tough loss drops UNC in USA TODAY Sports' Week Three CFB re-rank
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UNC watched a 14-point lead at Clemson turn into a 7-point loss. Rightfully so, the Tar Heels fell a couple spots in post-Week Three re-rankings.

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