Xavier Lewis stars in UNC football's win against TCU in Dublin
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 10:28 PM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026
Xavier Lewis delivered a standout performance with seven tackles and two sacks as UNC football secured a 15-10 victory against TCU in the Aer Lingus College Football Classic on August 29, 2026. The Tar Heels' defense excelled in the second half, limiting TCU to just 26 rushing yards. Head coach Bill Belichick praised the team effort while Lewis acknowledged the importance of his expanded role this season compared to last. The win marks an encouraging start for UNC as they aim to build on this performance during the upcoming season.
- •Xavier Lewis had a career-high seven tackles for UNC.
- •UNC led TCU 15-10 at halftime.
- •The game took place at Aviva Stadium in Dublin.
- •UNC limited TCU to 26 rushing yards in the second half.
- •This was the season opener for both teams.
- 10:28 PMYahoo Sports — Xavier Lewis explodes in UNC football win vs TCU
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