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 North Carolina Tar Heels |
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| CW | 2nd – 02:00 | |
Chapel Hill, N.C. — The North Carolina defense had three sacks on Stanford’s first two possessions, including one that led to a fumble recovery deep in Stanford territory.
UNC led Stanford 3-0 in the second quarter.
The Tar Heels entered the game with 18 sacks on the season, including 10 in the last two games. The defensive line, in particular, has been a bright spot for the team in recent weeks. Linebacker Andrew Simpson had hit Stanford quarterback Elijah Brown, making his first start, and lineman Smith Vilbert recovered.
UNC’s offense couldn’t move the ball, and the Tar Heels settled for a 27-yard field goal.
The Tar Heels (3-5 overall, 1-3 in the ACC) is seeking its second consecutive win under head coach Bill Belichick. The game airs on The CW.
On Tuesday, Belichick said he’s seen a consistent effort from the UNC players in recent weeks.
“That’s really been the biggest thing … [as to] why our team has continued to improve because they work hard every week,” Belichick said. “They improve every week.
“They literally improve every day, and when you stack those on top of each other consistently over a period of time, then you just perform better.”
Stanford (3-6, 2-4 ACC) has lost two straight games, including a 35-20 loss to Pittsburgh on Nov. 1. Stanford coach Frank Reich, like Belichick a former NFL coach, switched quarterbacks this week.
Saturday’s game is Military Appreciation Day and homecoming. Several events are planned to honor Tar Heel veterans. The pop group Fitz and The Tantrums performed afree pregame concert in Polk Place as part of the Chapel Thrill Concert Series.
Scoring summary
First quarter
UNC – Rece Verhoff 27 field goal, 5:49. Drive: 4 plays, -2 yards, 0:56. Key play: Linebacker Andrew Simpson forced a fumble and sack and Smith Vilbert recovered at the Stanford 7 to set up the score. UNC 3, Stanford 0.
When, where, how to watch:
- When: 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 8.
- Where: Kenan Memorial Stadium in Chapel Hill
- How to watch: The CW
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