🚨 2Q, 11:13: TCU 10, North Carolina 7

09/01/2025 07:56:54 PM

TCU has now scored 10 straight points and takes a 3-point lead over North Carolina. TCU kicker Kyle Lemmermann converted a 32-yard field goal to cap off a 14-play, 55-yard drive spanning over six minutes.

End 1Q: TCU 7, North Carolina 7

09/01/2025 07:45:03 PM

Since North Carolina bullied TCU on the first drive, the Tar Heels’ runs have gone for 0, 2, 1, and -1 yards, plus a sack. TCU will have a 1st-and-10 on the 50-yard line coming out of the quarter break.

🚨 1Q, 4:08: TCU 7, North Carolina 7

09/01/2025 07:37:11 PM

TCU answered North Carolina’s opening shot. Quarterback Josh Hoover connected with wide receiver and Iowa transfer Jordan Dwyer for a 27-yard touchdown, with Dwyer streaking down the left side of the field.

UNC GOATs in attendance

09/01/2025 07:29:38 PM

Among the celebrities in attendance tonight for the start of the Bill Belichick era are Michael Jordan, Roy Williams and Lawrence Taylor.

1Q, 6:39: UNC punts

09/01/2025 07:28:18 PM

With back-to-back three-and-outs following the Tar Heels’ touchdown to open the game, TCU takes over from its 42-yard line.

Jordon Hudson in attendance

09/01/2025 07:17:18 PM

Moments after North Carolina took an early 7-0 lead, ESPN panned to Bill Belichick’s girlfriend, Jordon Hudson, and NFL Hall of Fame wide receiver Randy Moss celebrating the score.

🚨 1Q, 10:55: North Carolina 7, TCU 0

09/01/2025 07:14:16 PM

North Carolina needed just seven plays to go 83 yards and score on the opening drive of the Bill Belichick era. The Tar Heels took almost four minutes off the clock, capped off by an 8-yard run from running back Caleb Hood.

Michael Jordan at Chapel Hill

09/01/2025 07:13:24 PM

Attendees expected tonight for Bill Belichick’s UNC debut against TCU, include Michael Jordan, Mia Hamm, Lawrence Taylor, Julius Peppers, Eric Church, Chase Rice and Blake Snell.

Kickoff

09/01/2025 07:08:41 PM

TCU wins the toss and defers. North Carolina receives to start and will begin from its 17-yard line.

Bill Belichick pregame interview

09/01/2025 06:58:26 PM

Bill Belichick’s tactics

09/01/2025 06:50:39 PM

In vintage Bill Belichick style, the six-time Super Bowl champion is leaving his depth chart blank for the season opener.

Who is UNC QB Gio Lopez

09/01/2025 06:46:35 PM

Gio Lopez proved to be one of the most productive quarterbacks on the Group of Five level at South Alabama. He produced 274.7 yards of total offense last season, ranking No. 22 nationally in the FBS in that category.

He finished fourth in the Sun Belt in passing (2,559 yards or 232.6 yards per game) last season, fourth in touchdown passes (18), fourth in completion percentage (206-for-312 or 66 percent), and third in fewest interceptions (five). He also ran for 465 yards and seven touchdowns, while averaging 5.7 yards per carry. Lopez beat out sixth-year senior Max Johnson for the starting job.

Latest info on TCU at North Carolina

09/01/2025 06:43:18 PM

How will North Carolina handle the start of the Bill Belichick era? And what does TCU look like playing against another legendary coach in a season debut?

Kickoff: 8 p.m. ET
TV: ESPN
Betting line: TCU is a 3.5-point road favorite, according to BetMGM

North Carolina injury update

09/01/2025 06:41:16 PM

UNC center Christo Kelly, who entered camp as the backup, is a game-time decision tonight, according to ESPN. He’s dealing with a left ankle injury, and the ankle is wrapped. If he can’t go, third-string center Chad Lindberg will start at center. He’s never played center in college.