How loss to Miami continues UNC's growing history of blown 4th quarter leads under Bill Belichick

If there's reason for optimism among the UNC fanbase, it's that 2026 has undoubtedly been better than 2025 for Bill Belichick's squad. After finishing 4-8 last year, the Tar Heels have been more competitive to open 2026, beating TCU, East Tennessee State, Pitt and Duke while at least contending with Notre Dame, Clemson and Syracuse. On Saturday, that trend continued — UNC fell to No. 1 Miami, but not without a fight. The Tar Heels held multiple leads over the Hurricanes, but eventually lost 38-35.