Other notable UNC football seasons that started with a loss

Posted Sep 7, 2021
The nature of college football means that one loss can be a massive difference maker, and the loss to Virginia Tech could throw a wrench in UNC’s goals. It’s certainly removed all margin for error. Here’s a look at other notable seasons where the Tar Heels lost their first game. UNC’s best season in the last 20 years actually started in a fairly familiar way. (Tar Heel Blog)

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