Bill Belichick beats Duke for the first time, as North Carolina wins in Durham
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Key Points:
- Bill Belichick's North Carolina football team defeated Duke 24-20, marking his first victory over Duke, a team his family has long competed against.
- The game featured a dramatic comeback, with North Carolina overcoming a 17-0 lead, falling behind 20-17, and scoring the winning touchdown in the final two minutes.
- This win was significant for Belichick, as North Carolina had lost to Duke in his first season and during the years his father was an assistant coach.
- The victory highlights North Carolina's improvement under Belichick, as the team is now 4-2 after a 4-8 record last season.
- While it remains uncertain if Belichick can elevate North Carolina to college football prominence, this win signals positive progress for the program.
