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UNC catches break with TCU star ruled out in Ireland
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Although North Carolina enters Saturday's matchup in Ireland as an 8.5-point underdog against TCU, recent roster updates could balance the field for the Tar Heels .
On TCU's side, wide receiver Jordan Dwyer has officially been ruled out today following a week of dealing with a foot injury, as reported by ESPN's Pete Thamel. Dwyer's availability was initially considered a game-time decision, making his absence a crucial turn of events for the Horned Frogs.
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As TCU's top returning target, Dwyer was a major factor in the passing attack during his debut 2025 campaign in Fort Worth. Over 12 games, he posted 54 receptions for 730 yards and seven touchdowns, averaging 13.5 yards per catch to establish himself as a primary big-play option. He also shined against UNC last season, racking up nine catches for 136 yards and a touchdown in his very first game for the Frogs.
Meanwhile, North Carolina faces its own key sideline vacancy. Defensive coordinator Steve Belichick has spent the past several weeks away from the program on medical leave . In his absence, head coach Bill Belichick noted that the Tar Heels plan to manage defensive responsibilities as a collective staff effort.
His father, UNC head coach Bill Belichick, stated that in his son's absence, the Tar Heels would handle defensive coaching duties "collectively as a staff."
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