UNC football vs. Richmond Spiders game info, streaming, betting and more

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UNC football vs. Richmond Spiders game info, streaming, betting and more

Aidan Jensen, Tar Heels Wire · Tar Heels Wire

Thu, Sep 11, 2025 ·

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The mood surrounding UNC football , entering its Week 3 matchup with Richmond , is much better compared to the post-TCU vibes.

North Carolina responded in major fashion, traveling to Charlotte and escaping with a 20-3 victory . The Tar Heels ' (1-1) offense started hot again, scoring three plays in on their first drive, but stalled similar to their Week 1 loss.

UNC's defense told the story of Saturday's win, limiting the host 49ers (0-2) to 271 yards and just three points. North Carolina's run defense proved exceptional, limiting Charlotte to just 21 rushing yards. The Tar Heels gave up a few big plays, but locked down to prevent additional points.

Richmond (1-1), an FCS program with playoff appearances in each of its past three season, travels to Kenan Stadium fresh off a 14-10, comeback win over Wofford on the road. The Spiders lost their Week 1 matchup, 21-14 at Lehigh, so they know how to perform well away from Virginia 's capital.

UNC has plenty at stake in Saturday's matchup. North Carolina is looking to deliver Bill Belichick his first collegiate home win, plus Belichick's first winning streak. The Tar Heels also need to generate momentum heading into one of their toughest 2-game stretches: traveling to face UCF on September 20, then returning home to host Clemson on October 4.

Saturday is a game UNC should win easily, but I've witnessed live what happens before when opponents are underestimated. Just look at last year's JMU game, when Mack Brown first contemplated his future as North Carolina's head coach.

Keep reading below for our game preview , which includes the Tar Heels' key to victory, something to watch, odds, statistical leaders and a season schedule.

Key to Victory

Sep 6, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels quarterback Gio Lopez (7) during the second half against the Charlotte 49ers at Jerry Richardson Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

Consistent offense. The Tar Heels scored three plays into their victory at Charlotte, when Gio Lopez connected with Chris Culliver for a 51-yard strike.

UNC's offense largely stalled after, but benefitted from a Davion Gause touchdown late in the first half, plus a pair of field goals.

North Carolina will have a tough time cracking Richmond's defense, which limited Wofford to 10 points last week. The Tar Heels, regardless of whether they're scoring every drive or not, need to find a model of offensive consistency if they want a 2-1 record.

Something to watch

Sep 6, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels running back Demon June (35) tries to avoid a tackle by Charlotte 49ers defensive back Gavin Shipman (4) during the second half at Jerry Richardson Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

Who will start at running back for UNC? Caleb Hood started Week 1, scoring an opening drive touchdown, but Demon June was North Carolina's most effective back at Charlotte, rushing for 52 yards on nine carries.

It doesn't matter who starts for the Tar Heels, as their RB room depth proved to be helpful in Week 2 – and should continue to be as the season progresses. If I had to bet North Carolina's Week 3 starter, though, it's the true freshman from Jacksonville (N.C.)