TCU Dominates North Carolina 48-14 Amid Coach Dykes Claims of Disrespect

TCU Horned Frogs, led by coach Sonny Dykes, decisively defeated North Carolina 48-14 in Bill Belichick's college coaching debut, a game that was highly anticipated due to Belichick's NFL fame and North Carolina's program. Despite North Carolina scoring first, TCU responded with 41 unanswered points, showcasing strong performances from quarterback Josh Hoover, who threw for 284 yards and two touchdowns, and running back Kevorian Barnes, who rushed for 113 yards including a 75-yard touchdown. Dykes expressed that his team felt overlooked and disrespected in the pregame narrative, which focused heavily on Belichick and North Carolina, motivating his players to perform at a high level. The Horned Frogs demonstrated superior execution on both offense and defense, capitalizing on their underdog status against a team that had garnered much of the offseason attention. This victory sets a strong tone for TCU's season as they prepare to host the Abilene Christian Wildcats next. The game highlighted both the challenges of transitioning to college coaching for Belichick and the resilience of the TCU program.