North Carolina defeats UNC Charlotte in college football action
By Robert Willett and
Melissa Melvin-Rodgriguez
The University of North Carolina Tar Heels and head coach Bill Belichick traveled to Charlotte for their first win of the season, downing the UNC Charlotte 49ers 20-3, Saturday night, Sept. 6, 2025. The Tar Heels struggled on offense, but still came away with the win.
UNC Charlotte defensive back Jo’Qurious Conley (6) stops North Carolina quarterback Gio Lopez (7) after a four-yard gain in the third quarter on Saturday, September 6, 2025 at Jerry Richardson Stadium in Charlotte, N.C. Robert Willett rwillett@newsobserver.com
North Carolina coach Bill Belichick questions a call with official Darryl Johnson in the third quarter against UNC Charlotte on Saturday, September 6, 2025 at Jerry Richardson Stadium in Charlotte, N.C. Robert Willett rwillett@newsobserver.com
North Carolina running back Davion Gause (37) reacts after scoring a touchdown on a 12-yard run in the second quarter to give the Tar Heels a 17-3 lead against UNC Charlotte on Saturday, September 6, 2025 at Jerry Richardson Stadium in Charlotte, N.C. Robert Willett rwillett@newsobserver.com
North Carolina running back Davion Gause (37) is surrounded by teammates after scoring a touchdown on a 12-yard run in the second quarter to give the Tar Heels a 17-3 lead against UNC Charlotte on Saturday, September 6, 2025 at Jerry Richardson Stadium in Charlotte, N.C. Robert Willett rwillett@newsobserver.com
Chapel Hill Head Coach Bill Belichick, center, talks to defensive coordinator and son, Steve Belichick, right, during a timeout at the game against UNC-Charlotte at Jerry Richardson Stadium in Charlotte on Saturday, September 6, 2025. Melissa Melvin-Rodriguez mrodriguez@charlotteobserver.com
Charlotte linebacker Shay Taylor, right, hangs onto Chapel Hill quarterback Gio Lopez as he runs the ball during the game at Jerry Richardson Stadium in Charlotte on Saturday, September 6, 2025. Melissa Melvin-Rodriguez mrodriguez@charlotteobserver.com
North Carolina quarterback Gio Lopez (7) breaks away from UNC Charlotte defensive lineman Jorel Liverpool (10) for a nine yard gain in the second quarter on Saturday, September 6, 2025 at Jerry Richardson Stadium in Charlotte, N.C. Robert Willett rwillett@newsobserver.com
UNC Charlotte quarterback Conner Harrell (15) is stopped by North Carolina defensive back Thaddeus Dixon (1) after an eight yard gain in the fourth quarter on Saturday, September 6, 2025 at Jerry Richardson Stadium in Charlotte, N.C. Robert Willett rwillett@newsobserver.com
Charlotte quarterback Grayson Loftis looks for a pass during the game against UNC-Chapel Hill at Jerry Richardson Stadium in Charlotte on Saturday, September 6, 2025. Chapel Hill defeated Charlotte, who did not score a single touchdown, 20-3. Melissa Melvin-Rodriguez mrodriguez@charlotteobserver.com
Chapel Hill defensive coordinator Steve Belichick walks back to the sideline after a timeout during the game againt UNC-Charlotte at Jerry Richardson Stadium in Charlotte on Saturday, September 6, 2025. Melissa Melvin-Rodriguez mrodriguez@charlotteobserver.com
Athletic training staff escort Chapel Hill wide receiver Chris Culliver, center, off the field after an injury during the game against UNC-Charlotte at Jerry Richardson Stadium in Charlotte on Saturday, September 6, 2025. Melissa Melvin-Rodriguez mrodriguez@charlotteobserver.com
North Carolina quarterback Gio Lopez (7) looks for an open receiver in the second quarter on Saturday, September 6, 2025 at Jerry Richardson Stadium in Charlotte, N.C. Robert Willett rwillett@newsobserver.com
North Carolina wide receiver Chris Culliver (3) pulls in a 51-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Gio Lopez to give the Tar Heels a 7-0 lead over UNC Charlotte in the first quarter on Saturday, September 6, 2025 at Jerry Richardson Stadium in Charlotte, N.C. Robert Willett rwillett@newsobserver.com
North Carolina coach Bill Belichick and his staff react after a missed field goal attempt by UNC Charlotte in the second quarter on Saturday, September 6, 2025 at Jerry Richardson Stadium in Charlotte, N.C. Robert Willett rwillett@newsobserver.com
Charlotte quarterback Connor Harrell, left, and runningback CJ Stokes react as the snap is fumbled and the ball beomes loose during the game against Chapel Hill at Jerry Richardson Stadium in Charlotte on Saturday, September 6, 2025. Melissa Melvin-Rodriguez mrodriguez@charlotteobserver.com
Fans set a record at tonight’s football game between UNC-Charlotte and UNC-Chapel Hill with 19,233 people in attendance at Jerry Richardson Stadium in Charlotte on Saturday, September 6, 2025. Melissa Melvin-Rodriguez mrodriguez@charlotteobserver.com
North Carolina coach Bill Belichick’s girlfriend Jordan Hudson watches the Tar Heels’ game against UNC Charlotte on Saturday, September 6, 2025 at Jerry Richardson Stadium in Charlotte, N.C. Robert Willett rwillett@newsobserver.com
North Carolina coach Bill Belichick watches the Tar Heels warm up for their game against UNC Charlotte on Saturday, September 6, 2025 at Jerry Richardson Stadium in Charlotte, N.C. Robert Willett rwillett@newsobserver.com
Jordon Hudson, center, girlfriend of UNC Head Coach Bill Belichick, watches the video board from the stands during a timeout at the game between UNC-Charlotte and UNC-Chapel Hill at Jerry Richardson Stadium in Charlotte on Saturday, September 6, 2025. Melissa Melvin-Rodriguez mrodriguez@charlotteobserver.com
North Carolina quarterback Gio Lopez (7) warms up for the Tar Heels’ game against the University of North Carolina at Charlotte on Saturday, September 6, 2025 at Jerry Richardson Stadium in Charlotte, N.C. Robert Willett rwillett@newsobserver.com
North Carolina coach Bill Belichick, running back Caleb Hood (4), quarterbacks coach Matt Lombardi, warm up for the Tar Heels’ game against UNC Charlotte on Saturday, September 6, 2025 at Jerry Richardson Stadium in Charlotte, N.C. Robert Willett rwillett@newsobserver.com
Chapel Hill Head Coach Bill Belichick watches as his team warms up ahead of the game against Charlotte at Jerry Richardson Stadium in Charlotte, NC on Saturday, September 6, 2025. Melissa Melvin-Rodriguez mrodriguez@charlotteobserver.com
North Carolina coach Bill Belichick watches the Tar Heels’ warm up for their game against UNC Charlotte on Saturday, September 6, 2025 at Jerry Richardson Stadium in Charlotte, N.C. Robert Willett rwillett@newsobserver.com
North Carolina coach Bill Belichick leaves the field following the Tar Heels’ warm up on Saturday, September 6, 2025 at Jerry Richardson Stadium in Charlotte, N.C. Robert Willett rwillett@newsobserver.com
North Carolina offensive lineman Mike McVay (54) leaves the field with his teammates following pre-game warm ups on Saturday, September 6, 2025 at Jerry Richardson Stadium in Charlotte, N.C. Robert Willett rwillett@newsobserver.com
This story was originally published September 6, 2025 at 7:28 PM.
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