North Carolina lost their season opener to Virginia Tech on Friday night in fairly brutal fashion. Preseason Heisman contender Sam Howell and a fairly well thought of offense were completely held in check and put up just 10 points. For a team that went into the preseason in the AP top ten, that’s not great!
The nature and length of the college football season means that one loss can be a massive difference maker, and this game could throw a wrench in all of UNC’s goals. It’s certainly removed all margin for error. However to see what still could be done, here’s a look at some other notable seasons where the Tar Heels lost their first game.