TCU Horned Frogs Dominate North Carolina Tar Heels 48-14
Monday, September 1, 2025, 8:00 PM ET · Kenan Stadium
TCU Horned Frogs 48, North Carolina Tar Heels 14, final. Our NCAAF picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won TCU Horned Frogs vs North Carolina Tar Heels?
TCU Horned Frogs beat North Carolina Tar Heels 48-14 at Kenan Stadium on September 1, 2025.
In a commanding performance, the TCU Horned Frogs defeated the North Carolina Tar Heels 48-14 at Kenan Stadium. This matchup showcased a stark contrast in recent form, with TCU entering the game on a three-game winning streak, while North Carolina was struggling with back-to-back losses. TCU's offense was particularly effective, averaging 32.2 points per game over their last ten outings, while North Carolina's defense allowed an average of 30.1 points during the same stretch.
The Tar Heels, with a home record of 0-1 this season, have been inconsistent, holding a 4-6 record in their last ten games. Their recent performances included a narrow loss against the NC State Wolfpack, where they fell 30-35, and a more significant defeat against the Boston College Eagles, losing 21-41. In contrast, TCU's recent form has been impressive, with a 6-4 record in their last ten games, including a victory over the Cincinnati Bearcats, winning 20-13 in their latest outing.
Historically, TCU has performed well away from home, boasting an away record of 3-2 this season. Their recent victories include a strong showing against the Arizona Wildcats, winning 49-28, and a decisive win against the Oklahoma State Cowboys, where they triumphed 38-13. This away form has contributed to their overall scoring average of 35.2 points in their last five games, indicating a potent offense that North Carolina struggled to contain.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any players missing from either side, suggesting both teams were at full strength for this contest. The betting market reflected TCU's dominance, with a home win probability for North Carolina listed at 0.0, indicating that bookmakers did not expect the Tar Heels to emerge victorious.
The conditions at Kenan Stadium were typical for early September, with clear skies and a comfortable temperature, conducive for an exciting game of football. Viewers were treated to a display of TCU's offensive capabilities, as they effectively exploited the gaps in North Carolina's defense, leading to a decisive victory.
Overall, this game highlighted the challenges facing North Carolina as they continue to seek consistency, while TCU's performance solidified their status as a formidable opponent in the league.
Leaders
- Passing yardsMax Johnson9/11, 103 YDS, 1 TDNorth Carolina Tar Heels
- Rushing yardsCaleb Hood10 CAR, 31 YDS, 1 TDNorth Carolina Tar Heels
- Receiving yardsJordan Shipp4 REC, 84 YDSNorth Carolina Tar Heels
- Passing yardsJosh Hoover27/36, 284 YDS, 2 TD, 1 INTTCU Horned Frogs
- Rushing yardsKevorian Barnes11 CAR, 113 YDS, 1 TDTCU Horned Frogs
- Receiving yardsJordan Dwyer9 REC, 136 YDS, 1 TDTCU Horned Frogs
Recent form
North Carolina Tar Heels
Last 10: 4-6Streak L233.1 scored · 30.1 allowed per game2-4 at home
- L30-35vs NC State WolfpackNov 30
- L21-41at Boston College EaglesNov 23
- W31-24vs Wake Forest Demon DeaconsNov 17
- W35-11at Florida State SeminolesNov 2
- W41-14at Virginia CavaliersOct 26
- L34-41vs Georgia Tech Yellow JacketsOct 12
- L24-34vs Pittsburgh PanthersOct 5
- L20-21at Duke Blue DevilsSep 28
- L50-70vs James Madison DukesSep 21
- W45-10vs North Carolina Central EaglesSep 14
TCU Horned Frogs
Last 10: 6-4Streak W332.2 scored · 29 allowed per game3-2 away
- W20-13at Cincinnati BearcatsNov 30
- W49-28vs Arizona WildcatsNov 23
- W38-13vs Oklahoma State CowboysNov 10
- L34-37at Baylor BearsNov 3
- W35-34vs Texas Tech Red RaidersOct 26
- W13-7at Utah UtesOct 20
- L19-30vs Houston CougarsOct 4
- W38-27at Kansas JayhawksSep 28
- L42-66at SMU MustangsSep 21
- L34-35vs UCF KnightsSep 14
Standings
| Team | Overall | In conference |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona State | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Arizona | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| BYU | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Baylor | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Cincinnati | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Colorado | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Houston | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Iowa State | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Kansas | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Kansas State | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Oklahoma State | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Texas Tech | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| UCF | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Utah | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| West Virginia | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| TCU | 0-1 | 0-0 |
| Virginia | 1-0 | 1-0 |
| Florida State | 1-0 | 0-0 |
| North Carolina | 1-0 | 0-0 |
| Stanford | 1-0 | 0-0 |
| Boston College | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| California | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Clemson | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Duke | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Georgia Tech | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Louisville | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Miami | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Pittsburgh | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| SMU | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Syracuse | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Virginia Tech | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Wake Forest | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| NC State | 0-1 | 0-1 |
Box score
| Stat | TCU Horned Frogs | North Carolina Tar Heels |
|---|---|---|
| First downs | 29 | 10 |
| Third downs | 7-12 | 1-10 |
| Fourth downs | 1-1 | 1-1 |
| Total yards | 542 | 222 |
| Net passing yards | 284 | 172 |
| Completions | 27/37 | 13/21 |
| Yards per pass | 7.7 | 8.2 |
| Rushing yards | 258 | 50 |
| Rushing attempts | 35 | 28 |
| Yards per rush | 7.4 | 1.8 |
| Penalties | 5-58 | 3-25 |
| Turnovers | 1 | 3 |
| Fumbles lost | 0 | 2 |
| Interceptions thrown | 1 | 1 |
| Time of possession | 32:09 | 27:51 |
Win probability
Above the line favours North Carolina Tar Heels, below favours TCU Horned Frogs.
Venue
- Kenan StadiumChapel Hill, NC
- Attendance50500
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