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UNC football faces rival Duke in a crucial game to keep its postseason hopes alive.

Coach Bill Belichick praised Duke quarterback Darian Mensah, comparing his play style to an NFL quarterback.

Key matchups include UNC's struggling red-zone offense against Duke's poor red-zone defense.

The Tar Heels' pass rush, led by Melkart Abou-Jaoude, will be critical against Duke's offensive line.

CHAPEL HILL — UNC football coach Bill Belichick says he’s seen an “uptick” and “higher level” of urgency as the Tar Heels (4-6, 2-4 ACC) prepare to host rival Duke (5-5, 4-2) .

It’ll be senior day for Belichick’s group on Saturday, Nov. 22 (3:30 p.m., ACC Network ), at Kenan Stadium, where UNC will try to win back the Victory Bell and keep its postseason hopes alive.

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