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Red-zone defense a key concern for UConn ahead of North Carolina

Red-zone defense a key concern for UConn ahead of North Carolina

North Carolina is UConn’s next opponent, and a preview flags a stark red-zone contrast: UConn allows opponents to score on 89.3% of trips (110th), while North Carolina’s offense scores on 93.1% (14th). A separate article adds historical context, reporting that Bill Belichick applied for UConn’s head-coaching job in 1983; it offers no current matchup or program update.

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Updated Nov 3, 2026