UNC football moves to 2-1 after blowing out Richmond at home, and 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell and Michael Koh discuss takeaways from Saturday’s win. The team played arguably its most complete game yet — but against an inferior level of opponent, how much can be gleaned from the performance? What successes can carry over as Bill Belichick and the Tar Heels prepare to face Power 4 opponents from here on out? A listener shares concerns in “What In Tar-Nation?!” about offensive execution, and for “The Hand-Off,” Inside Carolina’s Jeremiah Holloway joins to discuss the break-out of freshman running back Demon June and where UNC’s offense stands after three games. Plus: a scouting report on a UCF team undergoing their own changes and way-too-early predictions on what the most Florida thing will be during Saturday’s matchup.

After the game vs. UCF, listeners can call 919-240-6000 to leave voicemails for the show. Those who do may be featured in “What In Tar-Nation?!”  on the next edition of “The Carolina Football,” which is Monday, Sep. 22.

The Carolina Football Hour is your home for football insights from the Tar Heel Sports flagship station! Reactions, analysis, special guests — plus, a space for post-game callers, fans and listeners can share their observations and contribute their own voice to the broadcast. Tune in Monday evenings at 6:00 p.m. on 97.9 The Hill WCHL and listen on-demand afterward on your favorite audio apps, like Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

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