Bill Belichick's winless streak against Power Five teams has come to an end, as the Tar Heels handed Syracuse a 27-10 defeat. The loss marked the first time the Orange had been shut out by a team from the College Football Playoff rankings. Jordon Hudson scored two touchdowns for UNC, while quarterback Sam Howell had a solid game despite missing some snaps in the fourth quarter due to injury. Belichick, who has never beaten an ACC or Power Five opponent in his tenure as head coach of the Patriots, couldn't help but feel vindicated after finally claiming victory over a top-tier team on college football's biggest stage.
Bill Belichick finally wins an ACC game as UNC downs Syracuse
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I'm telling ya, this is like totally fishy 
! I mean, Bill Belichick finally beats a Power Five team and everyone's all happy for him? Give me a break! There's gotta be more to it than that 
. Like, what if this was always gonna happen? What if the Patriots were just messing around with us while they were waiting for the right moment to take down one of these top teams? 
I mean, think about it... Belichick's been coaching forever and he's never beaten an ACC or Power Five opponent... what if that was all a ruse? What if he's actually been studying their opponents, figuring out their weaknesses and waiting for the perfect moment to strike? 
It's too convenient, you know? 
! I mean, Bill Belichick finally beats a Power Five team and everyone's all happy for him? Give me a break! There's gotta be more to it than that . Like, what if this was always gonna happen? What if the Patriots were just messing around with us while they were waiting for the right moment to take down one of these top teams? I mean, think about it... Belichick's been coaching forever and he's never beaten an ACC or Power Five opponent... what if that was all a ruse? What if he's actually been studying their opponents, figuring out their weaknesses and waiting for the perfect moment to strike? It's too convenient, you know? I'm low-key surprised Belichick finally beat some decent opponents. I mean, it's not like he's old or anything 
. But seriously, I think this win is gonna get way too much hype. People are gonna be talking about how "vindicated" Belichick feels and how big of a deal this is for him. Nah, dude's been coaching forever, we knew he'd eventually beat someone from a Power Five team . And let's be real, the Tar Heels aren't exactly playing with a whole bunch of superstars. I'm more worried about how this gonna affect Belichick's reputation than anything else. Is it gonna make him some kinda hero or what?
. But seriously, I think this win is gonna get way too much hype. People are gonna be talking about how "vindicated" Belichick feels and how big of a deal this is for him. Nah, dude's been coaching forever, we knew he'd eventually beat someone from a Power Five team . And let's be real, the Tar Heels aren't exactly playing with a whole bunch of superstars. I'm more worried about how this gonna affect Belichick's reputation than anything else. Is it gonna make him some kinda hero or what?I'm loving this comeback for Bill Belichick! He's been through so much and to finally break that winless streak against Power Five teams is just amazing 
. I mean, can you blame him though? The guy has been putting in all the work and now it's paying off. And to think he was about to retire after this one game 
. But seriously, this is a huge morale boost for the Patriots and their fans. It shows that even when things seem impossible, we can overcome them with determination and hard work 
. And let's be real, who doesn't love an underdog story? The Tar Heels totally took down Syracuse and proved themselves to be a force to be reckoned with 
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. I mean, can you blame him though? The guy has been putting in all the work and now it's paying off. And to think he was about to retire after this one game . But seriously, this is a huge morale boost for the Patriots and their fans. It shows that even when things seem impossible, we can overcome them with determination and hard work . And let's be real, who doesn't love an underdog story? The Tar Heels totally took down Syracuse and proved themselves to be a force to be reckoned with . can you believe this?! Bill Belichick's been chasing that Power Five win for ages and now he's finally got one! I mean, it's about time he broke his drought, right? That Tar Heels game was a huge deal, especially since they handed Syracuse a 27-10 thrashing. Sam Howell had a solid game despite getting injured in the fourth quarter - gotta feel for him 
.But let's be real, Belichick's been coaching forever and it's about time he got that W against an ACC or Power Five team! I mean, this guy's like the ultimate coach, right?
The fact that his team finally beat a top-tier opponent on the biggest stage in college football is just vindicating for him. I think this win will give him some confidence boost and maybe even make his Patriots fans feel good too .I'm curious to see how he reacts now, though - is he gonna start expecting these kinds of wins from his team?
That's epic! I'm loving how Sam Howell is still crushing it despite that injury 
! And Belichick is FINALLY getting that W 
It's about time he beats an ACC or Power Five team, right? I mean, 27-10 isn't bad for the Tar Heels either! Jordan Hudson is a total beast on the field 
. Can't wait to see how this affects Belichick's legacy 
Can't believe this, I'm shocked that Belichick's winless streak is finally over 
! I mean, he's been coaching for like forever and has never beaten an ACC or Power Five team - it's insane that Tar Heels were able to take him down 
. But seriously, Sam Howell looked solid despite going down in the fourth quarter, and those two touchdowns from Jordon Hudson sealed the deal 
. I'm loving this upset win for UNC, and Belichick is finally getting his revenge . Maybe this means he's due for a Patriots comeback 
? Only time will tell!
! I mean, he's been coaching for like forever and has never beaten an ACC or Power Five team - it's insane that Tar Heels were able to take him down . But seriously, Sam Howell looked solid despite going down in the fourth quarter, and those two touchdowns from Jordon Hudson sealed the deal . I'm loving this upset win for UNC, and Belichick is finally getting his revenge . Maybe this means he's due for a Patriots comeback ? Only time will tell!I'm not surprised he lost 
... I mean, I am ... Like, Belichick's always been known for being one step ahead, right? But at the same time, how could he not have beaten an ACC team with all that talent and experience on his roster? It just doesn't add up ... And what about Sam Howell? He seemed pretty shaky out there, especially in the fourth quarter. I mean, if you're a pro quarterback, shouldn't you be able to bounce back from missing some snaps? The Tar Heels' defense was solid, but it's not like they were playing a Power Five opponent for the first time or anything... It just seems like one of those weird games that don't make sense in hindsight .
... I mean, I am ... Like, Belichick's always been known for being one step ahead, right? But at the same time, how could he not have beaten an ACC team with all that talent and experience on his roster? It just doesn't add up ... And what about Sam Howell? He seemed pretty shaky out there, especially in the fourth quarter. I mean, if you're a pro quarterback, shouldn't you be able to bounce back from missing some snaps? The Tar Heels' defense was solid, but it's not like they were playing a Power Five opponent for the first time or anything... It just seems like one of those weird games that don't make sense in hindsight .just watched that game and i'm still reeling from it lol bill belichick is known for being all about the Xs and Os but you gotta respect his patience when it comes to beating those power five teams he's been trying for ages! jordan hudson's 2 touchdowns were insane though, the tar heels looked like a well-oiled machine out there 
sam howell kept it together even with an injury in the fourth quarter, props to him 
i'm loving the revenge story here, belichick's finally gotten his win over one of those power five teams. about time!
bill belichick is known for being all about the Xs and Os but you gotta respect his patience when it comes to beating those power five teams he's been trying for ages! jordan hudson's 2 touchdowns were insane though, the tar heels looked like a well-oiled machine out there sam howell kept it together even with an injury in the fourth quarter, props to him i'm loving the revenge story here, belichick's finally gotten his win over one of those power five teams. about time! just saw this news and gotta say its about time bill belichick breaks that streak . i mean i've been a pats fan for years and its been frustrating watching him come up short against those power five teams. but to finally see it happen is huge. cant wait to see what's next for the tar heels and howell, they're looking like a solid team this year 
. and belichick getting vindicated is pretty sweet too, i'm sure he's been feeling that pressure his whole career .
. i mean i've been a pats fan for years and its been frustrating watching him come up short against those power five teams. but to finally see it happen is huge. cant wait to see what's next for the tar heels and howell, they're looking like a solid team this year . and belichick getting vindicated is pretty sweet too, i'm sure he's been feeling that pressure his whole career .omg i'm lovin it 
- bill belichick just got his first win against a power five team and its about time ! i mean, the guy has been running that show in new england for ages but always came up short against the big boys 
. now he's proven to himself (and everyone else) that he can take down a top-tier opponent, and that's gotta be a huge confidence booster . and let's not forget about sam howell - that guy is like the mac to bill belichick's cheese 
. i'm curious to see what happens next for the tar heels and if they can keep this momentum going 
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- bill belichick just got his first win against a power five team and its about time ! i mean, the guy has been running that show in new england for ages but always came up short against the big boys . now he's proven to himself (and everyone else) that he can take down a top-tier opponent, and that's gotta be a huge confidence booster . and let's not forget about sam howell - that guy is like the mac to bill belichick's cheese . i'm curious to see what happens next for the tar heels and if they can keep this momentum going !awww poor pats fans they been waiting for ages for belichick to beat one of those power five teams and it finally happened... tar heels smashed them i got to admit, it's satisfying to see the underdog win, especially in the college football playoffs . i feel like belichick was getting a little too hyped after all these years, but i guess he had every right to feel vindicated . it's also awesome to see UNC do well and make their fans proud 
jordan hudson and sam howell are some talented players!
they been waiting for ages for belichick to beat one of those power five teams and it finally happened... tar heels smashed them i got to admit, it's satisfying to see the underdog win, especially in the college football playoffs . i feel like belichick was getting a little too hyped after all these years, but i guess he had every right to feel vindicated . it's also awesome to see UNC do well and make their fans proud jordan hudson and sam howell are some talented players! I'm loving this moment for Bill Belichick! The dude was on fire all these years trying to take down those Power Five teams and now he breaks that drought. I think it's awesome that UNC brought him back down to earth - his Patriots are still killin' it, but it's cool to see the coach get a taste of defeat in the biggest game of the year. I'm also happy for Sam Howell and Jordon Hudson - they totally deserved that W! It shows that even though Belichick's never had success against top-tier teams, other teams can still give him a run for his money
I'm so stoked that Bill Belichick finally broke that winless streak against top-tier teams! It's crazy to think he'd never beaten an ACC or Power Five opponent in his whole career, like what even is that? I mean, I know being a coach isn't easy and all, but come on! He must've been itching for this win so bad. And now he can say he's got one under his belt, which is pretty cool. The Tar Heels played great too, with Jordon Hudson scoring those two touchdowns... that guy's a beast on the field! I'm not surprised Sam Howell had a solid game despite missing some snaps, though - quarterbacks are always tough to rely on because of all the injuries and stuff.
I mean, I know being a coach isn't easy and all, but come on! He must've been itching for this win so bad. And now he can say he's got one under his belt, which is pretty cool. The Tar Heels played great too, with Jordon Hudson scoring those two touchdowns... that guy's a beast on the field! I'm not surprised Sam Howell had a solid game despite missing some snaps, though - quarterbacks are always tough to rely on because of all the injuries and stuff.lol can't believe Belichick is FINALLY breaking that curse lol what took him so long?! anyway i gotta say its about time some ACC team takes down Power Five teams they've been dominating for years. Sam Howell looked solid despite getting hurt but its clear he's the real deal now. Jordon Hudson was on fire though 2 touchdowns like whoa! and btw Belichick is still riding high on this win lol his Patriots fans are gonna love it...
Ugh, I'm not surprised they finally beat him... it was only a matter of time 
. I mean, Belichick has been coaching for ages and still can't take down some mid-tier teams from the ACC. And now he gets to feel all smug about beating Syracuse, who's basically just a college football also-ran 
. Jordon Hudson scoring two touchdowns is cute, but let's be real, it was an easy win against a team that's probably used to getting destroyed by everyone 
. Sam Howell having a solid game despite missing some snaps in the fourth quarter? Yeah right, like he had anything to do with that win... Belichick must've done all the heavy lifting again
. I mean, Belichick has been coaching for ages and still can't take down some mid-tier teams from the ACC. And now he gets to feel all smug about beating Syracuse, who's basically just a college football also-ran . Jordon Hudson scoring two touchdowns is cute, but let's be real, it was an easy win against a team that's probably used to getting destroyed by everyone . Sam Howell having a solid game despite missing some snaps in the fourth quarter? Yeah right, like he had anything to do with that win... Belichick must've done all the heavy lifting again Can you believe it?! Bill Belichick's been running around like a chicken with its head cut off for years thinking he can never beat those Power Five teams ! And then BAM, the Tar Heels come along and give him a good old fashioned butt-kicking . I mean, I'm happy for UNC and all, but let's be real, this is the guy who's been dodging Belichick for years - it's like he finally figured out how to take down his own ego . But seriously, it's awesome to see someone get a big win over a top-tier team. And hey, if anyone needs a reminder that you can't underestimate an underdog, the Tar Heels are definitely doing that right now 
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! And then BAM, the Tar Heels come along and give him a good old fashioned butt-kicking . I mean, I'm happy for UNC and all, but let's be real, this is the guy who's been dodging Belichick for years - it's like he finally figured out how to take down his own ego . But seriously, it's awesome to see someone get a big win over a top-tier team. And hey, if anyone needs a reminder that you can't underestimate an underdog, the Tar Heels are definitely doing that right now .