The TCU Horned Frogs will take on the North Carolina Tar Heels in Week 1 of the 2025 regular season. The game is set for Monday, September 1, 2025, at 8:00 PM at Kenan Stadium in Chapel Hill, NC. Fans can catch the action on ESPN as these two teams meet under the lights on the outdoor field.

TCU vs. North Carolina Betting Prediction

• Money Line Prediction: TCU Horned Frogs at -160. TCU had a solid road record last season, going 4-2. North Carolina struggled at home with a 3-5 record.
• Over/Under Prediction: Under 58.5. North Carolina games went under in 7 of their 12 games last season, and their home games hit under 57.1% of the time.

Team Trends

• The TCU Horned Frogs had a 9-4 record last season, with a 4-2 record on the road.
• North Carolina Tar Heels had a 6-7 record last season, with a 3-5 record at home.
• TCU’s offense ranked 10th in passing yards with 4,068 last season.
• North Carolina’s defense ranked 9th in sacks with 41 last season.
• TCU won their last postseason game, defeating Louisiana-Lafayette 34-3 in the Isleta New Mexico Bowl.

TCU vs North Carolina Preview

The TCU Horned Frogs are set to begin their 2025 season on the road against the North Carolina Tar Heels. Last season, TCU ended with a solid 9-4 record, including a 4-2 mark away from home. They closed the year with a win in the Isleta New Mexico Bowl, defeating Louisiana-Lafayette 34-3. TCU looks to continue their momentum as they take on the Tar Heels in Chapel Hill.

North Carolina, on the other hand, finished the 2024 season with a 6-7 record. They struggled at home, going 3-5, and ended the year with a loss to Connecticut in the Wasabi Fenway Bowl. The Tar Heels aim to turn things around this season, starting with a strong performance against TCU. Fans can watch the game on ESPN at 8:00 PM on September 1, 2025.

North Carolina Tar Heels: Player Highlights and Expectations

The North Carolina Tar Heels play in the Atlantic Coast Conference. Their home games take place at Kenan Stadium. Last season, they finished with a 6-7 record, including a 3-5 record at home.

Jacolby Criswell was a standout quarterback last season. He played in 12 games and recorded 2,459 passing yards, ranking 69th nationally. Omarion Hampton was another key player, leading the team with 1,660 rushing yards in 13 games.

The Tar Heels scored 402 points last season, ranking 36th in the nation. They allowed 365 points, ranking 118th in defense. Their performance in night games was strong, with a 3-0 record.

TCU Horned Frogs: Key Players and Season Insights

TCU Horned Frogs, from the Big 12 Conference, play their home games at Amon G. Carter Stadium. Last season, they held a 9-4 record with a strong 6-3 performance in their conference. They finished the season with a big win in the Isleta New Mexico Bowl, beating Louisiana-Lafayette Ragin’ Cajuns 34-3.

Quarterback Josh Hoover led the team with 3,949 passing yards in 13 games, ranking 7th nationally. He threw 27 touchdowns, placing 16th, and had 11 interceptions. Running back Cam Cook, now with Jacksonville State Gamecocks, was a key contributor with 460 rushing yards and 9 touchdowns in 12 games.

The Horned Frogs scored 435 points last season, ranking 25th nationally in offense. They allowed 320 points, ranking 95th in defense. TCU’s defense was notable for its 26 sacks, ranked 24th, and 10 interceptions, ranked 11th. Their special teams excelled with kicker Kyle Lemmermann making 15 field goals.

Final Betting Pick

TCU is a strong pick for the money line at -160. They had a good road record last season, winning 4 out of 6 games. Their offense ranked 10th in passing yards, which could be a challenge for North Carolina’s defense. North Carolina had a losing home record last season, winning only 3 of 8 games. This makes TCU’s chances even better.

The under 58.5 is a solid choice for this game. North Carolina games went under in 7 of their 12 games last season. At home, they hit under 57.1% of the time. TCU’s defense is strong, ranking 11th in interceptions. This could limit North Carolina’s scoring opportunities, supporting the under prediction.

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