"Our plan this week is to play a lot of press, tighten the windows so (Minnesota's quarterback) can’t get hot," UNC cornerback Marcus Allen said. He also noted that the defensive line and secondary need to work in tandem. "As a DB, we love when a D-lineman rushes the passer; it makes our jobs easier." Defensive coordinator Gene Chizik agreed. (Tar Heel Illustrated)
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UNC Football vs. Minnesota: Scouting report, game prediction
UNC faces Minnesota at Kenan Stadium on Saturday before the Tar Heels hit the road for their ACC opener at Pitt.