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title: Clemson's Tait Reynolds Sparks Insane Second-half Comeback vs. UNC | CFB Week 3
description: Clemson football got a needed win in its ACC opener with a gutsy comeback to beat UNC 28-20. Our podcast episode analyzes what changed for the Tigers to win.
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# [Clemson's Tait Reynolds Sparks Insane Second-half Comeback vs. UNC | CFB Week 3](https://clemsonkickoff.com/news/clemsons-tait-reynolds-sparks-insane-second-half-comeback-vs.-unc-cfb-week-3)

 Written by [Staff Report](https://clemsonkickoff.com/news/author/staff-report) | September 20, 2026 | 9:32 PM

Hey, college football fans – Dabo Swinney was ecstatic with his Clemson Tigers’ comeback Saturday for a 28-20 win over UNC in their ACC football season opener. True freshman quarterback Tait Reynolds overcame a troublesome start to the game and gave offensive coordinator Chad Morris what he needed to string scoring drives together and outplay the Tar Heels. Smash that play button for a breakdown of the evolution that lifted Clemson to its Week 3 win, recapping the offense’s improvements in this podcast episode and taking a tactical look at the defense’s high points (as well as the remaining issues that defensive coordinator Tom Allen must still resolve). We're glad you found us -- y'all be sure to watch on [YouTube.com/ClemsonKickoff](http://youtube.com/clemsonkickoff) so you can share your reactions in the comments, and find us on social media @ClemsonKickoff!

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