# Tar Heels Edge Clemson With QB Injury

> Clemson QB injury gives Tar Heels hope against top rival
- Title: Tar Heels Edge Clemson With QB Injury | Shortify
- Summary: Clemson QB injury gives Tar Heels hope against top rival Clemson's starting quarterback injury likely keeps Tar Heels favored for upcoming game
- Keywords: unc, clemson, bill belichick, dabo swinney, tait reynolds, billy edwards jr, acc, college football, 2026-27 season, hand injury, elbow injury, pass rush
- Source: North Carolina Tar Heels On SI — https://si.com/college/unc/tar-heels-mailbag-clemson-injury-opening-door
- Published: 2026-09-16T12:00:06+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: unc, clemson, bill belichick, dabo swinney, tait reynolds, billy edwards jr, acc, college football, 2026-27 season, hand injury, elbow injury, pass rush
## Tar Heels Dream Start
North Carolina won first two games undefeated in 2026-27 season.
## Abou Jaoude Hand Injury
Defensive lineman Abou Jaoude missed game with hand cast.
## Vizzina Elbow Injury
Clemson QB Vizzina likely out with elbow injury.
## Reynolds Takes Over
True freshman Reynolds starts for Clemson without Vizzina.
## Edwards Jr. Accuracy
Edwards Jr. has underwhelming downfield accuracy.
## Tar Heels Favored
North Carolina favored to win with strong defense.
## Clemson Vulnerable
Clemson most vulnerable since Vizzina injury.
## Game Impact
Tar Heels need Edwards Jr. to avoid deep throw mistakes.
## Key takeaway

Clemson's starting quarterback injury likely keeps Tar Heels favored for upcoming game