 A survey of UNC fans reflected strong support for Coach Davis despite the ongoing investigation.Thirteen UNC football players were suspended for the team's season opener in Atlanta against LSU, and the Tar Heels lost the game 30–24.The Tar Heels later lost to ACC rivals Miami, Georgia Tech, Virginia Tech, and NC State, but won their first game since 1981 in Virginia's Scott Stadium and gained their first win ever in FSU's Doak Campbell Stadium.