The Tar Heels lost yesterday, 27-21, to Georgia Tech. This was a heartbreaking game to watch, as it was full of missed opportunities. There were several chances for the Heels to win this game. There were 3rd downs that we should have held on, passes we should have caught, blocks and tackles we should have made.

But who expected the Heels to have a shot in this game at all? After coming off a win at Auburn, the Jackets were riding high. The Heels got hit in the mouth early, falling behind 14-0, but were able to tie by halftime. They held the Jackets to field goals in the third quarter (which ended up being the difference). Matt Baker looked like an ACC quarterback. There are things that must improve, but, more importantly, there are things that have improved.

I'm not suggesting we as fans should be content with losing this game. We shouldn't. But it's lost, and we have to learn from it and move on. It would be nice to win every game. The problem, as I see it, is there is always another team that is trying to win that same game.

So let's look over the game tape, find those missed opportunities, and correct them. Wisconsin is a big-time opponent coming in to Kenan Saturday. We need to support our team. This team showed us what they can be. Let's turn it into a W.

Welcome Back Player of the Game: Derrele Mitchell took an 87 yard TD pass from Matt Baker in the first half.