Lucas: Orange Bowl Rapid Reactions

Posted Jan 3, 2021
Texas A&M was exactly as advertised in a 41-27 Orange Bowl win over North Carolina. The Aggies were physical, talented, methodical--in general, one of the best teams in the country. That's the level UNC wants to play at on a regular basis, and given the game, the Tar Heels may not be far away. Carolina is likely to be next season's Coastal Division favorite. (GoHeels.com)

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