Sam Howell figures in 5 TDs, No. 24 Tar Heels rout Georgia State

Posted Sep 11, 2021
Quarterback Sam Howell threw three touchdown passes and rushed for two more scores as No. 24 North Carolina shook off the disappointment a loss in its opener with a 59-17 win over Georgia State on Saturday night. Howell played a role in four of the Tar Heels’ first six touchdowns. He completed 21 of 29 passes for 352 yards without an interception. (Associated Press)

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