Good, Bad and Ugly Report: Tar Heels Escape App

Posted Sep 9, 2023
UNC exorcized some of its ghosts on its way to securing a 40-34, double-overtime win over Appalachian State. UNC had lost six straight overtime games. The Tar Heels also had lost four straight games when facing a quarterback who had previously been a backup in the season. The Good: Running back Omarion Hampton and quarterback Drake Maye. (Tar Heel Tribune)

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