No. 20 UNC hosts Minnesota on Saturday in the first football game between the schools

Posted Sep 15, 2023
Key Matchup: Minnesota’s defense against UNC’s offense. The Tar Heels have a Heisman candidate in quarterback Drake Maye and a running back coming off a 234-yard day in Omarion Hampton. UNC is ninth in the Bowl Subdivision in rushing (244) and 24th in total offense (482). The Gophers are ranked eighth in defense allowing 224 yards per game. (Associated Press)

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