Hampton’s huge day helps North Carolina hold off Wake Forest 31-24 to reach bowl eligibility

Posted Nov 16, 2024
Omarion Hampton posted career highs of 35 carries for 244 yards with a key late touchdown that helped North Carolina beat Wake Forest 31-24 on Saturday night, pushing the Tar Heels to bowl eligibility. It was the latest huge performance for the Tar Heels’ workhorse back, who cracked the 100-yard rushing mark for the eighth straight game. (Associated Press)

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