As UNC Football Clinches Bowl Eligibility, Its Resilience Stands Out

Posted Nov 18, 2024
As North Carolina head football coach Mack Brown walked off the field following the Tar Heels' victory against Wake Forest late Saturday night, one particular moment made him think. He noticed a senior look at one of his teammates and scream, "We’re bowl eligible!" For this year’s group, the joy of getting to play another football game is palpable. (Chapelboro.com)

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